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How to Detect a Plumbing Leak

When it comes to your plumbing system, one of the worst things that can go wrong is an undetected plumbing leak. They can start out small and continue unnoticed for a while before you even know they’re there, causing all kinds of damage. Finding and…

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Common Industrial Plumbing Issues and What Causes Them

The plumbing systems for industrial buildings are incredibly complex, much more so than residential plumbing systems and even other types of commercial structures. When working on an industrial plumbing system, the potential for something to go wrong is much higher than just about any other…

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Sewer Line Replacement Made Easy by Trenchless Technology

“Sewer line replacement” are three words that no homeowner wants to hear. But eventually, the lines that connect your Atlanta home’s plumbing to the municipal sewer line will need to be replaced someday.  Sewer pipes were usually made from clay, cast iron, galvanized steel, and…

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Heed These Signs You Need a Professional Plumber

It’s the best part of the summer and you’re probably enjoying time off from work, an upcoming vacation, and adventures in the great outdoors. The last thing you want to think about is items on your home maintenance checklist. However, there are some plumbing problems…

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Common Summer Plumbing Problems and How to Avoid Them

Summer is the ideal season for activities we don’t get to enjoy year-round. Unfortunately, it’s also the time of year that can wreak havoc on your home’s plumbing. From having family stay for an extended period of time, to day trips to the beach, how…

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Why Your Commercial Water Heaters Need Regular Maintenance

If you’ve ever thought about how important having access to hot water is in your home, just think about how important it is in a business. That’s because by law, businesses must provide hot water for safety and hygienic purposes.  If you own a commercial…

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4 Signs You May Need a Water Heater Replacement

Your home’s water heater is the unsung hero of your household. Just think about how many times you use hot water on a daily basis. You rely on it for a hot shower in the morning, when cooking and cleaning, and to wash your clothes,…

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Know the Signs of Damaged Sewer Pipes

The last thing any homeowner wants to hear is that they have issues with the pipes and plumbing, especially when it’s a sewer line that’s involved. Homes that were constructed before the 1980s are definitely more vulnerable to sewer pipe issues. That’s because their pipes…

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5 Signs Your Home Might Have a Slab Leak

There are few phrases that can cause as much worry to a homeowner as “slab leak.” Perhaps you’ve had a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor who experienced a slab leak in their home and told you all about what a hassle it was to…

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Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters

If we were to ask you which system is the workhorse of your home, you’d probably say it’s your air conditioner. It’s true that with our hot, humid weather, your air conditioner does a lot for your home comfort for many months out of the…

Welcome to Our New Blog

The team at HM Plumbing works hard to provide real solutions to our customers’ problems. That’s why our website includes a regularly updated blog. This is where we can share our industry knowledge with you. These blogs will help you learn more about your home’s…