Lead in Drinking Water Remains a Problem in the U.S.
Even though plumbing materials do not contain lead anymore, this dangerous substance still finds its way into America’s drinking water. What’s worse, Americans still suffer from illness and death due to lead in their drinking water. Is it in your drinking water? Five Star Plumbing would be happy to inspect your plumbing system to confirm its safety. […]
Top Bathroom Trends for 2020
Thinking about remodeling? Well, today’s home renovators go straight to the bathroom because this room has become the most popular room in the house. What’s hot for 2020? How about blasts from the past. Some of the top trends take Americans back a century or more with fixtures and privacy that was a thing of […]
Thanksgiving Plumbing Tips
Your plumbing is under a lot of stress Thanksgiving Day. It works tirelessly in the kitchen during food prep and cleanup; it works tirelessly in the bathroom with your multitude of guests. Nothing can turn a happy event into an unhappy one quicker than plumbing problems on Thanksgiving Day. Five Star Plumbing offers the following tips to […]
Odd Things That Clog Your Drains
You already know that hair and oil clog your household drains, but you might be surprised by some other culprits that stop the water flow. You should avoid these culprits as much as you avoid pouring cooking fat down the drain, but if you do end up with clogged drains, Five Star Plumbing can help. […]
What’s Lurking in Your Water?
Don’t take your water municipality’s word for it: There are many common water contaminants found in the water that is pumped into your home. Five Star Plumbing offers its customers filtration options designed to ensure the water your family consumes and bathes in is safe. What’s lurking in your water? Here are common contaminants and the dangers […]
Four New Year’s Resolutions to Show Your Household Plumbing Some Love
New Year’s resolutions for your household plumbing? Yes! And these resolutions will show you a little love, too. Your plumbing system is more sensitive than you think, and it can cause you tremendous heartache if you don’t treat it properly. Five Star Plumbing has four New Year’s resolutions for your household plumbing that will benefit it and […]
The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide in Your Home
As with high blood pressure, carbon monoxide can be a silent killer. This is why even though Five Star Plumbing is plumbing experts, we also have vast experience in gas leak detection. We don’t want you to suffer from carbon monoxide poisoning and its often tragic results, so learn the dangers of carbon monoxide and how it […]
Simple Plumbing Maintenance Checks for Every Homeowner
Plumbing repairs can not only be costly, but they can also be extremely stressful. Thankfully, there are some easy things every homeowner can do to reduce the chances of plumbing problems. Check out these super-handy tips that will help you practice good regular maintenance that will keep your plumbing in tip-top shape. Bathroom and Kitchen […]
Home Remedies for Clogged Shower Heads
It might seem odd that a plumber would post a blog with a do-it-yourself solution for a clogged shower head, but we here at Five Star Plumbing get it. People need to save money these days, so if they can fix something themselves, why wouldn’t they? There is a way you can unclog your shower […]
Tankless Versus Tank Water Heaters
Do you need a new water heater? Should you get the traditional tank storage or a tankless unit? There are pros and cons to both, so it really depends on what you want to spend on the unit and your preference. Five Star Plumbing can help you decide. Here are some differences between the two […]