Red Rock Mechanical, LLC Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Plattsburgh’

Why Do My Drains Keep Clogging?

Monday, April 10th, 2023

Do you have persistent drain clogs in your home? Maybe it’s a single drain that you can’t quite get to clear out, or maybe you have problems with slow drains all over your home. Either way, you need an expert plumber in Plattsburgh, NY. There’s only so much you can do for persistent drain clogs if you can’t get to the root of the problem.

It is not uncommon to have a drain clog here and there, but if you have drains that keep clogging without a solution working for you, that’s a sign that something bigger is wrong. There are a variety of reasons for persistent drain clogs, and you can keep reading to learn more about them.

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What Are Those Sounds Coming From Your Furnace?

Monday, March 13th, 2023

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Is your furnace making unusual sounds? This can be very concerning as you reach the end of the winter season. You want to make sure that your furnace is in good condition before you turn it off in anticipation of summer. Allowing problems to fester between now and next winter is a bad idea because they can worsen.

Some of the biggest indications of furnace problems are unusual sounds. If you think that you need furnace service in Plattsburgh, NY, our team is here to help. In the meantime, you can keep reading to learn about sounds that you may hear coming from your furnace, and what they mean.

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The 50% Rule of Thumb for Heater Repairs

Monday, February 13th, 2023

Sometimes making a repair to your heater is a great idea because it can get you through another heating season. But, when repair expenses begin to add up too quickly, it may make more sense to install a new heater instead. The trick is knowing when it’s time to repair and when it’s time to replace.

Many heater experts follow a 50% repair or replacement rule, and you can follow it too.

You can also take other factors into consideration when making your decision. If you suspect that you need heating repair in Plattsburgh, NY, our team is here to help. We can offer a free assessment of your heater and discuss the problems that you’re having. Then we can offer solutions for both repair and replacement so that you can make an educated decision.

In the meantime, keep reading and learn more about when you should invest in repairs and when you should go ahead and replace your heater completely. 

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Our Guide to Safely Heating Your Home

Monday, November 21st, 2022

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During a rough, cold winter in Vermont and New York, what do you most want in your home? Heat, of course. But along with that heat, you also want safety. Modern heating systems are built with safety as a priority, so you don’t need to worry that you have a ticking time bomb in your basement just because you use a gas furnace. But since no heating system can work at 100% safety at all times, it’s essential to know several basic safety precautions to take before and during the winter. 

We’ve provided heater service in Plattsburgh, NY and throughout Northwest Vermont and Northeast New York for more than two decades, so we have the experience and knowledge to help you keep your heating system running safely. Here’s our guide to home heating safety featuring our top tips.

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How Plumbers Can Help Prevent Frozen and Burst Pipes

Monday, October 24th, 2022

ice-pattern-on-glassIn any region that get below-freezing temperatures during the winter—and that definitely includes where we live!—pipe freeze is a major plumbing concern. Not only do frozen pipes block water flow and bring part of the plumbing system to a halt, they create the serious threat of the pipes bursting, leading to more expensive repairs and potential water damage.

As a homeowner, you can take several steps to help stop pipe freeze: always keep your home heated to at least 55°F even when you’re away for an extended period; drain outside hoses and detach them from hose bibs for indoor storage; open up under-sink cabinets to allow for airflow around pipes; occasionally drip water from the faucets to relieve pressure and allow water movement. 

You don’t have to go it alone when protecting your pipes in the winter. A professional plumber in Plattsburgh, NY can deliver next-level help when it comes to prevention. If you’re concerned about a pipe-freeze problem this coming winter, here are ways our expert team can help.

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Can My Air Conditioner Rust?

Monday, July 18th, 2022

old-air-conditionerThe simple answer to the question is “yes.” An air conditioner contains numerous metal components, many of which can rust because of contact with water. 

There’s more to it, however. If you’re asking this question, it might be because you’ve noticed corrosion on your air conditioner and have concerns about whether this means the system needs air conditioning service Plattsburgh, NY. Or you may feel worried about the long-term service life of your air conditioner and want to know what you can do to prevent rust in the first place. 

We’ll look deeper into the issue of rust occurring in an AC below.

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Your Sink’s P-Trap and When It Can Become a Problem

Monday, June 6th, 2022

plumber-with-sink-p-trapLet’s talk about an important part of your sink, one that you probably didn’t even know the name of although you’ve seen it often. It’s the bent section of the drainpipe right below the drain, the one you can see when you open the below-sink cabinets. This pipe with the peculiar curve is known as a p-trap, and today you’re going to learn why it’s there and how it can develop problems.

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Why Your Kitchen Sink Is Leaking

Monday, May 23rd, 2022

leak-in-p-trap-pipeOne of the sights you don’t want to see when you open up the cupboard doors under the sink to fetch an item is water pooling beneath it. Something is leaking—and plumbing leaks of any kind are serious problems that need immediate solutions. 

But leaks aren’t always the easiest to diagnose. When you see that water under the kitchen sink, it can come from several problems. Some might be easy for you to remedy on your own, while others will require you to call our team for sink plumbing in Plattsburgh, NY to fix the problem. We’ll take a look at the most common sources of a kitchen sink leaking.

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The Big Advantages of Hiring a Professional Plumber

Monday, March 28th, 2022

plumber-working-below-sinkThere are a few simple plumbing tasks in your home that you can perform yourself, such as replacing aerators in faucets or cleaning them out when they collect too much silt, or putting in a new flapper in the toilet when the old one wears out. But you shouldn’t try to go any farther with DIY work on your plumbing—nothing that requires you get out the wrenches or more complex tools. 

Furthermore, you shouldn’t hire a non-professional to take care of plumbing jobs like repairs, replacements, and installations. The local “handyperson” isn’t the best path toward a good plumbing system! You want to call on a plumber in Plattsburgh, NY who has the appropriate training, equipment, experience, licensing, and certified Master Plumbers on staff. 

This list of advantages of going with a professional plumber will give you a good idea of why you only want to trust pros, no matter the service.

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The Safety Features of Your Gas Furnace

Monday, March 14th, 2022

natural-gas-furnace-burnersWe often remind customers who have natural gas furnaces that these systems aren’t “dangerous.” It’s true that gas furnaces can develop safety hazards, but this is also true of many different home appliances. With the right maintenance for your furnace, as well as calling for prompt furnace repair in Plattsburgh, NY whenever necessary, you can expect your gas furnace to safely serve you and your family for many years.

To help explain how your furnace operates safely, as well as how to tell when something may be wrong, we’re going to look at several key safety features built into gas furnaces.

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