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» An All Hours – 24 Plumber Explains Greywater Systems

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012

Greywater recycling is receiving more and more attention as a green plumbing solution. AAA AUGER all hours – 24 plumber is here to shed light on this gray area. Greywater gets it’s name from it’s grayish tint and it’s classification between white and black water categories. White water is potable, drinkable water. Gray water comes from baths, showers, hand basins and washing machines. Black water is for sewage purposes.

Greywater is recyclable and reusable and can be recycled and treated directly within the home. It can be used for gardening, toilets and a variety of other uses. This water may be processed and stored for a short time, or used immediately. It may be used for flushing toilets, washing, gardening and irrigation.

Grey water may be filtered through sand, lava or UV radiation for near potable uses. Other processes like distillation and reverse osmosis are capable of converting greywater to potable drinking water, however these processes are only used in large scales.

Greywater systems can be a sustainable way to reuse water and can be coupled with other green solutions like water harvesting.

This is how the greywater system works: waste water flows from sinks and showers and then drains into a straining tank where grease, dirt and other sediments are filtered out. The water is then stored in a tank for immediate or future use.

With energy prices constantly raising and resources dwindling, green solutions are becoming more popular. Greywater recycling holds many benefits:

• Ecologically sustainable

• Reduces fresh water use

• Reduces strain on septic tanks and treatment plants

• Promotes plant growth

• Lowers fresh water extraction from rivers and aquifers

• Lessens the impact of septic tank and treatment plant pollution

• Promotes topsoil nitrification

• Reduces energy use and chemical pollution from treatment plants

• Energy savings

If you would like more information on greywater recycling, feel free to contact AAA AUGER all hours – 24 plumber at any time.

Would you consider using green plumbing in your home?

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» Green Technologies From AAA AUGER Plumbers Austin, Tx.

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012

AAA AUGER plumbers Austin, Tx. are always looking to keep up with the latest advances in the plumbing world. Green, environmentally friendly and energy conserving, technologies are becoming more popular these days. One such technology is the solar hot water heater. It’s an ingenious way to heat water for household use.

The device is mounted on a roof, positioned under direct sunlight and, as a result, either directly or indirectly heats water for home use. The two types of solar hot water heaters are the open loop (the water is directly heated) and the closed loop system (a heat-transfer fluid passes heat to water).

Some benefits that come from using a solar water heater are:

• A lighter carbon footprint

• A decrease in the amount of greenhouse gasses your home produces

• Displacement of other fuels like natural gas and fossil fuels

• Free hot water

Some drawbacks of using a solar water heater are:

• The savings might not negate the expense of installing a new system

• Only 40% of all U.S. homes have sufficient access to sunlight to use a solar water heater

• Local laws may restrict construction additions like solar water heaters

Before investing in a new energy saving system be sure to weigh your options very carefully. Installing a new system may end up costing more than the energy savings it will produce.

It is more cost effective to make your home more energy efficient before installing a new system. Remember, using less water and energy is the first step to saving money.

Check to make sure that your system has no leaks and that all of your appliances work properly. Contact AAA AUGER plumbers Austin, Tx. to check your plumbing system for any inefficiencies.

What do you and your family do to conserve water?

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» AAA AUGER Austin, Texas is Coping with Tornado Destruction

Thursday, January 26th, 2012

Yesterday morning around 3:00 am, a tornado touched down in Austin, TX. Sadly, the building next to our AAA AUGER office was in the direct path of destruction, collapsing it. The storm wreaked havoc on some of our property as well, causing a lot of steel damage. Fortunately, nobody was hurt but, the trees weren’t as fortunate.

We hope no one sustained any injuries due to the storm. Those affected are in our thoughts and we wish everyone luck with all of their clean-up and recovery.

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» Be your Home’s Own Plumber 24 Hours a Day – Part 2

Thursday, January 12th, 2012

We know that everyone loves to save money, especially on their monthly bills so we’ve put together a few ideas to help you conserve water and, in-turn, reduce your water bill each month! Each household member can participate and be their own plumber 24 hours a day:

• Turn the water off each time you brush your teeth.
• Only do full loads in the washing machine and dishwasher.
• Take a shower instead of a bath.
• Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator for drinking instead of running the tap.
• Install a flow restrictor in the shower.
• Limit showers to five minutes.
• When washing dishes by hand, don’t let the tap run freely to rinse. Fill the second side of the sink with rinse water.

