Understanding Sewage Ejector Pumps Why Gravity Isn’t Always Enough Basement fixtures often sit lower than the main sewer line in Florida homes. When pipes cannot slope downward, wastewater stalls and creates unpleasant odors or backups. I recommend installing a sewage… Read More »Sewage Ejector Pump Systems: Design, Installation, and Maintenance Guide
Understanding Shower Relocation: What It Really Involves Remodeling a bathroom often inspires clients to reposition the shower for better flow. I explain that moving a shower means adjusting water, drain, and ventilation systems simultaneously. The process reaches further than swapping… Read More »Shower Relocation: What Homeowners Need to Know Before Moving a Shower
Dock plumbing battles salt spray, tidal movement, and steamy sunlight every single day, so material choices matter. Because waves tug at pipes, I always incorporate flexible loops that absorb harsh jerks. In addition, stainless supports anchor those loops firmly and prevent vibration from loosening fittings. Backflow assemblies defend home water lines because dock contamination risks climb near seawater. Thus, thoughtful design keeps rinse stations flowing while neighbors still enjoy safe potable supplies.
Takeaways A Ticking Pressure Valve in U.S. Plumbing Supply At North Fort Myers Plumbing Inc., we feel the pressure of 2025’s shifting trade policies every day. With new tariffs hitting critical plumbing materials, prices are climbing fast across the board.… Read More »How 2025 Tariffs Are Reshaping the U.S. Plumbing Supply Chain
Takeaways Florida welcomes retirees every day, and many want to stay independent at home. Mobility often changes with age, so routine tasks like bathing and cooking can suddenly prove risky. A recent CDC report recorded over 234,000 annual bathroom injuries,… Read More »Accessible Plumbing: Safe, Comfortable, and Smart Upgrades for Aging-in-Place Living
Takeaways Why Annual Backflow Testing Matters in Southwest Florida Protecting Household Water Quality Annual backflow testing safeguards the water you drink every day. Local lawns often host reclaimed water and fertilizer, so irrigation lines pose real contamination risks. Therefore, a… Read More »Annual Irrigation‑Backflow Tests in Lee County & Cape Coral
Why the 2023 Code Change Matters to Homeowners Facing Leak-Prone Copper and Polybutylene What Changed in the Eighth-Edition Florida Building Code Florida’s updated plumbing code now lists polypropylene pipe for every domestic run. The revision appears in section 605.19 and cites… Read More »PP‑R & PP‑RCT Piping Now Allowed in the 2023 Florida Building Code
Takeaways Why This Safety Alert Matters The CPSC safety alert on May 14 2025 revealed dangerous lead in certain faucets. Because even tiny lead doses harm brains, this notice deserves every homeowner’s immediate attention. Additionally, infants and pregnant people absorb… Read More »Lead Alert: Unsafe Amazon Faucets and How to Protect Your Water
Takeaways The clock is ticking for homeowners across the country to comply with the EPA’s updated Lead and Copper Rule. If you don’t yet know what type of pipe connects your home to the main water line, now is the… Read More »EPA’s Revised Lead & Copper Rule Deadline: Service‑Line Inventories Due October 16 2024
Takeaways Regular maintenance, professional installation, and smart material choices are critical for creating flood-resilient plumbing systems in elevated homes. Elevating all plumbing components, including supply lines, cleanouts, and fixtures, above the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) is essential for protecting homes… Read More »Plumbing for Elevated Homes: Meeting FEMA Utility Requirements in Flood Zone AE
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