Atlanta Plumbing Blog
Welcome to our blog and thank you for stopping by! If you are one of the many homeowners in the Atlanta area who has used our services in the past, you understand why we say leave the plumbing to the Atlanta plumbers and the painting to the painters! However, there are a few brave souls out there who once in a while like to give a new venture a try. If this sounds like you, here are a few articles ranging from everything from Sewer Problems and Drain Problems to Water Heater Problems, Natural Gas Pipe Problems, Plastic Waterline Problems, and Blue Poly Leaks. We welcome you to try any one of these solutions on your own but please before you start buying a specialized tool that you’re only going to use once in your lifetime, give a call. There is no need to spend $200 on a $100 plumbing call!
Longevity Tips to Increase the Life of Your Hot Water Heater
Ridgeway Mechanical Shows You How You Can Make Your Hot Water Heater Last Longer A hot water heater is arguably the hardest working of all your electrical home appliances. It also consumes the most energy. Most homeowners have a love-hate relationship with this energy-hungry appliance that provides the most important of home comforts – hot water for baths, showers and cleaning. With time, a hot water heater loses its efficiency. Most homeowners have [...]
Plumbing Maintenance: How to flush an electric water heater
Your electric water heater works hard every day, supplying your home with hot water, so it only makes sense that it also needs TLC from time to time. While a hot water heater can last anything from 8-12 years, regular maintenance can only help improve efficiency and increase its lifespan. Today, our Atlanta master plumber shows you how to flush your water heater. Why Flush a Water Heater? Over time, mineral deposits build [...]
The Top Water Heaters
A cold shower is usually the first sign that you need to replace your old water heater. Choosing a new water heater can be a complex decision, so we’d like to make that easier for you by telling you about our top 10 water heaters for 2015. #10 – Stiebel Eltron Tempra 24 Plus Electric Tankless Whole House Water Heater The Stiebel Eltron Tempra 24 Plus Electric Tankless Water Heater has two charts [...]
Tips for Plugging Your Sewer Line
Disasters, heavy rains or burst pipes can cause considerable damage to your property, especially if there is a back flowing sewer. At the best of times, a clogged sewer can pose health hazards, so the last thing you want is for it to flow back into your basement or home. Here at Ridgeway Mechanical, homeowners rely on us to plug their sewer lines in order to alleviate these risks. Plugging your sewer line [...]
Why You Need a Video Sewer Inspection
Video sewer inspection is a common service performed by professional plumbers. While plumbers and realtors highly recommend it, it is not a requirement of the home buying process. Yet, it can be a vital tool in assessing the property you are buying. A small investment in this checkup, can help save thousands of dollars in repairs, as a video sewer inspection can find any number of issues with a plumbing system, including: Blocked [...]
Maintaining Your Septic Tank to Avoid Emergency Repairs
Taking proper care to maintain your septic tank can help you avoid breakdowns and costly repairs. Although a septic tank requires little maintenance, there are some things you can do to make it last longer, or indefinitely. However, the underground area which contains all the sewage pipes, known as the leach field, may require treatment, or in some cases, replacement after every 15-20 years. In most cases, limiting the amount of water used, [...]
Signs of a Sewer Main Line Clog
A sewer main clog is the messiest clog of them all. If you suspect that you have one of these, stop using your plumbing fixtures until it has been resolved, because your home’s water will have nowhere to go after it has been flushed down the drains. That means that it will flow where it shouldn’t and cause costly damage to your property. Raw sewage can back up into your home, causing pollution [...]
Signs You Need Sewer and Drain Replacement
A sewer and drain system is a crucial aspect of your property. With use, property owners tend to deal with many issues concerning their sewers and drains, and are looking for ways to make the problems go away. If you’re facing ongoing or repetitive issues with your drains and sewers, it may well be time to have it replaced. Repair or Replace Drains and Sewers? With routine maintenance, you should experience fewer issues [...]
Finding a Perfect Plumber in Atlanta!
Finding a great plumber can be a hard job; there are a lot of plumbers in the Atlanta area that aren’t very good at plumbing. You can find horror stories everywhere you go; from the guy who bilked an old lady out of half her retirement “fixing” her unbroken toilet, to the guy who stole fine diamonds while fixing the pipes in the upstairs bathroom. Here are some great tips for finding the [...]