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Help! I Have No Hot Water

March 28, 2025

There are a few options for powering water heaters: electric, gas, propane, and fuel oil. We will take a look at the two most popular types, electric and gas.

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5 Benefits of a Plumbing Maintenance Plan

5 Benefits of a Plumbing Maintenance Plan

March 14, 2025

When it comes to your Glen Burnie, home’s plumbing, you want to feel secure it will continue to work every day when you need it, without surprises. At Alpha Plumbing, we can help you make this a reality with our plumbing maintenance plan.

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2025 Guide to Garbage Disposals

February 14, 2025

If you are tired of spending precious time scraping plates into the garbage or grossed out when you have to scoop food bits from your kitchen sink, it might be time to consider installing a garbage disposal. This underrated kitchen gadget is more than just a modern convenience—it’s a cleanup superhero ready to make your life easier.

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What Should I Do to Fix Frozen Pipes?

What Should I Do to Fix Frozen Pipes?

January 24, 2025

Few things can cause a Glen Burbie, homeowner more stress during winter than frozen pipes. When temperatures plummet, the water inside your pipes can freeze, expanding and putting pressure on the pipe walls. Left unchecked, this can lead to cracks, leaks, or even a burst pipe—turning a small inconvenience into a costly emergency.

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How to Prevent Frozen or Burst Pipes This Winter

December 25, 2024

With winter weather just around the corner, it’s critical for Pasadena homeowners to understand the risks and dangers of frozen or burst water pipes.

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Common Sewer Odors in Your Home: What’s That Smell?

December 16, 2024

Sewer lines are the pipes outside that connect your home to the municipal sewer system or septic tank. Sewer lines can crack or break, and the consequences can be severe. Damaged sewer lines often lead to unpleasant smells creeping into your home. These issues can be caused by tree roots invading the pipes, ground shifting, or pipe deterioration over time.

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How Often Should I Clean My Sewer Line?

November 26, 2024

When a drain clogs in your Maryland home, you likely grab a drain snake or a plunger for a do-it-yourself fix.

However, sometimes the problem goes much deeper than your sink or toilet. If you could see underground, you might notice tree roots invading your sewer line.

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Schedule a Sewer Line Inspection for Your Maryland Home

November 15, 2024

Sewage backup is one of the most unpleasant plumbing problems you may face as a homeowner. You can live with a dripping faucet for a week or two or contend with a damaged sprinkler head until you replace it.

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How Tree Roots Can Damage Your Sewer Line and How to Prevent It

November 1, 2024

When people think of potential plumbing issues, tree roots are typically not the first culprit that comes to mind. However, for homeowners in Glen Burnie with trees on or near their property, roots infiltrating the sewer lines can be a very real, expensive, and frustrating problem. Trees naturally seek out moisture and nutrients, and your…

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Prepping Your Plumbing For Winter

October 15, 2024

Frozen pipes are so prevalent, the US DOE Office of EERE has a map showing the probability of frozen pipes in different US geographical regions.

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