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How to Choose a Water Treatment System

Monday, May 7th, 2012

Choosing a water treatment system is North Las Vegas a process that takes research and education in order to make an informed decision on what is needed and the best system for a given job.  Before diving into the details of the process it is ideal for consumers to educate themselves on the quality of the drinking water which is being supplied to their home or business.  Identifying contaminants which should be removed from the water allows for a necessary base knowledge-base which will help in identifying water treatment systems that treat the specific contaminants which need to be removed.

Water Treatment Technologies

Drinking water treatment systems utilize a number of technologies which are available, each technology focusing on producing a particular result by running water through it.

  • Filtration:  Separates undesirable elements from water by use of a layered absorbent medium such as carbon which keeps larger particles in the water from flowing through the membranes while still letting the water through.
  • Softeners:  Reduces the amount of hardness—calcium and magnesium—in the water, and replaces those ions with sodium or potassium.
  • Ultraviolet Treatment:  The use of ultraviolet light to disinfect water and reduce the amount of microorganisms present in water.
  • Reverse Osmosis:  Removal of large molecules and ions from water by applying higher pressure to one side of the membrane, then pushing the water through the selective membrane, leaving contaminants behind.
  • Distilment:  Boils water and collect the vapor as it condenses, leaving behind heavy metals but allowing some contaminants to remain which easily change to gasses.

Water Treatment Devices

In order to choose a water treatment system which is appropriate for your particular needs, have a look at the water treatment devices which are currently available on the market.

  • Point-of-Entry System:  The purpose of this whole-house system is to treat a majority of the water which passes into a residence.  Some water softeners are POE systems.
  • Point-Of-Use System:  Water is treated in batches and delivered to a single tap such as an auxiliary faucet mounted next to the kitchen sink.  Within the POU system are a number of options such as the personal water bottle, pour through pitchers, faucet mounts, counter-top manual fills, counter-top connected to sink faucet, plumbed-in to an existing faucet, or plumed-in to a separate tap.

Once you decide what your water treatment requirements are, how extensively you want your water treated, and what contaminants you want to focus on eliminating, it will become quite easy to choose a water treatment system which is right for you, but call the pros at Yes Air Conditioning and Plumbing is you have any questions.

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Yes! Plumbing Helps Channel 8 News with Fix A Leak Week

Wednesday, March 21st, 2012

Did you know that those small leaks in your toilet, kitchen sink, or outdoor faucet can contribute to 10,000 gallons of wasted water in your home each year?  In order to raise awareness that household water leaks are a national problem, the Environmental Protection Agency  made this week Fix A Leak Week.  Dennis Thompson from Yes! Plumbing walks Sherry Swensk from Channel 8 News through a typical home to show viewers common leaks that could be affecting anyone’s plumbing.  Click on the video below to watch Dennis display where leaks occur and how to address them.

Throughout the video Dennis and Cherry discus how to identify leaks and easy ways of correcting them.  Here are a few images of areas that need plumbing maintenance throughout the home.

These are images from the Fix A Leak report on Channel 8.  Dennis and Sherry go over how to detect leaks occurring in your toilet, and how to fix them.  They also review how to fix common faucet problem in the kitchen and bathroom.  Dennis also points out an interesting fact that water used in most homes throughout the Las Vegas desert contains heavy minerals, causing this tap water to become hard water.  This hard water will contribute to the deterioration of pipes and plumbing fixtures throughout a home at an increases rate.  This abuse from hard water will increase home’s chances for springing a leak.

This final image is of a home’s water meter.  Dennis from Yes! Plumbing discusses how to detect if you have water leaks just by looking at this.  After you turn off all your water using appliances check your water meter and if the white triangle in the center of it is still spinning, that will indicate that you have a leak somewhere in your house.  If you have any questions about how to follow up on this test please call Yes! Plumbing for more information.

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Yes! Plumbing is the Proud Sponsors of the Northwest Girls Softball Team, The Warriors!

Friday, March 16th, 2012

A few weeks ago the Northwest Girls Softball legue started, and Yes! Plumbing was lucky enough to become proud sponsors of the talented team, The Warriors!  The Warriors are the most energetic team in the league, with the biggest hearts.  They are off to a great start with a big win, and are now tied for 3rd place.  The whole Yes! Plumbing family has great hopes for these very talented girls.  Check out these skills:

If you get a chance head over to the website for the Northwest Girls Softball League to check out their schedule.  Games are held at the Majestic Fields throughout the week, so come and show your support any time you are close.  The schedule can be found here.

Good Luck Warriors!

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Yes! Plumbing is Offering $200 Off High Efficiency Tankless Water Heater

Thursday, March 15th, 2012

At Yes! Plumbing we want to help you save money, and the environment, by helping you invest in a high efficiency water heater.  The water heaters that we are offering for $200 off have been graded by the nationally run organization STAR, so they must meet very high standards in energy conservation.  Not only will Yes! Plumbing save you money on your purchase of the water heater, but this highly efficient water heater will save you money for years to come.

