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Answering Your Plumbing Questions in Milwaukee, WI

Plumbing questions on the brain? Your plumbing is one of the most important systems in your home. But it’s easy to forget about it until something goes wrong. At Heiden Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, we’re here to help. Below, our experts are sharing the answers to some of your most common plumbing questions to help you when an issue crops up. Find the info you need there. Looking for something else? Don’t hesitate to call us right away—especially in an emergency—at 414-937-8420.

Your Plumbing Questions Answered in Our FAQs

Why Your Toilet Keeps Running

A running toilet may not seem like a big deal, but it’s a sneaky problem to deal with. When ignored, it can waste as much as 26 gallons of water a day. Clogs, slow and leaky tanks, and worn-out flappers can all cause a toilet to run. So can faulty floats, refill tubes, and inlet valves. Try fixing or replacing those parts—or calling our experts for repair.

How You Can Unclog a Drain

Clogged drains can be a recurring and frustrating problem. Between hair, soap, food, mineral deposits, and dirt, there are a lot of ways to cause backups. Fortunately, Heiden Plumbing has the solutions. Mix ½ cup of salt and ½ cup of baking soda together, pour it down the clogged drain, and let it sit for half an hour before flushing it away with boiling water. If that doesn’t work, don’t settle for chemical drain cleaners, which can harm your pipes. Instead, give our plumbers a call to clear things away.

How to Increase the Longevity of Your Water Heater

In general, water heaters last about eight to 12 years. To reach the tail end of that—and beyond—you need to take good care of it. That means regular maintenance appointments, insulating your pipes, and replacing corroded anode rods. Flushing the system out with manufacturer-recommended methods also helps.

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes in the Winter

When temperatures dip here in Southeastern Wisconsin, they can get low. Help yourself prevent frozen pipes with these tips:

  • Insulate pipes that are exposed to outside air, like those in attics and crawl spaces
  • Keep your thermostat set no lower than 60°F
  • Shut off water to your outdoor spigots

Whether You Need to Have Your Pipes Replaced

In general, you shouldn’t need them replaced, but the real answer depends on what type of pipes you have and how much water you use. If you notice water pressure issues or frequent leaking, call our experts right away. Those are signs of a deeper problem—and one Heiden Plumbing can fix.

Contact Our Master Plumbers Today With More Questions

Don’t see the answer you need? We’re always available to answer them for you. Just give us a call at 414-937-8420 or contact us online.

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