Introducing...Titan the Wrench!

In August, Apollo Plumbing announced a contest for the naming of our beloved mascot. Our official Facebook page received over 40 submissions from wonderful people across the Seattle area. After much deliberation, Apollo’s leadership chose (with the help of additional voters) what they considered to be the best name for “the wrench guy”.

The name is Titan. Titan the Wrench.

In Greek mythology, the Titans were a race of powerful deities. They were said to have dwelled in the Golden Age, ruling until they were overthrown by a younger race of gods: the Olympians. As many of us know, the mythical Olympians included famous names like Zeus, Poseidon, Athena...and Apollo.

In the end, Titan was chosen due to its close relation to the name Apollo, as well as the double meaning “tighten”. At Apollo Plumbing, tightening pipes with tools just like Titan the Wrench is only one of the ways we serve Northwest homeowners. Leaky pipes, faulty water heaters, sewer inspection, drain cleaning – we do it all. With our fleet of service trucks and qualified employees, your home and family can relax in the knowledge that Apollo Plumbing is on the job.

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High Water Pressure? Everett | Bothell | Snohomish County

You may enjoy the high water pressure in your home, however, excessive water pressure in your homes plumbing system can cause very serious and expensive problems.

The source of high water pressure originates with your municipal supplier or water district.  Municipal water pressure is set to meet the the needs of hydrants, apartment buildings, high rise office buildings and multi-family dwellings.  As development increases in a given area, your local water supplier will increase the pressure in the existing water mains to accommodate the new demand.  Water pressure in some areas can rise to 100psi or even higher.  The maximum pressure recommended pressure for residential homes is just 60psi                            

Water pressure fluctuates throughout the day.  Pressure is at it's highest at night, when demand is low, and lowest during the day, when demand is high.

SYMPTOMS OF HIGH WATER PRESSURE

-Reoccurring leaks at pipe joints inside walls and the water service line outside the building

-Leaky faucets, shower valves

-Toilets running without being used

-Banging or hammering pipes when you turn the water off to the shower, faucet, or when you flush the toilet

High water pressure also increases wear on your internal plumbing system and fixtures.  Residential piping and fixtures are not designed to operate at high pressure.  This leads to early failure of faucets, valves and piping joints.

If you suspect you have high water pressure, call Apollo Plumbing.  We can accurately measure your static pressure and determine if you may need a pressure reducing valve (PRV).  A properly installed PRV will reduce your water pressure to a safe level without losing water volume.

If you suspect your pressure is still excessive, give us a call at 425-387-1507.  You may need a PRV installed or replaced.

Warnings Of A Plumbing Issue In The Home

Turns out, there are quite a few really common household problems that all lead back to the plumbing system. There is a link between a soggy lawn and a faulty plumbing system, as elaborated by Apollo Plumbing in an article they released, which tells of several common warning signs that a plumber should be called in. The article explains that a soggy lawn, those weird smells, and finicky hot-water-supply were all linked to a faulty plumbing system, which is trying to warn you that something is wrong. You will be very glad after you read the article as the cost of something really big going wrong with your home plumbing system can be quite high. 

Why Small Leaks In Pipes Are A Big Deal

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Indications That Hiring a Home Plumber May Be Necessary

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Thank you for the great work, Matthew!

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Everett, WA | Underground Water Leak | Leak Repair

Underground Water Leaks Everett, WA

Underground water leaks are nothing to ignore.  Days or even weeks of water leakage can run water bills into the hundreds if not thousands of dollars over time.  Often, home owners find out they have an underground leak when they are informed by there local water district.  By the time this has been brought to the homeowners attention, the damage has been done.  Fortunately, water districts often will forgive a portion of these overages, if the leak is promptly repaired by a qualified plumbing company.

If you suspect you may have a water leak, check your water meter.  To do this you may contact your local water district, plumbing company or check it yourself.  Checking the meter for water leaks is not difficult.  First, make sure all the water in the home is off.  Remove the metal or concrete lid of from the meter box.  Inside the meter box, you will see dial very similar to the one pictured above.  Look for a small red triangle near the middle of the dial.  This is the low-flow indicator.  This indicator measures very small amounts of water usage.  Watch the triangle closely for at least one minute.  If any movement is noticed, you likely have a leak.

Unfortunately, repair of water line leaks after the meter are the responsibility of the homeowner.  Repair or replacement of water main lines is a task that should be handled by a qualified plumber.  Handyman and homemade repairs often result in property damage and water loss. In Everett, Bothell, Lynnwood, Marysville and Snohomish County, call Apollo Plumbing for professional, cost effective solutions to underground water leaks.  One such solution is Trenchless Technology.  Trenchless will save your lawn and driveway from excavation, saving a lot of time, money and headaches.  Contact Dan Barger at Apollo Plumbing: 425-387-1507.  www.ApolloPlumbing.net.