Saturday, February 14, 2015

Plumbers North Saint Paul, Mn

Plumbers in North Saint Paul, Mn


At Paul Vadnais Plumbing we take a lot of pride in being able to tackle all types of plumbing problems for residences and commercial properties.

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Commercial and Residential Plumbers

We have expertise in many areas of plumbing and well service needs. We have been involved in batroom remodels in old farm houses and re plumbing sinks and coolers in a local restaurant. 


There is no job to small or too large for our 4th generation family owned business. We don't mind emergency calls as we know a pipe is not always likely to burst at 10 am on a Tuesday when you are just sitting there waiting for something bad to happen.

Plumbers are used to dealing with the things that happen to folks on a daily basis. Has your child ever tried to flush a towel down the toilet? Yes ours have too. Have you ever dropped a ring down your sink while doing the dishes ? Yes my wife has done that also. Have you ever returned home from the movies to discover that a pipe in the bathroom has decided it needed to burst and leak all thru the 2nd floor of your house? Yes believe it or not that has happened to us also.

So you can see just because we are professional plumbers doesn't mean we are immune to the same types of issues our customers face everyday.

We have done small jobs like unclogging a sink to  completely changing out sinks toilets and adding a hot tub and shower combination in a bathroom remodel.


If  you are in need of a professional plumber in the North Saint  Paul, Oakdale, Woodbury, Lake Elmo area
please give us a call we will give you an honest estimate of how much time and money it will take to meet your plumbing needs.


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Kitchen and Bathroom Plumbers
Paul Vadnais Plumbing
651-429-8908
651-231-0944 
A Plumber You Can Trust 

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Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Traditional Water Heaters vs. Tankless Water Heaters: Consult a Professional Plumber



Traditional Water Heaters vs. Tankless Water Heaters: Which One is Better?

Are you in need a new water heater? before you contact a Professional Plumber to install your new appliance you are going to need to decide between the two water heater styles:
  • Traditional water heaters
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    Tank Water Heaters
  • Tankless water heaters
So, which one is better? 
A Traditional water heater stores and preheats 30-50 gallons of water in a tank. That preheated water is used whenever someone showers, does the laundry or washes dishes. The tank then refills to be reheated once again.

A Tankless water heater uses a heat source (electric or gas) to warm up cool water on-demand whenever you need it rather than storing hot water in a tank.
Pros and cons of traditional water heaters
Pros:
  • Lower initial cost - A traditional water heater installation can be half as much as a tankless water heater.
  • Easy and inexpensive to replace - Less installation complications means that there’s less that can go wrong.
Cons:
  • Higher initial cost - Costs $2800 to $4500 installed (depends on the model and who you get it from).
  • Retrofitting adds to upfront cost - Replacing a traditional water heater with a tankless system is more complicated. So that increases the installation cost even further.

Which water heater should I choose?
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Pick the water heater that best fits your water usage, lifestyle situation, and budget.

According to Energy.gov, an Energy Star tankless water heaters can save you about $100 annually.

So if you can handle the high initial costs, you can save more money in the long run by switching to tankless. Tankless can also be a good choice for large families because you have more people consistently using more hot water.

However, a traditional water heater may make more sense if you are on a limited income and need a quick replacement.
For more information on costs and installation contact Paul Vadnais Plumbing we can walk you thru your options and help you make an informed decision.

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Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Do you need a water heater installed by a licensed professional plumber?


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Water Heater Installation

If your water heater looks fine but it just won't produce hot water, a professional can diagnose what may be a simple problem. You may just need an inexpensive replacement part. Diagnosing the problem is part of the professional plumbers job.

Even the very best water heaters don’t last forever but that doesn’t mean yours is finished. Competent troubleshooting by a professional can sometimes save you a lot of money. It may just be condensation, a loose fitting, a pin hole in the piping, a worn out valve, or a pressure release. Your professional installer might find a simple solution.

