Tips And Advice
Fall Plumbing Tip: Prepare Your Pipes for Cooler Weather
With average November temperatures in Tulsa ranging from 40°F to 60°F, colder days are upon us! Now's the time to prepare your plumbing for the winter months. Allied plumbing Service is here to help you make the most of this season with peace of mind. Outside Faucets:...
The Basics of Sanitary Pumps
The vast majority of your home’s sanitary pipework is gravity-fed, meaning that your waste flows through pipes that are sloped towards the city sewer system. Occasionally, however, you may need to install a washroom, toilet, or sink in a location that doesn’t allow...
Never Pour Grease In Your Drains
When fats, oils and grease cool down, they solidify and build up in sewer pipes. This greasy buildup will clog your drains and may result in sewer overflows in your home. Sewer blockages and overflows may damage your property and may result in costly pipe-repair and...
Why Bother with Smart Water Meters?
Typically used by gas and electricity companies, smart water meters are becoming more mainstream. They work by measuring your consumption and relaying the information to the utility at shorter intervals. Regular meters are read at the beginning and end of a particular...
Equipment and Cleaning Products
Some cleaners provide their own equipment and products and some use what you provide. Establish expectations beforehand and if there are any surfaces that would be damaged by harsh chemicals or abrasives, have the discussion early. Cleaning Products and Your Home’s...
Getting Fixture Venting Right
Most people know about hot and cold water supply piping as well as the drain pipework that takes away the waste. But for the drainage system to work properly, there is another network of piping that allows free flow of waste, known as the plumbing vents system. What...