Plumbers, Plumbing Repair | Saint Paul, MN

Why hire a licensed and Bonded Plumber in St Paul, MN?
These days everyone is looking for a bargain. A decent or even sweet deal price can give one a feeling of  satisfaction. It is a feeling one would even like to show off or tell people about….but, why? That is a question to leave for professionals to thumb through. The real issue is, why it's important to hire a licensed professional plumber.

It seems that everyone knows a plumber, or better yet “a guy who can do plumbing”. But what is the difference? Changing out a faucet is pretty simple. Most of the time, the job goes smoothly. When “the guy down the street” only charges $60 to install, why that’s amazing! And what about the toilet you bought that is still sitting in the garage? Your wife has been on you for months to get it set. Well, hey! The “guy” only charges $40 to set that. Are these situations too good to be true? They certainly can be.

Did you know that 80% of water damage in a home is due to a toilet either leaking or overflowing?  Faucets are also one of the top five causes of water damage right up there with water heaters. Definitely, improper installation is one cause of these issues, along with malfunction. For this reason, a wise consumer needs to consider the long term, not just the short term money out of pocket.

Hiring a professional, insured plumber in St Paul, Mn. is a wise choice for performing these seemingly simple tasks. It may be more out of pocket in the short term, and in fact can feel painful! But, it is by far the best option a wise consumer will make for the long haul. You will be working with a professional who is regulated by the state. Plumbers are held to high expectations. They answer to a board of officials protecting you as a consumer.

Paul Vadnais Plumbing
Serving The Twin Cities Metro area
Plumbing and Well Repair Services
651-231-0944
Licensed Bonded Insured

DIY Common Plumbing Mistakes

Commonly Made Plumbing Mistakes

• Misuse of vent pipes. Vent pipes are for venting. They are not for running cables, or any other purpose. These pipes are intended to give air to drains in your home, so that the plumbing can flow and the sewer gases do not penetrate your home. If you cut into these vents to run cables, you will notice a definite nasty smell in your house.
• Removing the drain from a sink. In an effort to make their homes more green, some homeowners are taking out parts of their sink drains so they can collect drain water to water their plants. This creates a similar problem as cutting into vents. Again, it allows bad gases into your home.
• Hitting plumbing pipes with a nail. When you are going to nail something into the wall, make sure you know what is behind it. Trying to do a job too quickly can result in a surprise in the form of a hole in a pipe.
• The use of drain cleaner. Drain cleaners are very corrosive chemicals. They have been known to eat through plumbing tools, gloves, and pipes! When they start to corrode the drain itself, they can make the clog worse while compromising the walls of your pipes. 
• Flushing away your garbage. Toilet paper is the only thing that should be flushed. That magical black hole actually leads to a three-inch drain pipe, and it can only handle so much. Flushing everything will back up the pipes, causing costly plumbing repairs.
• Adding chemicals to the septic system. If you have a septic system, you should take the time to learn what you should not send down the drain. Chemicals, like drain cleaner, chlorine bleach can mess up the bacteria in the system. 
• Sending grease down the kitchen drain. Grease will clog your kitchen drain. Let your grease cool and then throw it in the garbage. Your pipes will thank you for it. 

If you need help undoing any of these commonly made plumbing mistakes, contact
Paul Vadnais Plumbing for assistance.
651-231-0944
 Licensed Bonded Insured Plumber Servicing the Twin Cities Metro Area.

Well Repair Saint Paul, MN Safe Clean Well Water

 

Everything You Wanted to Know About Well Repair 

 

If a well is your primary or only water source, then issues with your well pump can cause major problems in your home. Whether the pump won't run, the pump runs but water won't come out, or the water delivery is insufficient, any well pump issue can bring your daily routine to a screeching halt! Because well pumps are still not the most common form of water delivery, finding a good repair person can take a little time and effort, and it is difficult to figure out whether you are getting the best price for the job. Here are a few thigs that can affect the cost of a well pump repair

What is a well pump?

A well pump uses suction and pressure to produce water from a well. Well pumps come in various sizes. Residential well pumps may have less than one horsepower of energy in order to produce water. However, a commercial well pump often will contribute, along with other pumps, to supplying water for the entire community. Therefore, much more power will be needed.

What powers the well pump?

 Most current well pumps are powered by electricity. However, there may times when there is no electricity or maybe a time when the well pump was installed before a point when there was electricity. A hand well pump is then needed to bring the water up from underground. In most cases, if they haven't been used for a significant period of time, they will require priming.

An electric well pump will often not require priming even after being dormant for comparable periods of time. However, when they are first installed, an electric well pump may need to be primed. This consists of simply using a hose to pour water down the well until water starts coming up on its own..

Well Pump Problems

There are a number of different types of problems that can affect your well pump functionality. Being able to pinpoint what the issue is will help your repair professional quickly find a solution. Common issues are when the motor wont start, the motor wont stop, or the water pressure is too low. The first things to always check with a well pump are your circuit breakers, your water pressure switch and any contacts or connections that may have come loose. If the circuit breaker and connection points are all fine, then using a voltage meter to check the voltage may help you determine if there is a loss of power. If your voltage is too low, you need to call the power company. If you find worn or broken parts, you will need to call a repair pro

Professional or DIY Well Repair?

Well pump malfunctions usually involve a combination of electrical or water problems or both. These can be dangerous repair issues if not handled properly or by someone with the correct experience. Hiring a pro is likely your safest solution. Most repair pros will charge you by the hour for labor. But if you can explain the issues to them in detial ahead of time, they may be able to give you a ballpark cost for your repair before begining the job

 

For all of your well repair needs

 

Contact:

Paul Vadnais Plumbing

Saint Paul MN.

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Saint Paul MN Plumbing and Well Repair

Paul Vadnais Plumbing and Well Repair

We are proud to be a 4th generation Saint Paul, MN plumbing and well repair business. We
are based in Saint Paul MN. and have roots thru out the metro area.

We are licensed bonded insured and specialize in Plumbing repair, New plumbing installation, Well repair, Sump Pump replacement, kitchen and bathroom plumbing repair and much much more.

You can count on us for free estimates, quality and professional service that comes from over 40 years of plumbing and well repair services.

We proudly service the Twin Cities Metro area.

Our trucks are fully stocked to repair your water heater, well pumps, leaky pipes, sinks toilets, showers and more.

We are available to come and assess your plumbing and well repair needs call to set an appointment or If you need emergency service.

Paul Vadnais Plumbing
301 Sargent Avenue
Saint Paul, MN
651-231-0944