Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. Blog: Archive for January, 2019

Is My Water Too Hard?

Monday, January 28th, 2019

salt-in-water-softenerIt is hard to believe that our water can be anything but wet, so what does it mean to have hard water? Many homeowners take the water that enters into their homes for granted and don’t really think too much about quality, as filtration systems are set up to block contaminants from entering the supply. However, you could be experiencing the effects of hard water, even with the best filtration system in place. So what do you do?

A water softener in Orlando, FL is the best solution for hard water. Installing a new water softener can mitigate the negative effects that hard water can have on appliances like dishwashers and washing machines, as well as various pipes and fixtures throughout your home. So, how do you know if you have hard water? Well, keep reading below! We have listed some of the tell-tale signs that your water is just too hard.

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Do You Need Repiping?

Monday, January 14th, 2019

Pipe replacement or whole-house repiping in Orlando, FL is a large, but necessary task when your home meets the criteria for it. We understand that this can seem scary, however, a plumber will only suggest repiping when it is absolutely necessary. At some point, your plumbing system will age to the extent that replacing or repairing just one section of the piping isn’t going to be an effective means of solving the problem.

Whole house repiping is both the safest and most efficient way to protect your home from leaks and water damage when your plumbing system has aged beyond its limit. Many homeowners are not aware of signs that suggest their home needs repiping services, so today we have outlined them for you below. Of course, only a trained plumber will be able to determine whether or not repiping is the best choice for your home. Keep reading to learn more. 

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