Installing a water heater can be a challenge. An inexperienced installer or do-it-yourselfer could inadvertently dry-fire the elements, damage delicate parts, cross-thread gas connections, forget the drain pan, ignore the need for an expansion tank… the list is endless.

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professional water heater installation
Yes, it’s tempting to run down to the big box store, throw a water heater in a cart, and head home with your purchase. But a water heater isn’t a gallon of paint. You can’t just cover up your mistakes. There are serious risks to you, your family, your home or business by “Doing-it-Yourself” incorrectly.

As we’ve always said, “Do it yourself and you’ll only have yourself to blame.” Professional installers provide a service and part of that service is to stand behind their work.


If you need help contacting a professional plumber in the North Saint Paul, Oakdale Woodbury area call Paul Vadnais Plumbing


Paul Vadnais Plumbing

651-429-8908 

651-231-0944

St Paul Mn Plumbers


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Saturday, January 31, 2015

Looking for a licensed Plumber in Oakdale Mn?

I am looking for a licensed Plumber in Oakdale Mn.

Improperly installed plumbing can cause significant property damage as well as pose a health risk to your family, which is why it’s important to choose a skilled, qualified professional to work on your pipes.




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Hire a licensed Plumber

The best way to ensure that a plumber is trustworthy is to confirm that he or she is a licensed and bonded plumbing contractor in your state. It’s easy to assume that the person you contact for plumbing services is legitimate, but it’s always best to ask to see proof. The difference between licensed and unlicensed plumbers is vast, and that difference could end up costing you a lot of money and grief in the long run.


Liability and Homeowner’s Policy Coverage


If a plumber hasn’t bothered to get a license, chances are they didn’t bother with insurance either. That means that injuries that occur on the job site as well as property damage aren’t their problem; they’re yours. If an unlicensed contractor, or one of their employees, is injured while working on your home, you could end up liable for their hospital bills! The average homeowners policy also require that you get your work done by a licensed and insured contractor, and will provide no coverage if proof can’t be shown.

Licensed Professional Plumbers: The Smart Choice
A licensed plumber will show up to your home in a company vehicle, dressed in a company uniform, have professionally written contracts, and above all, will know what they’re doing.

With all the reasons, and horror stories that are out there, on the Internet and in the news, talking about the terrible things that happened to some unfortunate homeowner who tried to save a buck by hiring an unlicensed plumber, you would think that people would be more careful. But ask any professional, licensed plumber, and they’ll tell you that a good percentage of their work each month comes from fixing problems caused by unlicensed contractors doing work for which they were not qualified.

 If you need a licensed Plumber in the Twin Cities Metro area contact Paul Vadnais Plumbing Licensed Bonded Insured Plumbers.

Paul Vadnais Plumbing
651-429-8908 
651-231-0944 
St Paul, Mn.
  
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Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Who do you turn to when you need a licensed Residential or Commercial Plumber in North Saint Paul area?

Who do you turn to when you need a licensed Residential or Commercial Plumber in North Saint Paul area? You need a plumber you can trust. Paul Vadnais knows Plumbing and Well Services 
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Professional Licensed Plumbers

As a 4th generation plumbing company Paul Vadnais Plumbing has seen it all. We are fully capable of handling any type of plumbing related issues from leaky faucets or bathroom fixtures to water heaters and sewer lines.

There is not much we have not seen in all our years of plumbing. We have all the tools necessary to handle the job. We also have access to great prices on all types of fixtures from tubs and toilets to high teck Boilers and Water Heater that are designed to lower your homes energy costs.

If you need a garbage disposal or a new dishwasher? We can get you the appliances you may need.

At Paul Vadnais Plumbing we take a lot of pride in getting the job done right the first time. We are clean and professional. We leave a job site in as good of condition as we arrived.

Many homes have been connected to city water but there are still homes that need well services. We are certified licensed and insured to work on the types of well systems that may still be working in the North Saint Paul area.

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North Saint Paul and More Plumbers
Well pumps can wear out and that can lead to your home or business being without running water. Paul Vadnais Plumbing is local we can respond to a call in a matter of minutes we are also able to schedule appointments if you know that a change in your plumbing situation may be coming ahead.