We hope these tips will be useful in reducing your monthly water bill. Always remember that we are available to help you with any of your plumbing problems. Feel free to contact a AAA AUGER plumber 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, even on holidays.

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» Be your Home’s Own Plumber 24 Hours a Day – Part 1

Thursday, January 12th, 2012

At AAA AUGER we are available to help you with any plumbing problem you might encounter, day or night. While we are always here for you, we’ve put together a few tips to help you maintain the overall health of your plumbing system. Follow these tips and be your home’s own plumber 24 hours a day.

Here are a few household plumbing tips:

• Use ice to clean and polish your garbage disposal.
• Pour vinegar down the overflow pipe to remove stinky build-up in your toilet.
• Soap can corrode sink fixtures so wipe off your sink faucets after you use them.
• Don’t use liquid drain cleaners because they can damage pipes.
• Never put fat grease or cooking oils down the drain.
• Wrap a pipe with insulation to stop rattling.

We hope these tips will be useful in limiting the wear and tear on your plumbing system. Stay tuned for part 2 of our tip series to find out ways to save on your water bill.

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» Need a Plumber Austin, Texas?

Friday, January 6th, 2012

AAA AUGER is the plumber Austin, Texas residents call for drain cleaning, water heaters, leak detection, water safety and sewer problems. AAA AUGER has brought quality service to Texas for decades and is available 24 hours a day, on nights, weekends, and even holidays.

What causes sewer problems?

Sewer problems are a result of a blockage or breakage in the sewer line. It is important to note that from time to time sewer lines must be cleaned, repaired or even replaced. Blockages that consist of oils, fats, sand, hair and roots can build-up for years and cease the flow of water. A sewer auger is the tool most often used to scrape out the materials blocking the pipe. The auger houses a cable that is fed into the sewer, and with the help of cutter blades, works to clean out blockages located on the interior wall of the sewer pipe.

Roots can be the cause of sewer problems as well. Roots can grow into sewer lines and wreak havoc on everything they touch. A sewer auger can usually bore out all root material. If roots have grown through the sewer line walls a larger problem may exist. Roots can penetrate sewer lines depending on the quality of the material the lines are made of. Here is a list of materials that sewer lines are made of, as well as some of the problems that may accompany them.

• Clay Tile Pipe
• Cast Iron Pipe
• Bituminized Fiber Pipe (Orangeburg)
• Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe DWV (PVC)

While a sewer auger can take care of most sewer problems sometimes more drastic measures must be taken. These extreme measure include plumbing techniques such as:

• Sewer and Drain Cleaning
• Video Inspection
• Water Jetting
• Sewer Line Repair or Replacement
• Sewer Leak Testing
• Boring
• Building Drain Repair

AAA AUGER is the plumber Austin, Texas residents are looking for. We never charge to come out on service calls no matter when we’re called. Call us anytime, 24 hours a day and we’ll be ready to help you with your plumbing needs!

Is there a sewer problem we can help you with today?

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» The San Antonio Plumbing Service That Knows How to Conquer A Clogged Pipe

Friday, January 6th, 2012

In order for your plumbing lines to work efficiently, you might want to consider having your drain cleaned regularly. Annual cleaning prevents stoppages and back-ups. In some cases, a back-up can sneak into the drains in your home or business, and and create a dreadful mess. AAA AUGER has nearly 50 years of experience with battling clogs and we even like to think of ourselves as the clog-clearing experts. We keep our vans fully stocked with everything from auger machines to water jetters to make sure that we are able handle any size clog, anytime.

Why Is Drain Cleaning Needed?

Unfortunately, all plumbing systems develop clogs. Materials build-up within the pipe walls and must be removed. With proper maintenance from an experienced professional, these clogs can be cleared to avoid an expensive plumbing repair, not to mention a homeowner’s headache.

Your toilet isn’t the only thing that gets clogged. Floor drains that carry away wastewater from air conditioners, washing machines and water heaters can collect large amounts of lint, soap scum, sand and slimy bacteria. This debris can crystallize inside the pipes and form a hard barrier that only a high powered machine can muscle through.

