The Sanders Pipeline Blog
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A dryer vent needs to be cleaned regularly for two reasons. One reason is that a dirty dryer vent can cause a fire. The second reason is to increased efficiency. Trapped lint inside dryer vent hoses is very flammable. This lint is a major fire hazard and can cause devastation to a family’s home. For this reason, the dryer vent should be cleaned out regularly. It is suggested to have the dryer vent cleaned about 1 to 2 times a year.
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]]>Here it is, plumbing time once again thrust on you as you reluctantly head to the phone to call up your trusted plumbing service, Sanders Home Services. Ever thought what actually caused the malfunctioning of your tap?
So what can you do if you need a durable bath area? Here is what you can do to avoid plumbing issues. Living in your home will be both a pleasurable and hassle-free experience if a certain ethics are maintained in the handling of all the furniture and gadgets in the house. The same holds good for the bathroom area too.
In order to avoid small leakages in the pipelines and malfunctioning of the taps one needs to keep control on the temperature fluctuations of the water in the pipelines. Also careful handling of the equipment is required in order to ensure a longer life. Proper flushing techniques and periodic cleaning of the drainage system must be adopted in order to have lesser clogging problems.
In spite of these measures there might be a few incidences of blockages or pipeline damage. These occur mainly underground as there are many reasons that are not under human control that can lead to pipeline damage. One main reason is the chemical composition of the sewage that runs through the pipelines. These react with the material of the pipelines and cause damage to the pipeline. Often this complicates the sewer cleaning process if it is undertaken after a long gap of time.
In order to avoid this, it is essential to use pipelines that have protective coatings against such possible chemical reactions at the time of construction. In case this has been missed out, it is always possible to replace older pipelines with new better ones using trenchless technology during sewer cleaning process.
Natural causes of pipeline damage are the temperature fluctuations that occur in the soil surrounding the pipeline. Therefore, regular check ups in the pipeline system ad sewer cleaning must be undertaken in order to avoid sudden incidents of blockage or pipeline blockage or leakage or bursting.
Call Sanders Home Services Today, or Schedule Service Online if you’ve been having pipe trouble and need a trusted plumber!
]]>Advantages Air Conditioner Service
A timely check-up of an air conditioner not only increases the comfort of the room by cooling the air and removing humidity, it also saves a lot on utility bills. Air conditioners often develop technical snags with the rising heat of summer when they are overworked. It is advisable to get your air conditioner serviced by Sanders Home Services before the sweltering heat of summer takes over.
What Does Regular AC Maintenance Service Cover?
An annual air conditioner check-up ensures that the equipment works with peak efficiency, with fewer breakdowns, therefore reducing the need for costly repairs. Often, the savings on utility bills will help pay for the cost of an AC check-up
After every check-up, an air conditioner will be rejuvenated to function better and keep the air not only cool, but also free from dust and bacteria.
Some Essential Tips for Avoiding Air Conditioner Repair
A small investment in a Sanders Home Services AC check-up will keep you comfortable in your home, extend the life of your air conditioning unit and help you save money on energy costs.
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Voorhees, NJ
We will have an array of equipment and service professionals offering you heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical tips and tricks.
March 9th: 1pm – 8pm
March 10th: 11am – 8pm
March 11th: 11am – 5pm
We will be at booths 16 and 17!
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3rd Annual South Jersey Home Show
A damaged appliance or wiring can pose a serious problem; isolated black out is common and your business or daily task would be affected. Even worse is that you are at risk of electrical shock and or fire. The best thing to do is to seek for an electrical repair immediately.
Though these events part of the theory we can definitely bypass it. A Routine check with a qualified electrician is all that you need. Some minor damages can be handled by a normal citizen; however you are taking the risk in doing so. It is better to seek a professional service when dealing with these problems many emergency electricians are out there who are willing to service your needs instantly.
Have a routine check – Annually visits of a professional electrician is a must. You must ensure that all the wiring and appliances that you are using are in their best condition. However, some instances are an exception and require special attention, after a storm, earthquake or any other acts of god or incident that might cause any damage.
Watch your appliances – When installing new appliances in your home make sure that the power requirements is within what your home regulator can supply. Make sure you check the manual or refer to a professional as necessary.
Prevent leaks – Make sure you have your roof secured especially on a rainy season. If water slips through any of your wiring, it can and it will pose a potential danger.
