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2025 Guide to Garbage Disposals. Photo of a garbage disposal being worked on by a plumber underneath a kitchen sink.

2025 Guide to Garbage Disposals

April 29, 2025

If you are tired of spending precious time scraping plates into the garbage or grossed out when you have to scoop food bits from your kitchen sink, it might be time to consider installing a garbage disposal. This underrated kitchen gadget is more than just a modern convenience—it’s a cleanup superhero ready to make your life easier.

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Why Get a Water Filtration System?

April 15, 2025

A whole-house water filtration system is the only way to screen out unwanted elements before they enter your plumbing system.

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What Is a Tankless Water Heater?

March 31, 2025

The DOE says installing a small, on-demand water heater at each hot water outlet may improve energy savings even more.

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Innovative Sewer Line Techniques for Repair or Replacement. A plumber fixing a sewer line.

Innovative Sewer Line Techniques for Repair or Replacement

March 14, 2025

When your sewer line is acting up, it’s not just a clog—it’s a crisis!

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How to Extend the Lifespan of Your Water Heater

February 28, 2025

Your water-heater is a crucial component of your Ladue, home, providing the hot water needed for showers, dishwashing, and laundry. However, without proper care and maintenance, it can wear out faster than expected.

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Kitchen sink backed up and homeowner trying to use a plunger due to sewage backup.

What Causes Sewage Backup?

February 14, 2025

According to the EPA, you need to remove the water and clean moist surfaces and furniture within the first 48 hours in order to prevent mold growth.

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Tony LaMartina plumber performing maintenance on a sewer line in St. Louis, Missouri.

How Often Should I Clean My Sewer Line?

January 31, 2025

When a drain clogs in your Missouri home, you likely grab a drain snake or a plunger for a do-it-yourself fix.

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Schedule a Sewer Line Inspection for Your St. Louis County Home

January 14, 2025

Sewage backup is one of the most unpleasant plumbing problems you may face as a homeowner. You can live with a dripping faucet for a week or two or contend with a damaged sprinkler head until you replace it.

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Tony LaMartina plumber performing a plumbing inspection in St. Louis, MO.

Do I Need a Plumbing Inspection?

December 29, 2024

Gurgle, gurgle. Hiss. If you immediately recognize these sounds from any plumbing in your Missouri home, it could indicate you need a home plumbing inspection.

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How Can I Avoid a Plumbing Emergency?

December 9, 2024

Plumbing emergencies may seem like spontaneous events that happen without warning, but that’s not always the case.
They typically start as minor issues that grow bigger over time. As the plumbing problem balloons, it offers clues about the nature of the impending emergency.

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