On top of everything else, sometimes these clogs can be caused by Mother Nature. Roots can invade the pipes of your plumbing system and lead to the need for expensive repairs. AAA AUGER San Antonio Plumbing Service recommends an annual cleaning of the plumbing line to keep any roots from invading your pipes and ruining your plumbing system.

Why Use AAA AUGER San Antonio Plumbing Service?

Don’t take a chance with a rookie plumber! Inexperienced plumbers can damage drain lines when attempting to clean them. Powerful equipment is used when removing hardened materials from inside drains and an inexperienced plumber may cause damage that could lead to an enormous and expensive repair. AAA AUGER San Antonio Plumbing Service has encountered every clog known to man. We are ready for any clog that comes our way and our vans always carry an arsenal of plumbing tools to tackle any job we may come across.

AAA AUGER San Antonio Plumbing Service has been in business since 1969 and has earned a reputation of delivering the highest standard of service and quality possible to our customers.

Give us a call if you have a clogged pipe or even a plumbing question. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on nights, weekends and holidays too! We know that plumbing problems may get expensive, so don’t worry, we never charge for service calls.

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» 24 Hours Plumbing with a Smile

Friday, January 6th, 2012

At AAA AUGER we put the needs of our customers first and foremost. So much so that we have developed a Customer Service Creed that we closely adhere to. We truly believe that 24 hours plumbing is our calling.

The plumbers here at AAA AUGER are licensed, bonded and insured technicians that have fulfilled all of the state requirements and remain in good standing with the state. We are always thirsty for knowledge so we take continuing education classes to keep up to date with all the new techniques of our trade to keep us ahead of the curve in the 24 hours plumbing field.

We are also proud to say that all of our plumbers have undergone an extensive training course in 24 hours plumbing. They have also been thoroughly screened, including background checks .

We understand that appearance is important when performing 24 hours plumbing services in a customer’s home or business, so all of our technicians arrive in a clean uniform and conduct themselves in a professional manner. We love our customers and treat them with the utmost respect.

Don’t just take our word for it, see for yourself what people think about our business ethics. Read what one of our customers is saying about us.

AAA AUGER provides a 24 hours plumbing service 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, including nights, weekends and holidays. Here at AAA AUGER, we never charges to come out on service calls and we always get all charges approved before a job is started. It is our promise to you, the customer, that there are never any hidden fees.

We always like to hear comments from our customers so please let us know how we’re doing!

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» The ABCs of Emergency Plumbing Dallas, Texas Part 2

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

Ready for more frequently used plumbing words? Here are the key terms from the second half of the alphabet that are most commonly used in the plumbing world

M
• Make plumbing one less thing you have to stress about by allowing us to do the job for you.

N
• No extra charge for weekend, night, or holiday visits!

O
• Orangeburg Pipe: Another name for the Bituminized Fiber Pipe.

P
• Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe (PVC): PVC pipe is the most widely used material for sewer lines, mainly because it is lightweight and very easy to use.
• Potable: Potable water is water that is safe for human consumption.
• Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV): This device should be installed whenever pressures are over 80 psi. This valve works to insure that water pressure stays at a safe limit.

Q
• Quarter Turn Stop: A quarter turn is all that is required to shut off the water with a ball valve stop.

R
• Reduced Pressure Zone Valve (RPZ Valve): These are most commonly used in fountain drink machines and function as a backflow preventer.

S
• Sewer Clean Out: Routine sewer clean out is key in preventing the need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas.
• Sump Pump: Used most commonly in lift stations to pump water, sewage or waste water from the sump to a higher elevation.

T
• Temperature & Pressure Valve (T & P): The T & P is the primary safety apparatus in water heaters. They are designed to release built up pressure to prevent water heater explosions which would most certainly lead to a need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas.
• Thermal Expansion: When heated to a higher temperature, water expands which in turn increases the water’s volume. Thermal expansion leads to increased water pressure and is one of the most common causes of emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas.

U
• Underneath sinks can easily get cluttered so make sure that nothing is putting pressure on the exposed pipes.

V
• Vacuum Breaker: Vacuum breakers come in multiple shapes and sizes and are most commonly seen on outdoor faucets. Simply put, they ensure that water cannot flow backward into the system.
• Video Inspection: When faced with problems that call for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas, AAA AUGER uses state of the art video inspection equipment to locate and pinpoint the cause of the emergency.

