Hearing noises coming from any of your household plumbing or heating equipment is never a great sign. But noises coming from your water heater tank do not always indicate an emergency. Sometimes noises are a sign that your water heater needs a basic repair. If your water heater tank is making noises and you’re concerned, call Plumbing By Jake at … Read More

When the weather dips below freezing and the wind chills push the temperatures even lower, frozen pipes can become a big problem. Proper sealing and insulation, adequate temperatures, and frequent use are all things you can ensure to keep your pipes from freezing during frigid temperatures. If you have frozen pipes and need immediate assistance, call Plumbing By Jake at … Read More

A water heater is a workhorse and we don’t usually think about it until something goes wrong. One of the first signs of trouble is often that your water, or the water heater itself, has a bad odor. But what causes it? If your water smells like rotten eggs, it could be a problem with the well system or it … Read More

You may have noticed your kitchen faucet leaking from the base of the spout. While annoying, this is nothing to panic about. Most times, it’s just a small amount of water leaking out, but it can be annoying, and should be fixed. The good news is, it’s a pretty simple fix. . But first, we need to explain why the … Read More

A dripping faucet is not only annoying — it’s a waste of a precious resource. Did you know that a constantly dripping faucet can waste up to 3 gallons of water a day? That’s nearly 90 gallons a month. Yikes! Here in Mohave County, most of us do all we can to conserve water, not waste it. So, whether it’s … Read More

Are you or your kids in standing water when you take a shower in the tub/shower combination? Is it taking longer and longer for a sink to drain? It can be aggravating, we know. Over time, soap scum, grease, and hair can build up in your drain pipes, leading to a slow drain or a full-on clogged drain. The good … Read More