How to Prevent Halloween Plumbing Nightmares

Halloween is just around the corner!  As you prep for tricks and treats -- we want to make sure that you enjoy the weekend without any plumbing nightmares. 

Be careful when you're carving your jack-o-lantern!

If you are carving a jack-o-lantern with your kids this Halloween, remember to dispose of the pumpkin guts in the garbage.  Pumpkin seeds and guts can harden and clog your plumbing pipes.  Even homes with garbage disposals need to be careful.  The sticky pumpkin guts can wrap around your garbage disposal blade and clog your system.

You can prevent jack-o-lantern problems this Halloween by laying out newspaper before carving your pumpkin and scooping the guts into a garbage can.  Alternatively, you can bake the seeds for a tasty pumpkin seed snack.  

Check out a recipe for roasted pumpkin seeds here: http://goo.gl/v3eAfY.

If you have trouble with your plumbing system this week, don't hesitate to give us a call!  Our professional plumbing technicians can help you with all of your nightmare plumbing problems.  Call 585-216-3058 to contact our office or visit our website to learn more about the plumbing and remodeling services that we offer to the Rochester area.

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How to Cozy Up Your Bathroom This Fall

As we embrace the crisp air of fall, coziness has never been more important.  These tips well help you create a warm, cozy and inviting bathroom this fall.

Fall Bathroom Tips:

• Add Candles - Candles are a great way to bring a warm glow to your bathroom.  Scented candles can add a spa-like atmosphere to your bath.  Worried about an open flame?  Try a flameless candle instead!
• Update Your Cabinetry - Wooden cabinetry can add a cozy feel to your space.  If your vanity is due for an update, consider a dark wood in contrast with lighter paint and tiles.
• Change Your Bathroom Tiles - Updating your bathroom tiles can give your space an entirely new look and feel.  If your tiles are old and outdated, try a more modern and comforting design.
• Purchase a Cushy Bath Mat - A soft and comfortable bath mat can add cozyness too your bathroom without breaking the bank.  Choose a color that is warming, but matches the style of your bathroom.

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5 Ways to Update Your Kitchen This Fall

The kitchen is the heart of every home.  Now that the weather is cooling, it's time to warm up with cozy kitchen updates!  Here are a few fall kitchen updates to help make for a more modern, comfortable, and functional home.

Fall Kitchen Updates:

1. Add a Garbage Disposal - Adding a garbage disposal to your kitchen sink can help keep food and other debris out of your plumbing system. 
2. Update Your Fixtures - Update your kitchen faucet fixtures.  This simple and quick update is a great way to make your space look new without having a big impact on your wallet.
3. Add An Island - Kitchen island add extra seating space and extra counter top space.  This is great for busy families on the go.  It can be a place to prepare dinners or sit for a quick breakfast before school or work.
4. Update Appliances - How old is your stove? How about your refrigerator?  If your appliances are over 10 years old, it might be time to replace them.  Not only will newer appliances look more modern, but they will also be more energy-efficient.
5. Reface Your Cabinets - Kitchen cabinets can become worn overtime.   By refacing (or replacing) or you kitchen cabinets, you can give your kitchen a new look.

Does your kitchen need an update?  Call 585-216-3058 to contact our office or visit our website to learn more about the plumbing and remodeling services that we offer to the Rochester area.

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What to Expect (and not to expect) from Your Tankless Water Heater

Ready to upgrade your water heater this fall?  On average, you should replace your water heater every 10-13 years.  If you're thinking of making the upgrade - it might be time to switch to tankless!

Tankless water heaters differ from traditional water heaters in that they do not store heated water.  Instead, the water is heated as you use your system.  Since this model is a little different than what many people are used to, here's what you can expect (and what you shouldn't expect) from your new tankless water heater.  

What to Expect:

• Endless Hot Water - Your new hot water heater doesn't have a tank that stores hot water.  Instead, it heats as you need the water.  You have endless amounts of hot water to use in your home.
• Time for Heating Up - It does take some time for your new water heater to heat up the water.  Since the water is not constantly heated, it will take a few minutes to warm up.  However, once it does, the water is not limited to the size of your tank.
• More Space - Tankless water heaters take up less space than traditional water heaters.  This means that you have more room in your basement to move around in!

