September 15, 2023
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…
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September 15, 2023
How Can I Tell if My Water Heater Is Dying?
We get it here at Five Star Plumbing. Sometimes, it’s hard to tell whether your hot water heater is dying or there is something else wrong. We can replace your standing hot water…
September 15, 2023
How Can I Tell if My Water Heater is Going Out?
As a resident of San Antonio, you rely on the appliances in your home to keep you comfortable. From the AC that is so essential on those hot Texas days and nights to the washer…
September 15, 2023
How Carbon Monoxide Gets Into Your Home
Five Star Plumbing offers gas-leak detection services to our customers because we understand how dangerous leaking gas can be. Depending on the gas leak, you might end up with a…
September 15, 2023
How Do I Fix My Sewer Line from Backing Up? Five Star Plumbing Can Help!
You flush the toilet and pull open the curtain to step into the shower for your morning cold-water-wake-up blast only to find dirty water pooled at the bottom. You could grab a…
September 15, 2023
How Do I Keep My Faucets Clean?
You can keep your faucets clean with a few items you have around the house. These items are safe to use, unlike bleach or other harsh cleaners. If you notice the water flow coming…
September 15, 2023
How Do You Unclog A Main Drain In A House?
Your drains are clogged, and you cannot get the water flowing no matter how much drain cleaner you pour down them. Here’s the thing. The clog may be in the main drain, i.e., the…
September 15, 2023
How Hot Should My Home’s Water Be?
Since your hot water heater constitutes almost 20 percent of your energy bill, making sure the temperature settings stay efficient goes a long way to keeping costs down. As far as…
September 15, 2023
How Long Should My Water Heater Last?
Water heaters, like any household system, wear out and require replacement. How long a water heater lasts can depend on several factors, but most make it 10 or 15 years. Here’s a…
September 15, 2023
How Long Will My Water Heater Last?
We here at Five Star Plumbing get asked the titled question a lot, and your water heater’s lifespan depends on a few factors, which we’ll discuss below. The bottom line is you…
September 15, 2023
How New Plumbing Fixtures Can Transform Your Home or Business
Upgrading your plumbing fixtures is an excellent way to give your home or business a fresh look. But it’s not just about aesthetics-replacing and upgrading your plumbing fixtures…
September 15, 2023
How to Diagnose and Fix Dishwasher Drain Issues
You’ve loaded your dishwasher with dirty dishes, pushed the start button, and are now ready to relax. But all of a sudden, you hear a loud gurgling sound coming from the…
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