Fulmer Heating & Cooling Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Common Holiday Plumbing Problems—Prep Your Home

Monday, November 18th, 2024
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Happy Holidays! ‘Tis the season of houseguests and hearty meals, extra showers, extra toilet flushes, extra dishes to wash and extra food down the disposal. It might be a lot of fun for you, but it’s a lot of extra work for your home’s plumbing system. There are some plumbing problems that come up really frequently this time of year. Can you avoid them? Will you need repairs? Let’s find out.

Picture of a plumber working on a sink. The text reads, stress-free holidays start with plumbing prep. Let us lend a hand. Sav on repairs-call today!

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Choose the Best Contractor for New Construction Plumbing

Monday, October 14th, 2024
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When you’re building a new home, you want to envision it lasting forever. The median age of a home in South Carolina isn’t exactly forever—it’s actually 32 years at this point—but even three decades looks like a pretty long time when you’re planning a brand-new house. The way to make sure it will still be in beautiful condition in 32 years is to hire the very best contractors for all the jobs you need done during construction. 

This is perhaps particularly true when it comes to plumbing. Mistakes, cut corners, or generally shoddy work in new construction plumbing can make for problems that cause damage to other parts of the home. How can you choose the best possible contractor for your new construction plumbing? We’ve got some tips that will help you make the right decision.

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Why Hire Us for New Construction Plumbing Projects

Monday, April 15th, 2024
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Hiring a plumber for a new construction plumbing project is crucial in ensuring the functionality and efficiency of your building’s plumbing system. Whether you’re constructing a new home or commercial building or renovating an existing structure, finding the right plumber can make a significant difference in the quality of your plumbing installation. Here are some key points when hiring a plumber for new construction plumbing in Columbia, SC.

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What Is Video Pipe Inspection for Plumbing Systems?

Monday, March 18th, 2024
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Video pipe inspections are an often overlooked yet immensely valuable tool for diagnosing plumbing problems. This innovative technology allows homeowners to examine the hidden areas of their plumbing system and address a wide range of issues. Let’s explore how a video pipe inspection in Columbia, SC, is vital to protecting your home’s plumbing infrastructure. 

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5 Signs Your Home Might Have a Slab Leak

Monday, March 4th, 2024
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Your home is your sanctuary, and any unexpected issue can disrupt the peace it provides. One such hidden menace is a slab leak, where water pipes beneath the foundation start leaking. Fulmer Heating & Cooling understands the importance of early slab leak detection and resolution. This blog will explore the several of the signs of a slab leak to help you stay ahead of major problems.

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3 Signs Your Main Water Line Needs Help

Monday, January 22nd, 2024
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Did you know that one of the most important parts of your residential plumbing system lies outside of your house? We’re talking about your home’s main water line. This pipe is responsible for bringing fresh water into your home from the municipal system. 

This pipe is buried within your property and doesn’t get any attention until it springs a leak or breaks. Issues can occur when the pipe material degrades due to age. Pipes from before the 1980s were often made from clay or galvanized steel which will decay over time. 

Modern water lines are made from sturdier materials which are resistant to the corrosion that plagues older piping materials. If your main water line is old or incurs damage for some reason, you should be aware of these three signs that you may need water line repair to fix the main water line to your house.

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5 Signs of Water Leaks in Your Home

Monday, December 11th, 2023
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Water leak detection is a service that few people know about until they’ve discovered a water leak in their home. This is a preventative service that professional plumbers like us offer to homeowners. Using special equipment such as sonic listening equipment, to methods such as thermal imaging, we can detect leaks in your home that haven’t left a visible mark anywhere. 

So how do you know if you need water leak detection services? Although leaks can be tricky to discover, there are some signs that you can be on the lookout for. From the sound of running water that can’t be pinpointed, to a sharp increase in your water bills, here are five signs that you may have a water leak somewhere in your home.

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What’s a Sump Pump & Does My Home Need One?

Monday, November 27th, 2023
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South Carolina is no stranger to torrential rain and flooding. And yet, many homeowners don’t know about our sump pump services in Prosperity, SC. If your home is prone to flooding or you just want to keep your basement dry and free of the ill effects of a slab leak or high humidity, a sump pump can be very beneficial.

Let’s look at what exactly a sump pump entails and the many ways it can benefit your home. Always rely on a true professional when it comes to sump pump installation. We possess a unique set of skills and true expertise when it comes to installations and repairs.

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Fulmer Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Featured on American Plumbers TV Show!

Tuesday, September 19th, 2023

The team here at Fulmer was thrilled to participate in an episode of the American Plumber TV series! Created by Pfister® Faucets, this show features the stories of plumbers who have followed their dreams and sometimes taken the road less traveled along the way. You can check out the episode by clicking this link. 

Highlighting plumbers and plumbing companies from around the US, these stories have inspired, educated, and entertained those who want to follow their own path to success as a plumber, whether as an owner or employee. 

We were so excited to have our company featured in episode 4 of season 1. With a theme of “Young Guns,” this episode highlights the “solution-based approach” to becoming a plumber with an emphasis on recruiting and retaining the next generation of plumbers. 

Watch the episode and learn about our efforts and involvement in training the next (younger) generation of plumbers in order to grow our business. You just might see a face you recognize as someone who’s performed plumbing services in your home!

Contact Fulmer Heating & Cooling today to learn more about our company and our plumbing services in Columbia, SC!

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How Do I Know If I Need Slab Leak Detection?

Monday, August 7th, 2023

There are certain phrases that can send a chill through the spines of homeowners. Termite infestation, mold remediation, water damage, and foundation problems are all highly problematic and potentially expensive things to fix. 

Another phrase no homeowner wants to hear is “slab leak.” That’s because slab leaks are not only difficult to pinpoint and diagnose, but they can also cause extensive damage when they’re not discovered promptly.

In this post, we’ll focus on the signs of a slab leak that every homeowner should be aware of. That way, you can call us for slab leak detection in Pomaria, SC at the first signs of trouble.

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