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While there are many do it yourself (DIY) enthusiasts and amateur plumbers in the area, when you need a job done right, you need to make sure you hire a professional, certified, trained plumber. There’s simply no substitute for the knowledge and skills required in this profession. Handling the piping and plumbed appliances in our home may seem straightforward, but it’s hardly so. Hot water and the presence of electricity, as well as potential water damage to sensitive materials within the home, make plumbing a potentially hazardous (and costly) activity for those who are not qualified. We’d like to share with you some reasons to choose a professional Las Vegas plumber. Call Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing today for comprehensive services.

1. The first reason to use a professional plumber, as opposed to a handyman, is that handling pipes can at times be hazardous. Take your water heater, for example, which has a pressure release valve that allows pressure to escape. This is a necessary feature of its operation, but it allows you to see firsthand the amount of pressure that can build up inside. Tinkering around with your water heater can lead to potentially hazardous consequences. Hot water can be dangerous, but also think about the damage water can do to your carpets, furniture, belongings, framing, and electrical system.
2. Second, handling water is a major responsibility. A professional Las Vegas plumber will be bonded and insured, which means that you and your home are protected. “Bonded” indicates that the plumber has carried out a background check on any employees that work in your home, and that you can claim compensation should anything be suddenly missing from your home. “Insured” indicates that should any worker in your home be injured, you as a homeowner are not liable. While there are far more dangerous professions than plumbing, this is an important legal qualification that should not be overlooked.
3. Lastly, a professional plumber will finish your plumbing repair or installation much faster than a non-professional. Because his profession requires that he know the local codes and regulations, no time is wasted when it comes to ensuring that your home is safe and its plumbing works well for the years to come.

When you need a Las Vegas plumber, call Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing today!

While hidden leaks do occur in our homes, there are some common indicators that a leak is present:

• Water stains on walls, ceilings, or floors
• Spike in water bill without a corresponding increase of usage
• Loss of water pressure
• Evidence of water around appliances or fixtures

If you experience any of these signs of a water leak in your home, call the Las Vegas plumbers at Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing for service immediately.

If you see a leak in your home, it’s imperative that you repair it as soon as possible. Leaks do not simply go away on their own. They tend to worsen over time and your plumbing may be subject to more costly repairs than if you had repaired it on sight.

Let’s review the reasons why you should repair leaks as soon as you notice them:

• Energy efficiency. Simply put, a leak is water that you’re paying for but not able to use. If you’re at all concerned about energy efficiency, then that should be all the reason you need to repair a leak as soon as you notice it. While we can’t control the cost of water, we can control how we use it. The environmental impact of wasting water may also be a good reason to prioritize leak repair.
• Water pressure. Serious leaks are often accompanied by a drop in water pressure, and it will continue to drop if the leak is not professionally repaired.
• Damage. Leaks can quickly begin to take their toll not only on the plumbing materials themselves, but also on the surrounding parts of your home. Water damage can ruin your belongings, carpets, wood floors, sheetrock and plaster, and the framing that supports your home.
• System life. Taking care of any repairs as soon as you notice them is part of system maintenance. It is critical to ensure that your plumbing lasts as long as it should. Major repiping can be costly, so don’t let a relatively minor repair affect your entire system.

For more information about how the importance of leak repair, or to schedule a service with a Las Vegas plumber, call the professionals at Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing today!

Are you disappointed with your last plumber’s visit to your home? Are you looking for a new plumber but are having difficulty sifting through the various plumbing companies in Las Vegas? Finding a good plumber can be difficult, but, fortunately, there are some characteristics to look for. You want someone who’s fair, reliable, and does excellent work. Why settle for anything less? Here are some things to look for when you need a good plumber in Las Vegas.

