Texas Quality Plumbing

Texas Quality Plumbing is family-owned and operated right here in Houston, TX. Our company has been in business since 2007.

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Check around the base of the toilet for signs of water damage (rolled vinyl, black or white stains, etc.)

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sesame street

There are very few of us who have not been impacted by Sesame Street in our childhood years. So, it only makes sense that Sesame Street Day was created to celebrate the tremendous influence that this maverick television programme has had upon our lives.

Sesame Street day was first established in 2009 to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of its original broadcast. While initiated in New York, it should come as no great surprise that this occasion is now recognised by tens of thousands of individuals from around the world. In fact, the number of followers continues to grow each year.

Commemorating Sesame Street Day has no real conventions; you can choose to celebrate it as you see personally fit. You might wish to relive your youth by watching old episodes or instead head to the local toy store and pick out your favourite Muppet. Either way, Sesame Street Day is a true celebration of our childhoods!

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Carefully drain several gallons from the water heater tank to flush out corrosion causing sediment, which reduces heating efficiency and shortens the life of theheater.

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Check the temperature setting on the water heater. It should be set no higher than 120°F to prevent scalding and reduce energy use.

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Exercise water supply valves under sinks and toilets to prevent them from sticking

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Hex/Allen keys are essential for DIY plumbing purposes. These are very useful to tighten small nuts and bolts. These keys come in different shapes; square, hexagon and sizes; small, medium, large to cater to different needs. These keys do not only come handy for plumbing needs, but also for other various purposes.

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Toilet flapper seals with excess mineral deposits or a flapper that is damaged can allow water to run continuously in the toilet and increase your water bill. Clean the flapper seal of mineral deposits or replace the flapper to resolve this issue.

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Minimize and eliminate sources of standing water in and around your home and backyard. In addition to the usual corrosion and mold hazards, these puddles breed disease-bearing insects.

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garbage disposal

Be careful what you put down your garbage disposal after a cookout.  Keep a garbage can handy to throw away scraps.  “Stringy”, fibrous foods such as cornhusks, celery and banana peels can cause clogs.  Also, avoid putting excessive grease or oils down the drain.  For greasy foods, run cold water at full pressure for 15 seconds before and after to help flush it down.

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Check all supply hoses for bulges, leaks or signs of weakness.

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Avoid a clog before it actually happens.

Avoid a  kitchen sink clog before it happens. Never pour cooking oil, hamburger grease or other fats down your kitchen drain. As they cool, the grease solidifies and sticks to your pipes. Over time, this can cause a serious blockage that can be difficult to eliminate without calling a qualified plumber. Instead, place grease and cooking oils into a separate receptacle and dispose of them with your solid waste in the garbage. It’s also a good practice to use a strainer in your sink to keep food waste, jewelry and other items from washing down the drain and becoming stuck. Regularly flushing your kitchen sink with boiling water can help loosen any grease or food matter stuck inside the drain pipes.

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Each year on Public Service Day, the United Nations hold an event to reward and highlight the work performed by public services in recognition to their contribution to upholding our society and way of life.

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Never flush cotton swabs, cotton balls, hair, facial scrub pads, diapers, sanitary products or similar items down the toilet. These items will not easily dissolve and are responsible for most clogs.

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Household toilets are also used more regularly in the summer, thanks to children using the bathroom during the day. Teach your kids to use a modest amount of toilet paper and to flush only after they actually use the bathroom. Common clogs are fairly simple to clear with a plunger, but if you need additional help, call in a professional.

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“Its a plane,its a bird, its superman!”

Superman Day is a great day to remember what the Man of Steel actually stood for. The Red, White, and Blue of his uniform stood for what made America great, which at that time was a desire for Justice, to help those in need, and a powerful spirit. So you could spend your day working at Soup Kitchens, Blood Drives, or a volunteer organization that serves your community. The opportunities to be a little bit “Super” are limitless, just get out there and help your fellow man!

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Check the temperature setting on the water heater. It should be set no higher than 120°F to prevent scalding and reduce energy use.

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If you develop a leak in a pipe, the very first thing you need to do is to turn off the water supply to the pipe. Wrap a sheet of rubber around the section of the pipe that is leaking. Ideally, a sleeve clamp should be used to tighten the rubber, but an adjustable hose clamp should also stop the leak. Most major leaks are beyond the ability of the average homeowner to repair, but small drips or leaks can be stopped temporarily until you can call the plumbers.