If you are in need of a quality licensed plumber in the North St Paul area give Paul Vadnais Plumbing a call today!!

Paul Vadnais Plumbing
651-429-8908
651-231-0944 

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Thursday, January 22, 2015

Sewer line inspection with our Camera allows you to see any obstructions

Sewer line inspection with our Camera allows you to see any obstructions

 
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sewer line video inspection

Got a sewer problem? Don't know what it is or where to dig? Back in the "old days," dig points were much a matter of educated guesswork. Now, with sewer video cameras and locating equipment, it's just a simple (though often pricey) matter of calling a sewer video inspection and locating the block . 

 
Video cameras have become one of the most valuable tools in the plumbing business. Specially made waterproof cameras allow for a visual inspection of sewer lines and other pipes that are underground, in cement and under your home’s foundation. A professionally-trained and skilled technician inserts a flexible rod with a high-resolution video camera on its tip into pipes from 2 inches to 36 inches in diameter. The flexible rod allows the camera to travel through the pipe—even around corners—to see the pipe in its entirety. Real-time video image transmission allows the technician to determine the condition of the inside of the pipe and understand any existing or potential problems. The images can be saved for a permanent record.

We provide comprehensive sewer and drain services while offering professional and affordable options to our customers. We specialize in identifying current or potential problems with sewer lines and using unconventional solutions that save our customers time and money. We are father & son owned and operated company. We are dedicated to offering quality, customer orientated services, to fix almost any sewer or drain problem. We don't shy away from emergencies so call us nights or weekends. Our professional and highly skilled staff are here to serve  homeowners and commercial businesses throughout the twin cities.

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deep inside your sewer lines


If you need a qualified company to perform a sewer inspection in the twin cities contact Paul Vadnais Plumbing. licensed bonded insured.

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 651-429-8908
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Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Plumbers should be licensed and insured hire a professional



Plumbing projects usually require contacting a qualified licensed plumber to get the job done properly. Fortunately, hiring a licensed plumber doesn’t have to be difficult as long as you do a little legwork first.

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Hire a professional plumber

One thing to keep in mind is that there are other risks involved with hiring an unlicensed contractor. For example, an unlicensed plumber and other unlicensed contractors do not carry workers compensation insurance, so if a worker got injured on your property you could be held liable. Also, any contract you make with an unlicensed contractor is null and void, so you don’t really have any guarantee that the job will be completed as agreed.

Being licensed means that the contractor has insurance so you are covered if any damage is caused to your property due to faulty workmanship. Plumbers work with water lines, gas lines, drain lines, water heaters, faucets, and more, all of which can easily do damage to you home if not handled properly. When a permit is required like for plumbing a house or installing a new water heater a licensed plumber will be able to keep everything up to code because knowing the code and permit requirements is part of the licensing process. Some states even have a residential recovery fund where you can get money back if you have suffered a loss from a licensed state contractor.


Tips for hiring a licensed contractor:
  1. Get job references. Word of mouth is always a great resource. Talk to neighbors, friends, family, or other local resources so you know who is good. Other contractors you might already have can give you a good reference as well.
  2. Get at least 3 estimates. This way you know if any one is way out of the ballpark. pricing plumbing services may take a little extra time, but the savings can be significant.
  3. A written contract is a must. Getting it in writing provides you with records of everything that should happen, when, and for how much. Make sure you do not sign it until you understand it all even if it means delaying the job.
  4. Do not pay cash. This way you can have better records of payments made towards the job total. Also, request receipts as a back-up even when paying with a check.
  5. Call or check online with the Better Business Bureau to make sure the contractor does not have any outstanding complaints that your worried about.
If you are looking for a licensed Plumber in the Twin Cities metro area contact Paul Vadnais Plumbing a 4th generation plumbing family.
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Paul Vadnais Plumbing
Commercial Residential Plumbing and Well Repair
St Paul Mn 55090
651-429-8908
651-231-0944