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Everything in a home setting typically runs smoothly, that is, until a plumbing issue arises out of the blue. You might find yourself having a calm, pleasant day, but the second your toilet, sink, or other appliance running plumbing starts acting up, it seems like your whole world gets flipped upside-down.

While the last point might seem like a bit of a stretch, even a simple plumbing problem can hamper the rest of your day. Whether it be an aggravating faucet problem or an overflowing toilet, many plumbing malfunctions can waste…

The beauty of tankless water heaters is that they heat water directly, right on the spot. For that reason, they’re commonly referred to as instantaneous water heaters. Since hot water doesn’t have to be stored within tankless water heaters, you never have to worry about running out of hot water. Due to this, many are switching from a tank water heater to a tankless heater.

But here’s the question: are you ready to make the switch?

The Perks of a Tankless Water Heater

Although these units are more expensive, when compared to conventional heaters, tankless…

Plumbing problems are never a pleasure, but if any plumbing problem is one of the most annoying and inconvenient, it would likely be a malfunctioning toilet. Not only do we need to use these devices on a daily basis, but some toilet troubles can contribute to an unwanted stench, pesky water leaks, or noise. To make matters even worse, some problems with your toilet can also cause a waste of water, high water bills, and even water damage to your property.

No matter what the issue entails, 1st Choice Plumbing, Heating,…

Our sinks go through a lot of distress over the years. From food debris and wads of hair to bacteria and viruses, there’s nothing that our sinks haven’t encountered. In fact, some sources claim that a sink has more bacteria and grime than your toilet – yuck! It’s no surprise that regularly cleaning our sinks is so important.

But even with regular deep, thorough scrubbings, you might find that your sink continues to smell no matter what. At first, you may not notice…

Anyone who has plumbing installed in their home knows that plumbing problems can arise at any minute. Even newly installed plumbing can pose problems out of the blue. Due to how quickly plumbing can go wrong, many homeowners turn to DIY guides online for ways to fix these issues on their own, thinking it will be easy and that they will save a lot of money.

In reality, even simple DIY methods like the baking soda and vinegar technique that’s often used to clear a drain clog, can be…

A clogged sink, shower, bathtub, or toilet is never fun. Even when you think you’re careful to avoid these annoying drain clogs, they seem like they occur anyways. Soap scum may build up overtime in your pipes and clog your sink just as strands and chunks of hair can one day block your shower’s drain. Little buildup overtime can contribute to an eventual full-blown clog, one that you never see coming.

In the case of a small clog, you might find a tutorial on the Internet to help you successfully resolve this problem on your…

Unless it’s a piece of toast, anything jammed is never good. In the case of a jammed garbage disposal, you bet that you have a problem on hand that needs to be resolved.

That precious piece of equipment that used to help grind up chunks of food in your drain small enough to safely pass through the piping of your plumbing system seems to no longer work. Chances are, that’s definitely a garbage disposal jam.

How Do You Know if Your Garbage Disposal is Jammed?

Is your garbage disposal jammed, or is it just going out? If you’re experiencing a jam,…

At some point, you’re likely to experience some kind of sink problem. A faucet with low water pressure is one of those issues you might come across. Low water pressure is characterized by a weak, slow, thin stream of water coming out of your sink’s faucet. Even when you lift or twist your sink’s handle or knob all the way, you’ll notice that the water pouring from your faucet isn’t as powerful as it once was.

At first, you might think nothing of it. You might presume…

Next to dripping faucets, a running toilet, and a sink with low water pressure, a clogged drain is one of the most common types of plumbing problems. Bath, shower, sink, and toilet drains can all experience minor to major clogs. While some of these issues can be addressed with basic home remedies, in severe cases of a drain clog, it’s imperative to reach out the pros.

Here at 1st Choice Plumbing, Heating, & Air, we have the proficiency and skill to resolve the worst of drain clogs. Using hydro jetting plumbing, our Solano Beach, CA plumbers can…

It may still be sweltering outside, but water heaters play a critical role no matter the season. As most people know, these heaters deliver hot water, which is essential for properly rinsing dishes, sterilizing hands, thoroughly bathing, and cleaning clothes. Many of us also use hot water when wiping down gripe and germs from countertops and other surfaces of our home.

While summer may still be here for a while, and you probably won’t be taking a hot shower anytime soon, it might be a good time for you to have a new…