Winn Plumbing

We realize that it’s not always easy to troubleshoot what’s really going on with clogged toilet or backed sink. Rest assured that we’re always available to help you evaluate and correct all your plumbing problems.

When is the last time you replaced your water heater? While most water heaters can last up to 15 years, best quality is maintained when the heaters are replaced every 7 years.

Although there may not be a plumber around when you need one, from a business standpoint, plumbers are well represented across the country. Care to guess how many people in the U.S. earn a living from the plumbing industry? That would be 717,000.

The Industrial Age led to a greatly increased population in many cities, and with it an increased demand for plumbing. Fortunately, the new technology was up to the task with many new inventions. For example, the water tap was invented in 1845.

The inner-workings of your house’s plumbing are very complicated. Help protect the value of your home and allow our experts to properly execute your home improvement idea.

Ever counted the drips coming out of your leaky showerhead or sink faucet? Maybe you should: A faucet that drips at a rate of 10 drops a minute wastes enough water over the course of a year to run 60 dishwasher loads.

Corroded plumbing pipes need to be addressed right away, because, if they crack or begin to leak, they can lead to significant damage to your home. In addition, the corrosion can taint your tap water, potentially making it unsafe to consume.

If the tap water coming out of your faucet has a funny smell or is a strange color, then it’s time to call a professional right away. This is a good indication that there is corrosion in your pipes, and that you may need pipe replacement or even a complete repiping.

While a slow leak may not end up costing you all that much on your monthly water bill, the amount of wasted water can add up over time. If you want to ensure you’re conserving this precious resource, a plumber can help with the leak.

Did you know that as recently as 1950, 25 percent of American households, mostly rural, still lacked indoor toilets? In some Southern states, that number was even larger, topping 50 percent or more.

Since 1960, more than 28 billion feet or about 5.3 million miles of copper plumbing tube has been installed in U.S. buildings. That's equivalent to a coil wrapping around the Earth more than 200 times.

There is nothing wrong with having a do-it-yourself attitude when it comes to home repairs. That is, there’s nothing wrong with it until you flood your house. When it comes to the plumbing, let the professionals take care of the job.

Are you in charge of the maintenance of a high-rise building? Did you know that switching over to water-less urinals can save money – not just water usage, but maintenance costs because water-less urinals break down much less frequently than traditional urinals?

Could you imagine not being able to take a shower unless you were an athlete? That was actually the case in ancient Greece. The first showers were installed in Greek stadiums for competing athletes to wash off after performing for the large crowd.

If you think indoor waste disposal is a relatively new invention, guess again. Indoor toilet facilities have been around in one form or another for thousands of years. In fact, some of the first attempts at indoor waste plumbing can be traced back over 3,000 years.

Plumbing history: "In 1829, the Tremont Hotel of Boston became the first hotel to have indoor plumbing, and had eight water closets built by Isaiah Rogers," About.com writes. "Until 1840, indoor plumbing could be found only in the homes of the rich and the better hotels."

Did you know that sewage needs to run downhill, and therefore, all of your waste pipe must be graded? We will help ensure that all of your piping is properly installed so that you don’t experience any issues down the road.

Do you have a clogged dishwasher? You can try removing the drain port cover and threading a slim rod or auger down the drainpipe to clear whatever is trapped. However, a clogged pipe might be due to the drain solenoid malfunctioning. If this is the case, it’s best to call a professional.

How long has it been since you flushed your water heater? A dirty water heater can be hiding rust and silt buildup that may cause slow heating and early equipment failure. For the best results, many manufacturers recommend flushing equipment once every three years.

We tend to think about plumbers only worrying about liquids, but a plumber has to think about everything connected with the pipes. This includes making sure water and air pressure are balanced, and that there's proper venting in the system.

Water leaks can be a common occurrence in the average home. They can happen when a faucet washer deteriorates, when a toilet valve fails and when a pipe cracks. Care to guess how much of your water usage is probably squandered on leaks? According to the experts, that would be around 14 percent.

What is the cartridge in the drain of a water-less urinal? The cartridge draws the urine into the drain and also has a liquid sealant that is a barrier between the sewer lines and stops odors from backing up into the bathroom through the urinal.

The average person flushes the toilet 140,000 times in a lifetime. That's a lot of wear and tear on one of the most used moving parts in most toilets: the handle.

Always keep in mind the most common causes of clogged drains! These are disposable diapers, feminine hygiene products, disposable wet wipes, cooking oil, soap residue, and grease build up.

When there is a plumbing problem in your home, virtually every individual or family activity can be affected. We are experts with a history of handling virtually every type of plumbing repair and installation.

A solar water heater can't be used 365 days a year because of stormy weather and other issues. But with a traditional backup water heater, you'll always have hot water - and most of the time that hot water will be free.

Just because your garbage disposal spins around really fast doesn’t mean you should feed garbage into it that fast. Dropping everything in at once can easily clog the blades and cause a huge headache. To prevent this, always feed the disposal slowly and with the water running.

Because a tankless water heater doesn't have a tank that's large enough to hold 40 or 50 gallons of water, it is much smaller and can be installed in places where traditional units would not fit.

Care to guess where the first indoor toilet was developed? Although there have been many designs over the centuries, some experts believe the first toilet or "water closet," was developed in India over 4,000 years ago.

In the technology capitol of the world, Japan, some urinals have voice activated flushing mechanisms. Many urinals respond to several different voice commands, including “fire”. This is just one example of how plumbing technology is continuously changing.

Are you looking to save money on your next water bill? An easy way to do this is to purchase aerating and low-flow shower heads and faucets.

Essentially, the biggest reason a repiping of your home or building becomes necessary is directly related to the age of the plumbing system. The major causes of this are outdated materials and the development of corrosion over time.

Arguably the most famous scientist in human history, Albert Einstein had a pretty solid backup plan in our eyes. The nuclear physicist who penned the theory of relativity once said that, if he were to do everything over again, he would be a plumber, which earned him an honorary place in the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union.

Shortly after plumbing became common in the 1800s, people started to want hot water, and in the 1870s, the first water heaters were installed. These included circulation lines to hot water storage tanks, which provided pressure for the hot water.

Do you know who invented the first flush toilet back in the 16th century? If you guessed Sir John Harrington, you're right. He was also an author, but his biggest legacy is that he originated the flush.

"Once the bid has been accepted, the plumbing contractor assembles the tools and parts needed for the job," the website wiseGEEK writes. Some examples of these tools include pipe fitters and cutters, snakes, tube benders, and wrenches.

One of the great advancements of plumbing is the shower, and is often thought of as a great modern convenience. The origins are actually far from modern. Stadiums of Ancient Greece in 300 BC were equipped with showers for athletes.

When we get hired to do a job, we do everything we can to make sure the job gets done right. We’ll even throw the kitchen sink at it, unless it’s the kitchen sink that we’re fixing. Call us today for any questions you may have about your plumbing.

We are familiar with the latest in technology if you are interested in upgrades that could increase energy efficiency. For example, we can explain the benefits of solar water heaters.

Did you know that you could have all the hot water your family needs available at the turn of a faucet regardless of time of day? If your family is always running out of hot water, it may be time to consider installing a tankless water heater.