Lately we’ve used this space to explain the many ways that homeowners can save money on their heating and cooling, plumbing, and drainage issues. Today, we’re turning our attention to plumbing for Sacramento business owners. Specifically, let’s take a closer look at hydro-jetting. What is it, and when might your business need it? Why Hydro-Jetting? Some clogs are easy … Read More
Tips for Keeping Your Shower Drain Clear
Nobody likes a clogged shower drain. The only thing worse is having to remove a clog the size of a small poodle — that tangled mess of hair, soap, shampoo, cleansers, and heaven only knows what else — that’s accumulated over the course of months or years. Your best bet is preventing clogs in the first place. For everything else, … Read More
Signs that Your Floor Drains Need to be Cleaned
Some Sacramento homeowners live in fear of burst or leaky pipes. That’s understandable, since they can cause widespread damage in your home. There’s another potential trouble source you might be neglecting: your floor drains. Ace Plumbing gives you the common warning signs that these drains need to be cleaned, and what you need to do. Know Your Floor Drains … Read More
Signs of a Sewer Line Issue
You probably don’t give your sewer lines a second thought. Even people who are vigilant about other parts of their home plumbing — like drains, pipes, and fixtures — don’t worry about sewers until something has gone visibly, and often terribly, wrong. However, like the rest of your home, your sewer lines will often warn you when something’s wrong. Here’s … Read More
You’ve Got a Clog. When Is It Time To Call A Plumber?
Clogs don’t happen very often, but when they do, calling a plumber is often people’s last instinct. We’ve seen people use — and misuse — chemical drain cleaners, snakes, plungers, coat hangers, and all sorts of kludged-together contraptions to clear clogs. Some of these have their place; each of them can also cause more problems than they solve. Here’s how … Read More
A Plumber’s History of the Toilet
We have so many euphemisms for the bathroom, but one of the most telling is one that’s gone out of use: the “necessary room.” Rather appropriate, for reasons that should be obvious. Why not show the bathroom — and the humble toilet — a little respect, though? After all, it has a longer history than you may realize. Let Ace … Read More
How to Avoid Disposal Disasters During the Holidays
Holiday dinners are a mixed blessing. We’ll take the turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, gravy, glazed ham, stuffing, and the gravy (and did we mention gravy?). Some things we could do without, like the fruitcake, the heartburn, and the cleanup. But someone’s got to clean up this mess, preferably without destroying the garbage disposal in the process. Here are some tips … Read More
Eco-Friendly Bathroom Upgrades
If you’re remodeling your home with Mother Earth in mind, one of the best ways to approach your remodel might surprise you. Things like Energy Star-rated appliances, good insulation, and a strong roof help, but one area many people overlook is their water consumption. “Green” your bathroom remodel with an assist from Ace Plumbing and you can not only save … Read More
What Is Backflow Testing and Certification?
Every home should have some kind of check valve to keep sewer backflow from causing serious damage. This may not mean that the equipment you have is effective or efficient. Testing and certification confirms that your backflow system will stop the problem of backflow before it occurs. What Is Backflow? Plumbing lines are designed generally to flow only one way. … Read More
4 Things Never to Put Down the Drain
You may have heard never to put oils or corrosive solvents down the drain. The list contains other items as well, and some that you might not expect. Here’s what you need to avoid, and why. Fats and Oils If you can imagine what happens when fats, oils and grease get cold, you can understand why they present such a … Read More