Option One Plumbing Blog

At Option One, one of the most important plumbing services we provide is leak detection and repair. Leaky pipes or fixtures in a home are undesirable since they waste a tremendous amount of water and contribute to mold growth and structural damage. Because much of a house’s piping is hidden, detecting leaks can be tricky…

There are a number of things that you may be missing in your home. You may get away with leaving certain things out in other rooms of your home, but the bathroom is one of those rooms where you should take extra care.  Your bathroom is not the entertainment zone of the home, but it…

You noticed that your drains were emptying unusually slowly a few weeks ago. You waited long enough for this to turn into a full-fledged drain clog. The clog showed up at the worst possible time, and you are trying to fix your plumbing problem on your own. The only issue is that you are considering…

We have been accustomed to having hot water throughout the year that we often fail to notice how the difference in temperature affects our home plumbing. The reality is that your water heater works significantly harder to provide hot water in the winter.  Not only is the water coming into your system colder than usual,…

How do you know when you need to change your toilet flapper valve? The most common inexpensive sign is a weak flush in your toilet. The signs can be more expensive when you hear running water in your toilet due to frequent refills.   Common toilets have a diameter of 2”, but be sure to…

Foundation or slab leaks are leaks that occur in the concrete or hard rock slab that homes are built on. Detecting these leaks early could help you avoid significant costs for repairs. How can you tell if you may have a foundation leak?  Unexplained Spike in Water Bills Homes without foundation leaks usually receive an…

One of our favorite investments in our plumbing business is the hydro jetter. Hydro jetters are able to do the tough jobs that traditional drain cleaning methods simply cannot. That said, it’s not always the first choice for all drain clogs. And sometimes, you might think this method is unnecessary.   Is Hydro-Jetting Drains Really…

From cooking to bathing, plumbing plays an essential part in our lives. Avoiding costly mistakes can help in keeping our plumbing working properly and a properly working plumbing system ensures that our daily lives go on uninterrupted. Below are a few common plumbing mistakes to avoid: Avoiding Regular Plumbing Maintenances As mentioned above, making sure…