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At The Pipe Doctor Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, we take pride in being the number one heating and plumbing resource for Long Island homeowners.  We add new articles every month to ensure that you have the resources you need before undertaking your home improvement project.  Be sure to check back in every month to view the latest articles!

Updating Your Water Heater For Better Efficiency

There are a lot of more efficient options in Long Island water heaters today that would be worthy of your consideration and consulting a professional hot water installation systems expert about these options would help you make a decision whether to upgrade your water heating system into one or the other.  These professionals have extensive knowledge and experience in the installation... Read More

Geothermal Heat Pump Basics

As people throughout Long Island think and take action to preserve the natural environment, most in developed countries are taking a fresh look at how they use energy to heat and cool their homes.  Furnaces, boilers and air conditioning units are becoming more efficient. Read More

Reasons Why Indoor Air Quality is Important

Why should you be concerned with Long Island indoor air quality? Poor indoor air quality is one of the leading reasons why people suffer from allergies and other cardiovascular ailments. Almost 90 percent of your life is spent inside the home, so the air quality in your home should be of vital concern to you and your family. This might come as a surprise to you but the truth is... Read More

What Does a Sudden Drop in Woodmere Water Pressure Indicate?

Experiencing a sudden drop in water pressure to your Woodmere home can indicate one of several things. It may include a water leak that is reducing the pressure on the pipes that run into your residence. There are other causes for a reduced water pressure, however, making it vital to find the cause of the problem quickly. Often, finding a plumbing repair company is your best option... Read More

Air Conditioning System Inspection Good Investment For Valley Stream Homeowners

Summertime is going to be here shortly and 90 degree weather will be the norm rather than an exception. Now is a great time to get a local Valley Stream air conditioning company to come out and do an inspection of your home. Every major heating and AC business in the in the area has some sort of inspection home inspection program that is very inexpensive and takes less than an hour to do.... Read More

Thermal Imaging for Huntington Plumbing and HVAC

Thermal imaging, also known as infrared imaging senses differences in temperatures that are otherwise undetectable by the human eye. The thermal imaging camera is the primary tool for thermal imaging. It looks no different from the conventional camcorder, and also operates similarly. It is extensively used in security, navigation, surveillance, firefighting, and medicine. This is also used as a non-destructive testing methodology... Read More

Long Island Why Is The Water Rusty

Rusty water usually comes from a town well. It has a metallic taste which is caused by several kinds of minerals like iron, copper and many more. Nowadays most town wells are treated by chlorination before the water is supplied to the consumers.. Read More

Long Island 10 Ways to Remove Limescale

Long Island plumbing here are 10 Ways to Remove Limescale. Limescale forms when hard water is heated above 61°C or when it is left to evaporate on surfaces such as taps and showerheads. Hard water is water that contains high quantities of calcium and magnesium ions. These... Read More

Long Island Four of the Most Common Plumbing Problems That You Shouldn't Ignore

Long Island Plumbing seems to be the only delivery system in this modern times that actually needs an unbroken network of pipes. While this offer remarkable convenience like a ready stream of water, it also means that there are numerous areas where the system can break down. Problems such as leaky faucets to burst boilers tend to irritate consumers.. Read More

Small Bathroom Shower Design Options

While I love my bathtub for the rare occasions that I get to use it for a long relaxing soak, I don't know what I would do without my shower. Showers are quick, refreshing and a lot more economical than taking baths. .. Read More

Green Plumbing Material

"Green Plumbing Material" is coming-out to save costs. PEX, a cross-linked polyethylene, is one of those materials. PEX is a plastic that is made of individual molecules that have been linked together permanently making it durable and safe to use on water applications.... Read More

Choosing Plumbing Fixtures

Your plumbing fixtures are among the hardest-working items in your business. Fortunately, there are many suggestions to assist you in choosing them. The Uniform Plumbing Code sets fixture needs for the public area of your restaurant, primarily the restrooms... Read More

Tankless Water Heaters Benefits

Have you ever thought about getting a Long Island tankless water heater, based off a plumber's recommendation? ... Read More

Gas Furnace Repair

To fix Long Island household things that break, you need to know how it works, what can go wrong, how to identify the problem ... Read More

Room Air Purifiers - Do They Really Clean the Air?

Do you need a Long Island air purifier for your home? This is actually a device which helps you to remove the contaminants from the air. ... Read More

Remodeling Your Bathroom - Time to Call a Plumber

One of the most important rooms in every Long Island home is the bathroom. It is important that your bathroom is one that not only looks attractive, but enhances the value of your home and meets your needs ... Read More

Is Your Hot Water At Risk?

When fixing a kitchen sink, you can experience a home improvement project that is either pretty straightforward or nightmarish. A lot is dependent on your hoses' and valves' overall condition. ... Read More

Not Everything Can Go Down The Drain

Many of us are programmed in such a way that if we see something disappear, we believe it is gone for good. This type of thinking is especially harmful when it comes to our plumbing. ... Read More

Tips to Avoid Common Pipe Problems

We've all heard the horror stories of winter vacationers coming home to a flooded basement! Winter pipe bursts are just one of the many common pipe ... Read More

Top 5 Most Common Residential Plumbing Emergencies

Clogged drains, damaged pipes, and gas leaks are the most common residential Long Island emergency plumbing situations that people summon their plumber for ... Read More

5 Tips For Clearing Clogged Drains

If you spend much time in your Long Island home's kitchen, it's likely that your kitchen drain will get plugged up at some point ... Read More

>> Plumbing: Types of Pipes

Plumbing is part of many remodeling projects, whether the plan is to install a small clean-up sink in a garage or the project is a bathroom addition or a ... Read More

>> Is Your Air Conditioning Filter Important?

Surprisingly many people think not. There more to the filter you use in your furnace or air handler that effects your indoor air quality as well as your wallet... Read More

>> Saving On Furnace Repairs

Furnace repairs are costly - they can easily cost hundreds of dollars. Quite often, the cost of labor is the biggest item on the invoice, if not the only one.... Read More

>> Troubleshooting a Gas Furnace or Boiler

Professional advice on your gas furnace is a click away. Questions & Answers to the most common heating service call. Click here and save money.... Read More

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