Having a leak is one of the most common plumbing issues a home could have, and while some leaks may be minor and easy to find and fix (think about a leak in your toilet, faucets, sinks or shower heads), some of them could be hidden behind your walls, ceilings, or floors without any obvious […]
At Astar we know that a furnace failure can be a stressful situation for families and leave you worried about its replacement. While this is an unfortunate emergency, this is also an opportunity to replace an old and inefficient heating system with an updated and longer lasting one. Whether you are considering replacing your furnace […]
A burst pipe is the last thing anyone wants to encounter, this emergency cannot only cause significant damage to your home plumbing system, but also to your household items. Pipes most commonly become damaged during colder months, which means that during this time, you need to be extra careful about the maintenance and health of […]
Clogs in your home’s plumbing are likely something you’ll experience if you’ve lived in the same place for an extended period. Nobody wants to face a clogged drain, but it does occur occasionally, and when it does, it must be fixed right away. A clogged drain needs immediate care due to its detrimental effects on […]
As winter start to creep into North Texas, ensuring that your water heater and other heating systems are in good condition to handle the plummeting temperatures becomes of utmost importance. Not having hot water during the winter months. not only affects the comfort of you and your family but it can also mean more severe […]
We get it: we’re all excited about having our loved ones over for Thanksgiving, enjoying a delicious dinner together and building family memories that will last forever. But something that you certainly won’t want to remember years to come, is the emergency call to the plumber the next day because of a blocked drain or […]
Water that is reliable and safe to drink is essential. Local water treatment facilities do an excellent job of providing an adequate water source for the city-wide water system. However, these systems do not filter the chemicals and other impurities that might find their way into the water pipelines between the treatment facility and your […]
Did you know that the air inside your home can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than the air outside? Just because the air pollution isn’t visible to the naked eye doesn’t mean it’s not causing problems within your home. Indoor air pollution can cause several illnesses for high-risk groups such as the elderly, […]
Water heater maintenance is essential to retaining the longevity and efficiency of your unit. We recommend you do several things to check your water heater’s performance. Here are six ways to maintain your water heater. Test the TPR Valve The TPR valve stands for the Temperature and Pressure Valve. The TPR valve is located on […]
Drain cleaning is often overlooked until a significant problem occurs. The signs of a blockage include a smell coming from your drain, pooling water in your bathtub or shower, or toilet bubbling. People often try at-home remedies to loosen the blockage when these symptoms occur. However, home remedies are not the cure-all for drain blockage. Unfortunately, […]