• Bonded. The terms “bonded” and “insured” are often confused. A good plumber is bonded, which means that you are protected in the event that the job is not completed, or if anything is taken out of your home. A bonded plumbing company performs a background check on their employees to ensure that they are all in good standing and that your home is in good hands. Make sure you to choose a company with plumbers who are bonded.
• Insured. You also want to make sure that your plumber is insured. An insured plumber has his own protection in case he suffers any injuries while working on your home and property. This is important because having an uninsured plumber work on your home makes you liable for any personal damages.
• Upfront pricing. When you’re looking for a good plumber, you want to make sure that you receive upfront pricing. Knowing exactly what you’re going to pay before a project begins is a great way to keep track of your home budget, and to prevent “surprise” fees at the end. With upfront pricing, each party knows exactly what the job should be and how much it will cost.
• Reputable. You need a plumber with a good reputation. Both homeowners and plumbers rely on reputation. For a plumber, a good reputation is public approval for plumbing excellence; for homeowners, a plumber’s good reputation is a way to understand how he might work on your home project.

We hope this brief guide helps you in your search for a new plumber.  Looking for a new Las Vegas plumber? We ask you to try the superior services offered here at Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing today!

Your home’s plumbing is comprised of pipes, joints, valves, and fixtures that supply, control, distribute, and remove water from your home. They operate in the walls and floors, and we hardly realize they are there. At least until a pipe leaks, the toilet overflows, or our water heater fails, that is.

If your plumbing is old, or if your pipes are problematic, consult with the Las Vegas plumbers at Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing about whole home repiping. It’s a big job and you want to make the right decision about what type of materials you will use, which will depend upon the application and your budget. There are three major options for home repiping, all of which are viable solutions to your current piping: copper, PVC, and PEX. The most important aspect of this process is to have your home repiping job performed by qualified professionals. When you need an exceptional Las Vegas plumber, call Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing today!

• Copper. Copper is an ancient material, and has been used for thousands of years in plumbing applications. It remains a standard in the plumbing industry for its durability, ease of use, corrosion-resistance, and malleability. When professionally installed, copper piping can potentially last a lifetime. Some of the drawbacks to copper are that it costs more than plastic pipe, and it may impart a very minor metallic tinge to your water supply.
• PVC. Polyvinyl chloride is the standard plastic pipe that has steadily gained ground since the 1970s in the plumbing industry as a sturdy, inexpensive alternative to copper. It is probably the most commonly used in new homes built since then, as well as repairs. It comes in a wide variety of sizes, and while mostly used for drainpipes, it is also used for supply lines.
• PEX. This is a form of cross-weaved polyethylene that is incredibly strong, freeze resistant, and flexible. Used in Europe since the 1960s, it only became an alternative to copper and PVC in the US during the 1980s. Because of its flexibility and ability to bend, it often improves water flow and requires fewer connections, making it easier to install.

For more information about what type of repiping solution is best for your home, contact a professional Las Vegas plumber at Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing today!

You rely on your home plumbing system to work efficiently and effectively in Las Vegas. You need it to supply fresh water on demand, at the same time as you depend on the rapid removal of wastewater to ensure proper hygiene. It’s hard to think what it would like to be without modern plumbing, although we tend to take it for granted until something goes wrong. Plumbing inspection is a great way to find out whether your drainpipes, sewer and water lines, and plumbed fixtures are operating properly, or whether they need repair. In this post, we’d like to explain why plumbing inspections are important to the safety and efficiency of your home. For more information, or to talk with a Las Vegas plumber, call Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing today!

• Prevent major repairs. While some plumbing problems are fairly obvious, others are notoriously difficult to detect. You don’t need much persuasion to call a plumber when your basement is full of water, but what about that slow leak in the floor of your bathroom—is that getting worse? Such questions are better left to the expert skills and experience of a Las Vegas plumber. Professional inspection can help you prevent major plumbing repairs before they are required.
• Extend system life. Your supply and wastewater systems receive a lot of use every day. Thousands of gallons move through your home every year. Plumbing inspections allow your local Las Vegas plumbing professional to take a close look at the internal surfaces of your piping with video camera inspection. This is the only way to know what’s going on within your sewage system. If your plumber recognizes a problem, a quick repair today may add years to the life of your plumbing.
• Safety. Your water heater is one the most used appliances in the home, but requires professional installation and routine maintenance to operate effectively. Professional plumbing inspections can assess the integrity of your water heater and make recommendations for improvement. They can also discuss options for replacement if your water heater is old or requires frequent repairs.

These are only a few of the reasons why plumbing inspections are important. For more information or to schedule a consultation with a Las Vegas plumber, call Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing today!