Is it Time for a New Water Heater?

In the life of a home certain appliances eventually “give up the ghost”.  One of those important ones is your water heater.  How old is your current model?  Here is a general rule of thumb…if your water heater is eight years old or more then be ready for the inevitable.  Electric heaters may last about two years longer than gas.

Proper maintenance may be the key to your water heater’s longevity.  If you keep an eye on it and have it serviced when it is repairable then you might even squeeze double its lifespan.  The bad news is you may have bought a lemon.  Just like a car, a defective water heater can start acting up in just a few years.

Whatever shall be shall be as the saying goes.  One thing is certain…you don’t have to give a second thought about whom to call in the Seattle area if a water heater needs to be repaired or replaced in your home.  It all starts with Snohomish master plumber, Shawn Allen.  Call this number for fast and reliable water heater service at (425) 367-4744.

Home Owners Insurance for Sewer Lines.

Does your home owners insurance cover a sewer line that has been broken?  There are things to consider here.  There is the replacement cost as well as the damage that a broken sewer line can do to your valuables.  You want to talk about holding your nose?  This could be devastating in a couple of different ways!

Of course, every homeowner’s policy is a little bit different.  MOST of these policies pay for some of the costs of replacing faulty wiring or interior plumbing.  Any exterior plumbing problems are often ignored.  One of the first things that your home insurer will want to know is “where did the break occur”?  Was it within your home’s foundation?

These are not topics that we want to think about, but in the dead of winter it is a good time to give it a bit of thought.  One thing you don’t have to think about is whom to call in the Seattle area if a sewer line breaks and causes damage in and around your home.  It all starts with Snohomish master plumber Shawn Allen.  Always keep his number handy (425) 367-4744.

A Full Service Plumber for 2017.

Let’s run through the checklist.  Reliability - being there when you need a plumber, not 3 days later when the crisis is overwhelming your household.  Integrity - doing that plumbing job effectively and affordably every time, not just once in a while.  Satisfaction - the most important of this trio of equations.  You have to be satisfied with the work or what good was it?

Check, check, and check.  In Snohomish, Washington that man has been coming to your home and business for nearly four decades.  The Trump administration is about to begin and Shawn Allen has been repairing plumbing problems around the Snohomish area since Jimmy Carter was in office!  He must have plenty of satisfied customers.

In 2017 if the subject is a cranky water heater, a sewer or drain back-up, kitchen and bath fixtures, and pumps not working properly your man is Shawn.  The Seattle area has had its share of plumbers come and go over the years, but standing strong is Shawn Allen of www.plumbersnohomish.com.  We hope that your 2017 is free of plumbing problems, but when you need the best, call Shawn at (425) 367-4744.

All of Your 2017 Plumbing Needs.

So are you ready for 2017?  We hope that this holiday season is a beautiful one for you and yours in the Seattle area.  The election is behind us and we can all agree on one thing.  We are Americans!  We live in the greatest country in the world and we must act as one to preserve our way of life.  We at Snohomish Plumbing hope you agree.

The New Year will have its practical side.  Politics has nothing to do with car payments, good grades, home upgrades, and keeping your plumbing in top shape.  As the year goes by you may have challenges with water lines and sewer lines around your home in addition to the many natural plumbing problems that American home owners have from sea to shining sea.

Shawn Allen has been your best friend in the Snohomish area for decades when it comes to plumbing problems.  Here are three words to remember when you hire a plumber in the Seattle area…reliability, integrity, and satisfaction.  If all three criteria are present you have winner.  Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year from Shawn Allen of www.plumbersnohomish.com at (425) 367-4744.

Cleaning Your Sewer Line.

Now there is a topic we all love discussing.  We couldn’t decide whether to educate you on this subject or how to remove bat guano from your shoes!  Seriously, a clogged sewer line is an unfortunate bi-product of the lives of many Americans.  In the Snohomish Washington area there are home owners who will face this dilemma in the months to come.

In many cases an old pipe has become clogged with tree roots.  In other cases, sewer lines may simply break, crack, or even collapse entirely.  The soil around the pipe may shift over time collapsing the pipe.  Have you heard of the term “bellied”?  No, not what happens after excessive holiday eating.  When this happens to your sewer line it becomes clogged with debris and stops flowing.

None of this is something that you are equipped to deal with.  Someone who does this routinely is Snohomish, WA area sewer line repair and replacement expert Shawn Allen.  The Seattle area has counted on Shawn for all of their plumbing needs for more than three decades.  As always…It starts with a phone call to (425) 367-4744.

Sump Pump 101.

Now there is a topic we all love discussing…right?  That would be a no.  Who wants to worry about their sump pump as we head into another Seattle area winter?  Anyone who has been through any type of flooding knows only too well that having a sump pump does NOT assure them that there will be no basement flooding.  The world’s first fail-safe sump pump has yet to be invented.

Here are some of the most common problems with these devices-

1.)    If the power fails it becomes worthless.

2.)    Make sure that the sump pump switch is not stuck.

3.)    Simple old age…like any other appliance.

There are several others, of course.  You are not an expert in this area, nor would you want to be.  I’ll introduce you to someone that is.  He is Snohomish WA area sump pump repair and replacement expert Shawn Allen.  The Seattle area has counted on Shawn for all of their plumbing needs for over 30 years.  As always…It starts with a phone call to (425) 367-4744.

Winter Plumbing Tips for the Seattle Area.

Winter may not be as harsh here as it is in Chicago, but don’t tell that to your plumbing.  It needs your full attention as winter approaches.  If you ignore the changing season you could be looking at severe plumbing problems and huge expenses.  If you observe the proper winterizing tips you can rest easily throughout the next 6 months.

Here are some preventative maintenance reminders –

1.  Make sure that your pipes are insulated.  Freezing pipes can result in water everywhere.

2.  Check around the foundation of your home.  Water may leak into your basement.

3.  If you have a well as a water source then have your pump house checked.

4.  Don’t let your water heater give out in mid-winter.

There are others, of course.  There is one way to make sure the job is done completely the first time.  Call Shawn Allen.  Folks in the Snohomish, WA area have counted on this master plumber to do ALL of their plumbing maintenance and repairs for well over 30 years.  As always…It starts with a phone call to (425) 367-4744 and have Shawn do your plumbing inspection for winter.