Easing Allergies at Home

The official start to allergy season is nearly upon us. For all allergy sufferers out there, we know you’ll be doing everything you can to escape the daily sniffles and sneezing. And antihistamine can only do so much.

It may surprise you, but your bathroom can be an even worse environment for your allergies than your backyard. With all those allergy-producing molds, it’s hard to avoid the daily itch. Good news is that you can take action to prevent allergies from getting worse. Here’s how:

Wipe down surfaces
Hot showers can create excess humidity, leading to more mold. So after every shower, make it a habit to wipe down every surface - wall tiles, countertops, and floors. Work your way from top to bottom using a mildew-fighting spray or bleach solution.

Filter the air
From pollen to dust, there are many allergy triggers that can accumulate in your bathroom. Fight them off with a HEPA filter, designed to trap harmful particles in your home and clear the air.

Upgrade wisely
If allergies are interfering with your lifestyle, you might want to consider remodeling your bathroom with allergy-friendly upgrades. For example, avoid textiles like rugs and carpeting and instead choose hardwood or tile - easy to wipe up.

Fix leaks
A leaky pipe can bring on mold and mildew problems in the bathroom, so make sure you keep up on plumbing maintenance. That way, you can prevent home damage and increase your level of comfort.

Nassau Plumbing and Sewer Rooter is here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all of your plumbing problems, including leaks. Give us a call at 516.874.7937 or visit our website to learn more about our services. 

Spring into the Season Smoothly: Connect with Your Plumber

Who's ready for Spring? The weather might be gloomy and inconsistent but we can hear those birds chirping just around the corner. What will you begin to do once the temperature finally warms? You can pick up a new hobby, fix up the front yard landscaping, or finally tackle plumbing problems the harsh NY winter either brought on or worsened.

For tips you can utilize and a plumber you can trust, connect with Nassau County Plumbing & Sewer Rooter on social media:

https://www.facebook.com/NYplumbing?fref=ts

https://twitter.com/NYPlumbingSewer

https://plus.google.com/+Nassaucountyplumbingandsewerrooter/posts

http://nyplumbingsewer.blogspot.com/

Don't hesitate to leave questions on our page or tweet your own plumbing tips to us! We're happy to help and make your transition into a spring a smoother one. 

Call us today at 516.874.7937 or visit our website for more information.

Reasons to Check Your Sump Pump This Spring

Clear out closets, check. Store away winter clothes, check. Should checking your sump pump be on your spring cleaning to-do list, too?

Yes. Here's why:

Snow that hasn't already melted, for one, will eventually drip away filling drains that could flood our basements. By being proactive and ensuring your sump pump works properly, you can rest assured that it will activate if heavy spring storms threaten your drain system. 

A back-up battery is also a good idea in case your sump pump's dies before it needs to kick into gear. These quick fixes, along with other spring plumbing maintenance tips will ensure your home works well and is under control going into the new season. 

At Nassau Plumbing and Sewer Rooter, we can handle all of Nassau County's sewer and drain cleaning needs. Need help transitioning over to warmer weather? Give us a call at 516.874.7937 or visit our website for more information. 

Celebrate Spring with New Stores on Long Island

It's been a long and cold winter in New York, worrying about pipes bursting and shoveling up snow. However, the official first day of spring is this Thursday, March 20th and the beginnings of spring cleaning are underway. Weather you want to cheer yourself up with a new spring wardrobe, or add a fresh, vibrant look to your home, consider 1 of the 101 new stores on Long Island.

We'll provide you with a few listed on Explore LI:

Francesca's Collections

Westfield South Shore Mall, Bay Shore
Opened: February 21, 2014

Plato's Closet
6153 Jericho Turnpike, Commack
Opened: February 13, 2014

C. Wonder
The Americana Shops, Manhasset
Opened: December 6th, 2013

West Elm
Walt Whitman Shops, Huntington Station
Opened: November 7th, 2013

Target
124 E. Jericho Tpke., Huntington Station
Opened: October 8th, 2013

Let us know of other hot spots for shopping to kick off the spring on our Facebook page! If you find hidden leaks during your spring cleaning routine, call NY Plumbing and Sewer Rooter.