Ready to upgrade to a tankless water heater this fall?  Call 585-216-3058 to contact our office or visit our website to learn more about the plumbing and remodeling services that we offer to the Rochester area.

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Checklist to Help Prevent Plumbing Problems This Fall

Now that the leaves are turning and the crisp, fall weather is here, it's time to start prepping your plumbing system for the cooler months.  Not sure where to begin?  This plumbing checklist will help make sure that you've covered the basics.

Fall Plumbing Checklist:

• Winterize Your Hose Bibs - While the weather may not be dipping below freezing just yet, it's time to start to prep your outdoor hoses so that they are protected when it does.  Disconnect any hoses and close the valve leading to your bib.  make sure that all the water is drained from inside, so that when the temperature drops, the water doesn't freeze, expand, and damage your plumbing.
• Flush Your Hot Water Heater - Now is the perfect time of year to clean out your hot water heater.  Sediments tend to build up over the course of the year and by flushing your system, you can help your water heater work more efficiently and extend the lifespan of your system.
• Check Your Sump Pump - Fall can be a rainy season.  Make sure that your sump pump is working correctly so that you can prevent flooding on days with heavy rains.
• Clean Out Your Gutters - You should also make sure that your gutters are free of leaves and debris.  This ensures that water will flow away from your home and that you won't see any water damage problems.  It also keeps water from remaining stagnant, and eventually freezing.

Still not sure if you're plumbing system is ready for the cool weather?  Have questions or need a repair?  We're here to help!  Call 585-216-3058 to contact our office or visit our website to learn more about the plumbing and remodeling services that we offer to the Rochester area.

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How to Celebrate Bathtub Day

It's National #Bathtub Day!  Did you know that the first bathtub was introduced all the way back in 1828?  Fortunately, our bathing routines have come a long way since then!  Celebrate Bathtub Day by making your own mini-spa after a long day at work.

What is your favorite way to relax?

• Read a Book - What better way to truly escape than by reading a book in the bathtub?  Just don't get it wet!
• Add Bubbles - Bubble baths aren't just for kids.  They can also be a way to soak at the end of the day and ease tension and worries.
• Light Candles - Scented candles can help your bathroom truly feel like a spa.
• Enjoy the Silence - Sometimes silence can give a sense of solitude and peace.

If you're looking to update your bathroom to give it a spa-like feel, give us a call!  Our experienced plumbing and bathroom remodeling experts are here to help you with all of your home plumbing and remodeling needs.  You can visit our website or contact our office directly by calling 585-216-3058.

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How Can Simple Plumbing Updates Make It Easier to Age In Place?

Bathroom comfort and safety is important for all families, especially for those with parents or loved ones who are gracefully aging in place.  Fortunately, with a few simple, quick and easy updates you can make your bathroom a safer place.

Simple Bathroom Updates:

• Add Grab Bars - Grab bars are the perfect way to add an added level of safety to your bathroom.  
• Slip Resistant Bathtubs - It's not surprising that any wet surface is a slip and fall risk.  Add slip resistant mats to your bathtub to help reduce risk of injury.
• Tub to Shower Conversions - Stepping over the ledge of a bathtub can be more difficult with age.  By converting your bathtub to an easy-to-access shower, you can help ease aging joints, as well as reduce your risk of slip and falls.

Ready to make aging in place updates to your bathroom?  Give us a call!  Our experienced plumbing and bathroom remodeling experts are here to help you with all of your home plumbing and remodeling needs.  You can visit our website or contact our office directly by calling 585-216-3058.

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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month!  This month, the National Breast Cancer Foundation is raising awareness of the disease, promoting early detection, and raising money.

We're excited to participate in the the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk this year! Through our fundraiser, we will be raising money to support the American Cancer Society.  If you can donate to our team, we can help make strides against breast cancer together!  

Please help us reach our goal» http://goo.gl/ggJ8l4

Our AP Plumbing Team will also be participating in the local Making Strides of Rochester event on Sunday, October 18th!  Join our team and join us at Frontier Field.  The walk begins at 10:00 AM.

Making Strides of Rochester
Where; Frontier Field, 1 Morrie Silver Way, Rochester
When: Sunday, October 18th at 10:00 AM

If you are interested in learning more about AP Plumbing, the local events we participate in, and the services we offer, you can visit our website or contact our office directly by calling 585-216-3058!

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