Bartow Emergency Plumbing Services

Bartow homeowners know that plumbing problems don’t always crop up during regular business hours. When you have a burst pipe, failed water heater, an overflowing toilet, or another plumbing calamity that rears its ugly head, you can count on the pros at All Pro Plumbing to help.

And, unlike other companies, when you call for emergency plumbing repair, you always speak to a live operator no matter the time. Put our number (863) 648-5112 on your refrigerator and call when you need an experienced plumber.

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When to Call an Emergency Plumber

A good rule of thumb when trying to decide if you should call for emergency plumbing repair or if you can wait is it’s best to always err on the side of caution than to risk damage to your valuable property.

However, if you’re still not sold, here are the most critical situations that warrant calling for immediate plumbing repair now.

• Burst Pipe If a pipe bursts in your house, call for help immediately. Burst pipes can leak hundreds of gallons of water into your home in a few hours, and the water damage that follows can be significant and expensive to repair.
• Sewage Backup If raw sewage backs up through your drains or toilet, it brings harmful bacteria, germs, and other pathogens into your house. For the health and well-being of your family, don’t wait if you experience this problem.
• Overflowing Toilet You might not think an overflowing toilet is an emergency, but when you consider what’s coming back up through the drain, you’ll want it repaired as soon as possible. Toilets overflow for various reasons, and it usually takes an experienced pro to pinpoint the problem.
• No Water Pressure Reduced or no water pressure makes everyday household chores more difficult, but is it a plumbing emergency? Well, it depends. If you’ve lost pressure at a single fixture, it’s likely a problem with the fixture itself or the pipe feeding it. However, if you lose water pressure throughout the house, it could be a break in your home’s main water line, which requires immediate attention.
• Water Heater Failure When your water heater sings its swan song, you lose the ability to wash clothes, dishes, bathe, and more. Depending on the severity of the problem, it’s best to call for professional repair now instead of waiting because these issues never get better on their own.

Regardless of the time of day or night, you can always speak to a live operator when you call All Pro Plumbing for emergency plumbing repair.

Don’t Ignore These Failing Water Heater Signs

It’s easy to take hot water for granted because the typical water heater runs without issue for years. And it’s easy to ignore your water heater because most systems are buried in the basement or a closet.

However, because your water heater works day after day to provide you with hot water, it’s prone to wear out and will eventually fail.

Here are the most common signs you shouldn’t ignore telling you your water heater is going bad.

• Water Leaking From the Tank
  If you see water dripping from the tank or pooling on the floor, it means you have a leak. Leaks coming from a faulty valve or connection are easy to fix, while leaks coming from the tank typically require replacing the water heater.
• Age The average water heater lasts between 10 and 12 years. If you don’t know how old your system is, you can check it by looking at the serial number or going online to check the manufacturing date. No matter how well maintained, all water heaters eventually fail.
• The Hot Water Doesn’t Last If the hot water doesn’t last as long as you’re used to, it could be sediment buildup in the tank that’s impeding performance. In most cases, you can fix this by flushing the tank. However, if you ignore this problem for too long, the sediment can harden to the point where water heater replacement is the only option.
• Inconsistent Water Temperature Another clear sign your water heater is failing is if you no longer get consistent water temperatures. Sometimes, it’s an issue with the thermostat, or it could be a heating element that’s gone bad.
• Rust Colored Water Cloudy or rusty water coming from your hot water tap could mean the tank is rusting from the inside or the anode rod needs replacing.
• Banging or Knocking Sounds If your water heater is making strange noises like banging or knocking, it’s usually caused by sediment and mineral deposits clogging the system.

To avoid catastrophic water heater failure, contact us if you notice any of these problems.

Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater Installation

Whether you’re taking a shower, washing dishes, or doing laundry, you depend on having hot water throughout the day. For homeowners using tank-style water heaters, you know how frustrating it is when you’ve used up your hot water supply and have to wait for the system to refill.

If you’re tired of running out of hot water when you need it most, a tankless water heater may be the solution, and here are a few benefits to consider.

• Tankless Water Heaters Are More Energy Efficient With energy costs continuing to rise, you want to save as much money as possible on your energy bills. Because tankless water heaters only heat water when you need it, they use less energy than their tank-style counterparts, thus saving you money on your energy bills.
• Tankless Water Heaters Provide Unlimited Hot Water One of the most significant benefits of having a tankless water heater is that you never run out of hot water. If you have a family that fights over the shower in the morning because you know the hot water will run out, a tankless water heater solves this and many other problems.
• Tankless Water Heaters Save Space Depending on the size, tank water heaters can take up a significant amount of space. However, most tankless water heaters are no bigger than an average suitcase and can be wall-mounted, allowing you to reclaim some room.
• Tankless Water Heaters Last Longer While tankless water heaters are more expensive to install, they can last up to twice as long as traditional water heaters, meaning you won’t have to pay for a replacement for 20 years or more.