We all know now that washing our hands is vital for health and hygiene, but that wasn’t always the case. In fact, long after humans knew things like how large the globe was, we still did not know about germ theory. Luckily, we can thank the scientist who discovered this vital aspect of health.

The only way to be ready for an emergency is to prepare ahead of time. This blog will give you a checklist and a strategy, so you know what to do if you have a plumbing emergency.

With how hectic life can be, especially nowadays, your private time in the bathroom can feel like your only time to be alone and think. If your bathroom feels cluttered and cramped, you won’t be able to do that effectively. We offer some design and cleaning tips to keep your bathroom feeling luxurious and spacious.

A toilet flange, also known as a closet flange or floor flange, is a pipe fitting that mounts a toilet to the floor and also connects the toilet drain to a drain pipe. Typically, the toilet flange is mounted on top of the floor with the hub fused around the drain pipe.

Do you have an older shower faucet that needs to be replaced? Do you want to go from having 2 or 3 shower handles to 1? No problem!

Spring is sump pump season. Here at Pride Plumbing of Rochester, we’re offering special deals for our customers to save money on their sump pump water or battery backup. For those who aren’t sure exactly what a sump pump does and how it works, we’ll explain it.

Before moving into your home, you likely had an inspection performed to ensure that it is a safe living space for you and your family. However, many people tend to overlook one of the most important systems: the sewer line.

Plumbing emergencies can happen at any time. By having properly functioning plumbing valves, you can manually stop the flow of water. There are a variety of valves and every plumbing fixture should have its own shut off valve.

Natural gas isn’t great for your plants. Why is this? Natural gas causes air to be displaced from the leaves that need it, essentially choking the plant. If your gas leak is underground, it's not uncommon to see browning grass or dead patches. You should be checking on the health of your plants anyways, but this is another great reason to.

We rely on clean drinking water every single day. Installing a filtration system gives homeowners the peace of mind knowing that their family is only using the best and cleanest water.

A lot of us recognize that familiar feeling of discomfort when your hot shower suddenly becomes cold as ice. Someone in the house flushed again, didn't they? Sometimes, it's the opposite, and the shower rapidly becomes scalding, causing you to nearly break a leg as you hop out of the shower as quickly as possible. However, these issues aren't a fact of life! With the right installation, you can stop those terrible shower water temperature changes.

Neglecting your plumbing during the winter months may lead to frozen pipes and disastrous results. Frozen water in pipes creates excess pressure that ultimately causes plumbing lines to burst. Water leaking from compromised piping can not only damage your home but also create large water bills in a matter of minutes. If not repaired quickly, water leaks may also lead to mold issues that can damage walls, floors, and ceilings as well as your family’s health.

What you need to know before you throw those foods down the garbage disposal.

Got a clog? Just use a chemical drain cleaner right? Wrong! Chemical drain cleaners can do a lot of damage to your pipes and lead to costly repairs in the future. Drain cleaners are just not very effective. If the drain cleaner gets trapped behind a major blockage, it will just do damage to your pipes. The caustic chemical reactions that are meant to eat away at clogs generate a lot of heat. Enough to easily melt or soften metal or plastic piping.

Winter is coming, which means you have to prepare your home. Winterizing your home can ensure that you are being energy efficiency, which of course translates into savings on your monthly bills. But, especially due to the harsh winters we have in Rochester, winterization is also necessary to protect your family and property. Pipes can easily become frozen and cracked if you don’t prepare properly. We offer some necessary tips to ensure you save money and prevent any frost-induced plumbing catastrophes.

At Pride Plumbing of Rochester, we proudly provide clients from all walks of life and in all types of residences top-tier plumbing services. If you have a plumbing system in your home, then you can bet our professionals can fix it! We do mean any plumbing system, too. We are not just talking about modern and traditional plumbing systems, but vintage and specialty plumbing as well.

Pride Plumbing of Rochester flushed a tankless hot water heater in Pittsford, NY. Below are some common questions regarding the care and maintenance for tankless water heaters.

With the frigid cold temperatures we experience in Rochester, NY, it is important to take precaution to avoid frozen pipes. When pipes freeze, they can burst and can cause a great deal of damage.

Drain cleaner provides a “quick” fix, but using this product can create a bigger problem in the long run. Rather than using liquid drain cleaners, Pride Plumbing always recommends using a licensed plumber to perform drain cleaning services, whether it is for a shower drain, a clogged sink or unclogging a toilet.

If a water pipe bursts in your home or the sump pump stops working, it’s always best to call a plumber for repair. But at Pride Plumbing of Rochester, we know there are easy DIY ways to clear clogged drains, fix leaky pipes, and perform other small repairs.