In the tomb of a king of the Western Han Dynasty in China (206 BC to 24 AD), archaeologists discovered a 2,000-year-old “toilet” – complete with running water, a stone seat and even a comfortable armrest! The finding: marked the earliest-known water closet, which is quite like what we are using today, in the entire world.
We offer the following plumbing services – and more – to the Parkville, MD area:
To prevent issues, be aware of these potential problems with your unit:
If your power goes out during severe weather, it can cause your unit to stop working. To prevent this, install a battery backup system to keep the unit working throughout the storm.
Make sure your float valve isn’t obstructed to avoid more serious issues.
If your unit isn’t the right size to properly service your home or property, you should replace it with a system of the correct size as soon as possible.
Avoid more serious issues by making sure the pipes are not frozen and that they are clear of blocks.
Make sure the motor is in good working condition. If it wears out, you might need to replace the entire unit.
When a plumber performs routine services on the unit, you can expect him or her to do the following:
This can be a symptom of clogged drains. It can also signal pipes that are narrowed due to mineral or grease buildup.
Recurring clogs can indicate you are not removing the entire blockage when you are trying to clear the clog yourself.
If several drains in your home are clogged at the same time, it can indicate a serious situation, such as a blockage deep within your main line.
Smelly drains can indicate you have food trapped in your system, or it can also signal an issue with your sewer line.
Flooding in your basement or near a floor drain can be due to a sewage backup. This can be a serious issue, as it can lead to a complete blockage, and it could result in contaminated water flooding your floors.