"Should I replace my water heater with a tankless water heater?"

Ah, the question of the day: to tank or not to tank - 

• be convenient
• enhance your lifestyle
• save energy
• save space

Toilet leaks can come from the supply line or tank, but the most expensive leak homeowners face is the base leak.

• Toilets are the 2nd leading source of all residential water losses, with supply line failures being the first. 
• Water damage from toilets average $2,000-$10,000 per incident.
• 78% of toilet incidents are caused by faulty supply lines, fill valve assemblies, toilet flanges and clogged toilets that overflowed. 

  *Stats from IBHS Water Damage Studies 

• Toilets are the 2nd leading source of all residential water losses, with supply line failures being the first. 
• Water damage from toilets average $2,000-$10,000 per incident.
• 78% of toilet incidents are caused by faulty supply lines, fill valve assemblies, toilet flanges and clogged toilets that overflowed. 

  *Stats from IBHS Water Damage Studies 

plumbing maintenance for homeowners

Plumbing problems can be prevented by regular plumbing maintenance. We recommend checking your home's plumbing  at least twice a year.

Home Water Damage Statistics - Toilet Problems

• Toilets are the 2nd leading source of all residential water losses, with supply line failures being the first.
• Water damage from toilets average $2,000-$10,000 per incident.
• 78% of toilet incidents are caused by faulty supply lines, fill valve assemblies, toilet flanges and clogged toilets that overflowed. 

 *Stats from IBHS Water Damage Studies read more about base leaks here

toilet checklist

• Check supply line connections: make sure they are secure and there is no moisture.
• Turn the stop valve to prevent sticking.
• Make sure the toilet flushes properly without sticking or hanging.
• After flushing the water should fill the tank and stop when the float reaches the fill level.
• Inspect around the base of the toilet for signs of water damage.
• Is your toilet rocking? Rocking toilets lead to broken flanges and seals and eventually a leak.

Plumbing Tips for Homeowners on Toilet Maintenance - Toilet Problems

Why do toilets run? Why is my toilet leaking? Someone jiggle handle! 

Here, we will cover leaks inside the toilet tank. If you have a toilet leaking water outside the tank, onto the floor read this.

Signs you might have a leaking toilet:

• hissing, running (on/off or constant)
• tank takes a long time to fill up

National Hug A Plumber Day - Plumbers and their vital role in protecting public health

Even in Texas temperatures can fall below freezing, easily causing trouble for those who aren’t prepared. CBS Local Weather is predicting temperatures below freezing.* As the temperature falls below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, water begins to freeze. When water freezes, it expands and can potentially burst your piping, causing water leaks and even flooding. Here are a few steps to help prevent a possible plumbing nightmare when the temperature starts to drop:

MANSFIELD,TX October 21, 2016 -- Kennedale Mansfield Plumbing (KMP) has been selected for the 2016 Best of Mansfield Award in the Plumbers category by the Mansfield Award Program.

WE'D LIKE TO TAKE THIS MONTH... TO THANK OUR LOCAL HEROES

During September - to show our appreciation for their service to our local community, first responders will receive $100 off any plumbing service from KMP or $200 off water heater supply and installation.  

KMP is certified by the State of Texas for all your backflow prevention testing needs. KMP is your plumber Midlothian TX.

What is Backflow?

• Backflow is an unwanted flow of water in the reverse direction. (ie: reverse flow of dirty water through the sanitary water lines)