Use every electrical device with caution – always refer to the user’s manual and use every device with caution. Study shows that hair dryers are the most common cause of electrocution. Never touch any wires or electrical devices when your hands are wet.
Never use extension cords for high consumes – High ampere appliances like refrigerators, air conditioners and microwaves should be plugged directly a wall socket. High amounts of electric current can cause extension cords to overheat and melt causing fire.
Turn off everything – When not use better turn off all appliances, not only that you are saving electricity but you are also protection your home and family. 70 percent of fires occur during the night when no one is attending to the appliances.
Our homes are investments and we want to protect it from any possible damage. Following these tips will minimize risks of fire and electrical related incident and more importantly while doing so you are protecting your family.
]]>Every winter, your plumbing takes a beating. The main winter plumbing problem is frozen pipes. When pipes freeze and burst, it causes a terrible mess that can be quite costly. In addition to damage to your pipes, you may also have water damage to your home and this can cause further problems.
The best way to solve the problem is to prevent it from happening in the first place. If you can do this, you’ll save lots of money on repairs to your home. Here are a few winter prevention tips to keep your pipes healthy and flowing right.
-Leave The Heat On
Keep your home warm throughout the winter and you won’t have pipes freezing and bursting inside. Of course, this raises another problem – what about your electricity bill? You don’t have to keep your home in high temperatures; just make sure that the temperature inside doesn’t get too cold. You should also take measures to ensure that your windows and doors are properly sealed. Cold air from outside is another major culprit in freezing pipes.
-Let Them Drip
Make sure that you turn on every faucet occasionally and let it drip for a while. You don’t have to waste too much water; just a little is fine. Faucets and fixtures that you don’t use too often are the most dangerous. These are the areas where pipes are the most likely to freeze. When you let them drip, this keeps water flowing through them and prevents freezing.
-Wrap Them Up
If you have pipes that are exposed outside or pipes that are in crawlspaces, attics and other areas that are exposed to the winter cold, make sure that they’re properly insulated. Wrap them up in foam insulation to keep them warm or else you’ll definitely have some burst pipes on your hands. The ones that are exposed to the cold air are especially vulnerable.
-Hot Water Heater Maintenance
Before the cold weather sets in, do a little hot water heater maintenance. Look for sediment build-ups around the heater and remove them. Your hot water heater has to work extra hard during the winter months, and this added strain can cause it to malfunction if it’s not properly maintained. It’ll work more efficiently and also last much longer.
It’s not a bad idea to call the plumber for a little plumbing inspection before the winter months set in. They can inspect everything and make sure that you don’t have any trouble spots. This costs money, of course, but the cost of having your home’s plumbing inspected can save you seriously on repair costs if something goes wrong. It’s an investment in keeping your pipes healthy and happy.
]]>While keeping off every light in the house may help for a while, there are more logical steps that can be taken to fight back against heating costs that are too high in a home. Conservation efforts at home can go a long way toward keeping bills lower.
Whether it’s winter or summer, a thermostat should stay in the range of 68 to 70 degrees with money saving variations on either end depending on conditions. For heating, every degree above 70 increases costs by as much at 10 percent. Considering the costs of heating, that’s a whole lot of money.
Make sure filters in heating and cooling machinery are cleaned and changed on a monthly basis. Dirty filters have been known to hike electric costs by as much as 20 percent. That’s a lot of cash thrown out the window. They can also damage equipment, which will cost you even more in the long run.
Inspect systems and ductwork on a yearly basis. Sometimes ducts can spring leaks, which cause major drains on the wallet. These inspections can also tell you if your system operates as it should and as safely as it should.
Make sure fireplace dampers are closed when not in use. A chimney can suck a lot of air out of home and cause some serious drains on the heating or cooling system.
Ceiling fans can help circulate both warm and cool air. Remember though, they typically are best used when you’re in the room, too.
Make sure windows and doors are properly sealed. This means caulking, sealing and weather stripping.
Storm windows can also help keep leaks from draining the bill.
Close up crawl spaces in the winter.
In the winter, if you plan to be away on vacation, set your thermostat to the lowest setting, but don’t turn it off.
Keeping heating costs at an affordable rate may be difficult due to circumstances beyond our control, but homeowners can take steps to reduce their use of energy and at least keep their bills in check.
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