W
• Water Closet: The technical, plumbing term for a toilet.
• Water Pressure: Water pressure can be created artificially with pumps.
• Water Jetting: A technique used to deep clean sewer and drain lines.
X
• eXtraordinary things will happen when you call AAA AUGER.

Y
• You don’t need to panic when disaster strikes. If there is a need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas, we will be there to help you every step of the way.

Z
• amaZing pricing is guaranteed. We believe in meeting your plumbing needs, not draining your bank account.

Here at AAA AUGER, we’re your go to problem solvers for any and all emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas. Day or night, we’ve go you covered. As for service charges, don’t worry- there’s no fee for coming out. Call us today because we’re the plumbers you can trust!

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» The ABCs of Emergency Plumbing Dallas, Texas Part 1

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

In case you want to brush up on your plumbing knowledge, we’ve made things a little easier for you. Here’s a list of commonly used plumbing terms:

• Auger Machine: The most common tool used to alleviate drainage problems in sewer and drain lines.

• Back Water Valve: This is the main plumbing component used in sanitary sewer applications.
• Backflow Preventer: This is a safety device that works to keep water from flowing opposite its’ intended flow.
• Backflow Preventer Testing: It is recommended that backflow preventer testing be performed annually. This tool is especially helpful in preventing the need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas.
• Ball Valve: This valve helps control the flow of air, gas, water, and other fluids.
• Bituminized Fiber Pipe: This pipe was popular in the 1800′s and is no longer used due to its’ lightweight construction.
• Building Drain: As the main drain tied to the sewage line, the building drain is responsible for connecting all other drains.

• Carbon Filtration: This filtration process allows for clean and filtered water.
• Cast Iron Pipe: The number one material used for piping, especially in sewer lines.
• Clay Tile Pipe: Replacement of clay tile pipes is recommended to prevent the need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas. If replacement is not an option, routine maintenance is strongly advised.
• Closet Auger: This device is used to remedy toilet bowl clogs (similar to Auger Machine).
• Corrosion Erosion: A term used to describe the internal erosion of plumbing pipes.
• Cross Contamination: This occurs when any hazardous liquid comes in contact with a fresh water supply. This is a major concern for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas.
• Cutter Blade: Commonly used at the end of sewer cable to cut out roots within the sewage line.

• Dissimilar Metal Corrosion: Also known as electrolysis. A condition that occurs when different metals are joined and come in contact with an electrolyte such as water.
• DWV: An abbreviation for drain, waste, and vent applications.

• Electrolysis: Also known as dissimilar metal corrosion.
• Expansion Tank: This tank functions as an overflow pool by collecting any extra water.

• Faucets: The common name given to the location where the flow of water can be controlled.

• Garbage Disposal: While garbage disposals can often create the need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas, they are a common household amenity and prove helpful in waste disposal.
• Gate Valve: This valve’s main function is to control water flow.

• Hot Water Heaters: This is the unit that is responsible for heating the water that flows through your home or office. If you have a need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas due to water heater complications, we’re here for you.

• Irving is one of the many cities that we service here at AAA AUGER.

• Just in case you are worried about the unexpected need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas, keep our information close at hand. We are here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Keeping your plumbing up to date is very important. We cannot stress enough the importance of routine maintenance.

• Lift Station: Comprised of pumps, valves and metering equipment, the lift station is designed to move water and/or waste water from a low elevation to a high elevation.

Stay tuned for The ABCs of Emergency Plumbing Dallas, Texas Part 2. We’ve still got plenty of terms to cover for you. Did any of these terms stand out to you? Maybe there is one from the list that you haven’t heard of before.

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News & Events

» An All Hours – 24 Plumber Explains Greywater Systems

» Green Technologies From AAA AUGER Plumbers Austin, Tx.

» AAA AUGER Austin, Texas is Coping with Tornado Destruction

» Be your Home’s Own Plumber 24 Hours a Day – Part 2

» Be your Home’s Own Plumber 24 Hours a Day – Part 1

» Need a Plumber Austin, Texas?

» The San Antonio Plumbing Service That Knows How to Conquer A Clogged Pipe

» 24 Hours Plumbing with a Smile

» The ABCs of Emergency Plumbing Dallas, Texas Part 2

» The ABCs of Emergency Plumbing Dallas, Texas Part 1

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