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How to keep your drainage clog free in an eco-friendly way

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How to keep your drainage clog free in an eco-friendly way

The sink drain in the home is an important part of everyday activities. Home owners use their drain for washing dishes, disposing of food garbage and many other uses. The drain needs to stay clear to be able to provide home owners with access to water and the ability to clean but sometimes the drain can become clogged. A clogged drain can become an aggravation to home owners as anything you try to do with the sink will be delayed until the drain is unclogged. Thankfully, there are a few steps that can be taken to avoid a clogged drain. Follow the tips below to avoid this issue.

Boiling Water

One of the best ways to prevent a clogged drain is with boiling water. Once every week, home owners should take a pot of water and boil it. The water should then be used to flush the drain. This option takes just a few minutes and is an eco-friendly way to keep your drain clear. No harmful chemicals are used and you can keep your drain free and clear of clogs.

Top 5 Plumbing Emergencies You Can Fix

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When the plumbing system breaks down, it can be aggravating and cause you to call a plumber which means you will have to wait for a long time for service as well as spend money to fix the problem. Instead of passing the problem off to a plumber, you can handle a few issues yourself. Below is a step by step guide which will help you learn how to handle different plumbing emergencies.

Clogged Drains

One emergency that can be annoying is a clogged sink drain. A sink drain can clog easily and shut down your home operations. You will not be able to wash dishes if your sink is clogged. To fix this problem, us a plumber's snake to try and clear the area. This should work or you can try a mixture of vinegar and baking soda to eliminate the issue. Take half cup of baking soda and 1 cup of vinegar, pour down the drain and chase it with boiling water. This should clear the area and get you back in operation.

Thompson Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Featured in Plumbing & Mechanical

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Thompson Featured in Plumbing & Mechanical Magazine

Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) November 29, 2012 -- National award-winning electric, plumbing, heating and cooling company Thompson Electric, Plumbing, Heating and Cooling was recently featured in the September 2012 issue of Plumbing & Mechanical, a leading industry magazine in the plumbing industry.

The Plumbing & Mechanical magazine feature includes an interview with Thompson Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Cooling President Wesley Holm. Holm discusses Cleaner Fresher Healthier water with P&M, along with his company’s ProSystems whole-house water treatment systems, and how these services complement the company’s existing services.

Five Reasons Why Geothermal Heating Is The Future of Home Heating

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Geothermal Heating Is The Future of Home Heating

Geothermal heating is an option that home owners can use to heat their home. This type of heating is quickly becoming the top choice for new home owners and without any doubt is the future of home heating. This heating option is eco-friendly and cost effective with many positive attributes. Below are five reasons why geothermal heating is the future of home heating.

Renewable Energy

The geothermal energy is renewable, which means that the energy source can be reused, time and time again. This heating unit will use the heat from underneath the earth's surface to heat your home. This unit has no significant impact on the temperature of the earth and stated plainly, geothermal energy is an inexhaustible supply of heat.

East Coast Services Reminds Clients of the Importance of Updating AC Units Regularly

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The Importance of Updating AC Units Regularly

Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) November 28, 2012 -- East Coast Services is presently providing discounts on AC Repair, Heating and AC Service, Installation, and Maintenance for this holiday season. They also wish to remind clients that by regularly updating their AC Units, this simple upkeep and maintenance will reduce significant amounts of cash spent in the future and improve the overall functionality. East Coast Services conducts both residential and commercial work, offers free estimates and full customer satisfaction, and has ever-changing weekly deals.

Good Bacteria is Critical to Wastewater Treatment Operations

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Bacteria is Critical to Wastewater Treatment

DENVER, Nov. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A Jefferson Post article has explained just what it was that caused the wastewater treatment system in West Jefferson to malfunction in recent weeks. The plant technicians in this small North Carolina town were initially puzzled when their attempts to identify a trigger were left at a dead end. Fortunately, outside sources were able to identify an influx of harmful bacteria was to blame. Roto-Rooter Denver, a professional plumbing company serving both residential and business customers, commented on the town's experience.  

Roto-Rooter Atlanta Comments on Japanese Toilet Innovation

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Japanese High-Speed Toilet Innovation

ATLANTA, Nov. 27, 2012 – Throughout the years, Japan has remained a worldwide leader in technological and engineering innovations. However, a recent article from CNN suggests that Japan’s latest efforts in research and development are “a depressing reminder of what wasted talent can produce.” One such “depressing” product mentioned in the article is a new toilet offered by “high-tech lavatory maker Toto.” It is described as “a new washroom model that is inexplicably capable of shooting a soccer ball at 160 kilometers-per-hour.” As part of a company that inspects, repairs and replaces thousands of toilets each year, Roto-Rooter Atlanta discusses whether or not toilet designs are a waste of talent and time.

Holiday Travel & Home Plumbing Tips to Avoid Costly Problems

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Seasonal Tips from the Experts at Roto-Rooter

CINCINNATI, Nov. 27, 2012 -- When pipes freeze, water pressure builds causing cracks, whether the pipe is made of plastic, copper or steel. Even a tiny crack can unleash 250 gallons of water in a single day.  Cracked pipes are one thing but, the real problem comes when the pipes begin to unfreeze.  If you're planning on traveling for the holiday season, take the proper steps to ensure your home's plumbing system will survive the cold and your house is protected from disaster.

If you have a house sitter, leave them instructions for turning off the main water supply to your home, should a problem arise.

Energy Saving Limited Range Thermostat for Dormitory Rooms Now Available From Air Distributors

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Limited Range Thermostat Now Available From Air Distributors

LOUISVILLE, KY, November 27, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Walk through most dorms at any given time and you'll find wide open windows and doors, and thermostats set to extremes. You can almost watch money fly out the window. When the occupants control the thermostat setting, what can you do? We offer a simple solution. A thermostat designed specifically for dormitory rooms and similar applications. The thermostat range has been factory preset to 68-78 degrees F. "This thermostat allows for energy savings by limiting the range, while maintaining a comfortable environment," states Greg McNary, General Manager of Air Distributors Company, Inc.

Moen Watch 2013: A Daily Look at Research Shaping 2013 Consumer Behavior Trends

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Moen Watch 2013: A Daily Look at Research Shaping 2013

North Olmsted, Ohio November 26, 2012 -- It may not be time to ring in the New Year just yet, but the Market Research and Insights group at Moen, the #1 faucet brand in North America, already has a good idea about some home improvement trends that will be at the forefront in 2013. Every day this week, we will be sharing a sneak peek at these key learnings – specifically, what happens when consumer trends collide – when an emerging trend bumps into one that is somehow already in its path? For example, what happens when the pervasiveness of technology use in the home collides with consumers’ need for home products that are personalized to fit their lifestyle?

We begin the week by looking at this concept, or as Moen has coined it “Digital Dwellings.”

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