Did you know that water heaters consume 15% of a home’s energy usage?  Did you also know that the high efficiency water heaters use 10% to 50% less energy than standard models?  That means that after installing a STAR rated water heater you will be saving hundreds, if not thousands of dollars every year.  This is a deal that will only be available until the end of April, so please consider taking advantage of this deal from Yes! Plumbing before it is too late.

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Why is the Garbage Disposal in My Las Vegas Home “Humming”?

Wednesday, March 7th, 2012

Ah, the garbage disposal: one of the greatest conveniences and frustrations of a Las Vegas kitchen. When it is working well, it seems like few things could be better than this magic machine that whisks away our gross garbage. But when it is on the fritz, there is nothing more annoying.

One common occurrence is the “humming” garbage disposal. You flip the switch to turn the disposal on, but instead of spinning up and sucking those coffee grounds away, it just makes a humming noise and doesn’t do anything. Definitely frustrating. The good news is that since it is making that humming noise, you may be in OK shape. Read on further kitchen plumbing tips.

There are two basic causes of the humming phenomenon. Let’s discuss the simpler one first.

Stuck Flywheel

Most of the time, the problem is as simple as a stuck flywheel. Usually this problem is identified by the brevity of the humming sound, as the garbage disposal will either reset itself or the circuit breaker will trip and the whole thing will shut down.

To fix a stuck flywheel, follow these steps:

  1. Shut down the power to the garbage disposal by shutting of the circuit breaker or pulling the fuse.
  2. Using an offset wrench (it came with the disposal unit, but you can buy a replacement at the hardware store), turn the flywheel clockwise to dislodge it.
  3. For a no-wrench fix, stick a wooden broom handle down the drain and into the disposal, then use that to manually turn the blades.

If the problem is just a stuck flywheel, that should take care of it. However, there is another, more sinister explanation for the humming sound.

Seized Motor Bearing

If your efforts to free the flywheel did not get the disposal working again, then you may have a seized motor bearing on your hands. A disposal with a seized motor bearing needs to be replaced. It’s as simple as that.

However, before you go ahead and assume the worst, it would not hurt to have a professional look at it. It is possible that the flywheel is just quite stuck and needs the touch of a pro. If not, call Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing, and we can go ahead and install a new unit for you.

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Yes! Plumbing Offers $500 Off Premium Whole House Filtration System With Installation

Monday, March 5th, 2012

Starting this month and going until the end of April, Yes Plumbing will be offering $500 off premium whole house filtration system with installation.  Installing a whole house filtration system allows residents to stop being concerned about the quality of the water they clean, prepare food with, and drink.  These filtration systems will purify water of metals, debris and sediment.  By clearing your water of these pollutants you will not only improve the quality of your water, but you will also save your plumbing from the harmful effects of metals and sediment.

Call today to get your water tested by our trained technicians at Yes! Air Conditioning & Plumbing.

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What Causes Discolored Water for North Las Vegas Residents?

Monday, February 20th, 2012

Water discoloration can be troubling, because it makes it seem like your water is unclean. While sometimes discolored water can be cause for concern, other times it has pretty mundane origins, and will only require minor plumbing maintenance.

Check out these common causes of discolored water:

  • Yellow/brown/reddish water is usually caused by rust, either in the water mains that run from the waiter supply or the pipes in your home. If the water is only discolored momentarily when you first turn the water on, it is probably rust in your pipes that gets flushed out quickly. If it persists longer, it may be rust that was stirred up in the water mains. Turn a few of your cold taps on for several minutes, or just turn the tap off and wait about thirty minutes.
  • Water that appears white or cloudy often does so because of trapped air bubbles. Air that is under pressure in your pipes gets released when you turn the tap on, which causes tiny bubbles, just like in a bottle of soda. This has no effect on your water’s quality. The discoloration should dissipate after standing for a few minutes.
  • Sometimes water appears to have a greenish hue, especially when standing under fluorescent light. This is sometimes due to tiny copper traces from the piping in your home, or — depending on the climate — seasonal algae blooms in the local water supply. Either way, this green color is usually harmless.
  • Blue water can occur for a few reasons. One is severe copper corrosion in the plumbing system, which leeches into the pipes. A second cause can be toilet cleaner. If you use a cleaning product in your toilet tank, sometimes that can cause your tap water to turn blue. If you suspect this is the case, do not drink that water and immediately call a local professional to administer a water test. The chemicals in such cleaners can be toxic and hazardous to your health.

Keep in mind that those are some of the most common causes of discolored water. There can be others, and if you are unsure, you should call Yes! Plumbing for assistance.

