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Practical advice from FlowRight's licensed plumbers to help Phoenix homeowners protect their plumbing and save money.

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Featured Emergency Tips

WHAT TO DO IN THE FIRST 10 MINUTES OF A PLUMBING EMERGENCY

A burst pipe or major leak can cause thousands of dollars in water damage if not handled immediately. Our master plumber Marcus Rodriguez walks you through the exact steps to take before help arrives — from finding your main shutoff to protecting your floors and walls.

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Marcus Rodriguez
Master Plumber · May 15, 2024 · 6 min read
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Water heater maintenance
Water Heaters

TANK VS. TANKLESS: WHICH WATER HEATER IS RIGHT FOR YOUR PHOENIX HOME?

With Phoenix's hard water and high energy costs, choosing the right water heater makes a real difference in your utility bills. We break down upfront costs, lifespan, efficiency, and which situations call for each option.

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Tyler Johnson · Apr 28, 2024 · 8 min read
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Drain cleaning tips
Drain Care

5 THINGS YOU SHOULD NEVER PUT DOWN A DRAIN (AND WHY)

Over 40% of the drain calls FlowRight responds to in Phoenix are caused by preventable clogs. Sandra Patel shares the five most common drain-killers she pulls out of pipes every week — including one that surprises almost every homeowner.

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Sandra Patel · Apr 10, 2024 · 5 min read
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Old corroded pipes
Repiping

7 WARNING SIGNS YOUR PHOENIX HOME NEEDS A REPIPE NOW

Galvanized pipes from the 1970s–90s are a ticking clock in thousands of Phoenix homes. Ignoring the warning signs leads to water damage, health risks, and emergency costs that dwarf the price of proactive repiping. Here's what to watch for.

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Marcus Rodriguez · Mar 22, 2024 · 7 min read
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Commercial plumbing
Commercial

HOW PHOENIX RESTAURANTS CAN AVOID COSTLY PLUMBING SHUTDOWNS

A single grease trap overflow or failed water heater can close a restaurant for days. Derek Williams shares the quarterly maintenance schedule he recommends for every commercial kitchen in the Valley to avoid Health Department violations and emergency repair costs.

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Derek Williams · Mar 5, 2024 · 6 min read
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Faucet upgrade
Fixtures

THE $300 BATHROOM UPGRADE THAT ADDS $2,000 TO YOUR HOME VALUE

Replacing dated faucets, a running toilet, and a dripping showerhead costs less than you think — and makes an outsized impact when you sell. Sandra breaks down the fixtures worth upgrading and the exact installation costs.

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Sandra Patel · Feb 18, 2024 · 4 min read
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Pipe repair
Water Savings

HOW A SINGLE HIDDEN LEAK CAN ADD $600/YEAR TO YOUR WATER BILL

Phoenix water rates are rising. A quarter-inch crack in a supply line, a running toilet flapper, or a dripping hose bib wastes hundreds of gallons daily. Tyler shows you how to detect hidden leaks yourself using your water meter — no special tools needed.

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Tyler Johnson · Feb 2, 2024 · 5 min read
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