Posts Categorized: Plumbing Tips

The Garbage Disposal Working Hard The holidays are just around the corner and that means there’s going to be a ton of garbage disposal service calls for plumbing contractors. We… Read more »

We’re celebrating the Made in America movement here at Deer Valley Plumbing by highlighting a few key U.S. plumbing manufacturers. While other companies have moved manufacturing facilities south of the… Read more »

Generally, garbage disposals come in 1/2, 3/4, and 1 horsepower models. If you are replacing an existing unit that has worked well for a number of years, the old size should… Read more »

Your new water heater should satisfy your hot water needs and use as little energy as possible. The standard size for a residential water heater is 40 or 50 gallons. The capacity… Read more »

If your toilet keeps running and doesn’t shut off, it could be time to replace the flapper valve. You can go to a local home store plumbing department and find… Read more »

Your AZ water bill for unusually high use. Your bill and water meter are tools that can help you discover leaks. If your shower fills a one-gallon bucket in less… Read more »

Attach low flow aerators to kitchen and bathroom faucets. The faucet will flow stronger while using much less water. It’s inexpensive and simple to install. Low-flow faucet aerators can reduce… Read more »

Check your water meter and bill to track your water usage. There are several reasons why you would want to be able to locate and read your water meter. First,… Read more »

Put food coloring in your toilet tank to check for leaks. If you have a slow leak in your toilet tank, hundreds of gallons are just slowly and silently cascading… Read more »

Buy a rain gauge to track how much rain or irrigation your yard receives. A rain gauge is one of the most important tools in your home landscape. With it,… Read more »