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Unclog a Floor Drain: Complicating Factors in North Las Vegas

Friday, February 17th, 2012

Wandering down into the basement only to realize that your floor drain has backed up is never a fun event. This is not a problem that will solve itself and you want to get it under control as promptly as possible. While there are definitely an abundance of solutions you can try to unclog a floor drain on your own, and there are quite a few potentially complicating factors to contemplate.

First point of action, you should confirm that no one in the house turns on any running water for anything until the drain has been cleared. The floor drain in your basement is almost always the final stop in the plumbing for all of the drainage used in your house, and so any running water anywhere above will ultimately cause more water to back up in the basement. Of course, if you cannot use any running water anywhere else in your house, it is even more essential that you are able to unclog the floor drain swiftly.

If you happen to own a snake for plumbing uses, this may be the best option to try first. However, it can be a bit difficult to get the snake to make the sharp turn prevalent in these types of drains not long after the pipe descends below the floor. That is not to say that it cannot be done, but be aware that you will need to make sure the snake turns the corner before it will be useful to you at all.

People who do not own a snake may still be able to take care of the blockage without hiring a professional plumber like Dial 1 Plumbing. But first you have to locate the issue. Depending on the layout of your drainage system, this may be easier said than done. You can also make a pretty big mess if you open up various sections of pipe looking for the blockage, so be attentive and make sure you have something in place to catch the runoff and debris that may come out of the pipes when you open them.

You may also run into trouble if the blockage is really outside of your house in the larger sewer line that runs to the street. Unclogging a drain with this type of problem is commonly a job for a licensed specialist and there is very little you will be able to complete on your own.  If you run into issues please call Yes! Plumbing.

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Signs that You Have a Sewer or Water Line Issue at Your Spring Valley Home or Business

Friday, February 3rd, 2012

The last thing anyone wants to deal with in Spring Valley is a water line or sewer issue. But, it happens. Pipes freeze, crack, and get old and eventually they fail. But, if you recognize the signs of a problem before it gets really bad you can take care of it quickly. So, to help stay in front of the problem, here are some signs you should watch for.

  • Increased Water Use – Are you suddenly using way more water than you ever did before? Whether you first notice an uptick in your water consumption or your most recent water bill just gave you a small coronary, this is a sure sign that a leak has sprung somewhere in your plumbing.
  • Odd Smells in Your Drains – Your plumbing system is designed so you never have to smell anything. If there is a smell coming from your drains it can be due to anything from a dried out drain trap to a backup in the sewer line. If pouring a fresh gallon of water down the drain doesn’t solve the problem, it’s time to call for help.
  • Slow Flushing or Draining – When clogs start to form in your drains and sewer line, one of the first symptoms is a universal slowing of the drains in your house or business. It could be something minor like a clog in a single pipe but if you notice every drain suddenly moving much slower, possibly combined with odd smells in the drains, you may have a much larger clog in the main sewer line.
  • Consistently Wet Lawn – If you spring a leak in a water line or sewer line under your lawn, the only way you’ll notice (short of watching your water meter like a hawk) is when the water pools up above your lawn. But, usually before that happens, dampness will form. If it hasn’t rained in a week and the ground is still wet to the touch, combined with any of the other symptoms on this list, it may be a water or sewer line issue.

When you have a problem in your sewer line or water line, it can grow slowly over time, so if you pay close attention and catch one of these issues early enough, it will be much easier to fix the problem right away.  Call Yes! Plumbing with any questions or signs of the issues above.

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North Las Vegas Plumbing Maintenance Tip: How to Extend the Life of a Water Heater

Friday, January 27th, 2012

To avoid having to pay for replacing your North Las Vegas home’s water heater, your best course of action is to take care of the water heater you have. Many homeowners forget about this simple part of household maintenance, probably because water heaters are so often out of sight that we take them for granted. For a simple start on water heater maintenance, try this three-step annual routine:

  1. Lower the temperature on your water heater to somewhere between 115 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit. This is more than adequate for all household functions, and it will keep the water heater from overheating. Locate the knob on your unit (refer to the manual or manufacturer website if you have trouble) to dial it down. You’ll never notice the difference in temperature, but your water heater will have to work less and your energy bills will be lower.
  2. Test the temperature and pressure valve by lifting the valve lever part of the way up, then allowing it to snap back into place. This should be followed by a gurgling sound as water is briefly released from the tank into the drain tube. If not, the valve may need to be replaced.
  3. Flush the tank on a smaller scale. Rather than doing a full flush of the water heater, you can do a smaller one in much less time. To do this, just put a bucket under the drain valve and release the valve. When the bucket is full, close the valve back up and drain the bucket outside or into a sink. This will help get rid of sediment, but takes much less time than draining the whole tank.

It is also recommended that you get a professional inspection of your water heater on a regular basis, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. This three step plan is a good interim measure, however, and it only takes a few minutes each year.

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