Never Put These Foods Down the Garbage Disposal
Don’t make the common mistake of thinking that the garbage disposal is there for your garbage purposes. In reality, Five Star Plumbing advises that the garbage disposal should only be used in case of emergency. All foods should be placed in your trash. Putting food down the garbage disposal can damage it and clog your […]
Do I Really Need a Low-Flow Toilet?
No, you don’t really need a low-flow toilet unless your municipality requires one. This being said, Five Star Plumbing encourages our customers to have them installed because they come with wonderful benefits. A low-flow toilet can make a difference in your water bill and reduce your footprint on the environment. We are going to talk […]
Holiday Gifts for You This Holiday Season
The holidays are here and it’s time to treat someone special to a special gift. That special someone is you! Because we are plumbers here at Five Star Plumbing, the holiday gifts that we are going to list in this blog post all have to do with plumbing. This is our expertise, and we think […]
One Surefire Way to Clean Your Drains Naturally
If your drains have slowed down and are starting to smell, they need to be cleaned. You can clean your drains naturally to avoid damaging your septic system or the municipal sewage system. If you find that cleaning them doesn’t resolve the problem, you have a plumbing problem that needs professional help. Five Star Plumbing […]
Boost the Value of Your Home With Plumbing Upgrades
Wouldn’t you love to get more money out of your home? Even if you aren’t selling it, the more value you hold in the asset the better your financial portfolio. Five Star Plumbing can help with the plumbing for your kitchen or bathroom upgrades. You deserve your dream kitchen and bathrooms. Why not invest in […]
Let’s Talk About the Benefits of a Water Softener
If you have been thinking about getting a water softener for your home’s water supply, Five Star Plumbing is going to list the benefits of this water system below. There are several to consider, which is why so many homes in San Antonio opt for water softening systems. Better Skin and Hair One primary benefit […]
There Are Sewage Odors in My Bathroom
If your home uses a septic tank instead of a sewage system, sewage odors in the bathroom can be a sign that the tank needs to be pumped. This does not mean you cannot end up with sewage odors in the bathroom when you are on a municipal sewage system. You can. Five Star Plumbing […]
How Can I Tell if My Water Heater Is Dying?
Standing water heaters have an average lifespan of about 10 to 13 years. If your water heater is getting up there in age, it’s probably on the road to dying. Most water heaters give you signs before they kick the bucket. Five Star Plumbing is going to list the signs of a dying water heater […]
The Benefits of a Low-Flow Toilet
One of the best things to consider when upgrading your bathrooms is low-flow toilets. These plumbing fixtures come with a ton of benefits that we will list below. Plus, you can hire Five Star Plumbing to install the cost-saving fixtures. Our licensed and certified technicians have vast experience in bathroom upgrades, so you know the […]
Thanksgiving Foods That Can Clog Your Plumbing
Many people make the mistake of assuming that they can stuff things down their kitchen drains because they have garbage disposals. Unfortunately, Five Star Plumbing warns that putting food down your kitchen drain can actually clog your plumbing and damage the pipes. This is especially true with your Thanksgiving meal preparation and cleanup. We are […]