AFFORDABLE PLUMBING SERVICE IN Marietta, GA

What Are The Most Common Plumbing Issues In Marietta?

The simple fact that you are reading this guide tells us that you probably already have some issues with your plumbing system in your Marietta, GA home or business. The plumbing system in a home is the one utility that can have problems both coming into, and going out. In the greater Marietta area, what are some plumbing issues that plumbers see on a regular basis?

Here are some common plumbing issues, listed in no particular order;

• Clogged or slow-running drains
• Clogged or slow-running sewage lines
• Leaky pipes
• Water heater issues
• Sump pump issues
• Hard water problems
• Stinking or otherwise foul odor coming from kitchen/bath drains

That list is enough to keep any professional plumber in constant work for quite a while. There are some other issues with plumbing that also occur in the greater Marietta area. Marietta, as well as other parts of the Peach State, have really been experiencing some growing pains in the past decade or so. With all these new people flocking to the state of Georgia, homes are being bought and sold at an exponential rate. This created a whole new genre for local plumbers like us, as they suddenly found themselves repairing or upgrading the plumbing fixtures (faucets, toilets, whole-house water filtration systems, etc.) In fact, the need for new and upgraded plumbing fixtures has become such a big business in Marietta that specific companies exist, that only do plumbing fixtures. It would seem that the common problems for plumbing in Marietta stem from the old to the new, and a lot of the in-between.

How Does The Water In Marietta Affect Your Plumbing?

Have you ever opened the tap at the kitchen sink to get a nice, tall glass of cool, crystal clear water, and instead you get cloudy or even rusty looking water? Or you get the rusty water that has a rather unpleasant odor attached to it? From time to time, the city of Marietta flushes out the water in the entire system throughout the city. This is something that is usually done about twice per year, and it usually corrects itself by the end of the day it was discovered.

The underground freshwater plumbing system running under the streets of Marietta is largely constructed of cast iron. Cast iron piping is fine, and for years that was what was used throughout the entire United States. All those pipes are beginning to break down now as a direct result of additives that are being placed in the water supply. Certain microbes, chemicals, and metals such as lead can act as a corrosive agent on cast iron, copper, and lead piping. These additives are not something that is going to cause you or your family any harm. Things like pesticides to fight microorganisms, and even lead are present in the water supply according to this report from marietta.gov, and while there isn’t enough of these products present to make you sick, it can have an adverse effect on the plumbing in your Marietta home.

There are also certain mineral deposits that occur naturally in the freshwater supply of Marietta. These minerals are the sole contributor to any hard water issues you may have, and these deposits, if left unattended, will eventually clog up the filter screens on your faucet fixtures and showerheads. The actual plumbing issues that are caused directly by the water quality in Marietta are with tolerances, according to their annual water quality report. Marietta has plumbing problems due to water quality, just like every other city in the U.S., and that is an excellent reason to have a dedicated professional plumber like Mr. Blue Plumbing to address these issues.

How Much Does Plumbing Usually Cost in Marietta?

In this next section of our Marietta Plumbing Guide, we will take a good look at the costs associated with plumbing issues. The information listed here is average low to high cost, the overall average paid for plumbing repairs in Marietta. Then we will look at some contributing factors that could cause your plumbing repair to increase. But first, let’s just look at some overall averages for plumbing repair costs:

• Average minimum cost for a plumbing repair in Marietta: $91
• Average high cost for a plumbing repair in Marietta: $656
• Average cost of a plumbing repair in Marietta: $373

These are just average costs related to plumbing repair costs in Marietta. These average costs include things like:

• Labor costs to hire our professional plumbers in Marietta
• Materials and equipment needed for plumbing repairs in Marietta
• Miscellaneous costs such as preparation, components, clean-up fees

What these figures do not include are:

• Permitting fees
• Inspection fees
• State and local sales taxes

Now let’s take a look at some factors to consider when having to pay for plumbing repairs in the greater Marietta, GA area.

Size and Scope of Your Marietta Plumbing Problem

Repairing plumbing problems is not one of those issues where the more you buy, the cheaper it gets. Quite the opposite is true. If you are having a faucet or a toilet replaced, you can expect to pay a lot less than the guy down the street that is having his whole house replumbed. Remember that the larger projects usually require a bit more manpower. These added expenses can really cause some damage to your final bill.

Where Exactly Is Your Marietta Plumbing Problem Located?

If you are paying to have a kitchen sink unclogged, do not expect the costs to be even close, when your next plumbing problem requires an excavator to dig up the leaking water supply line. The easier it is for our experts to access to your plumbing issue, the cheaper it is going to be. Our professional plumbers have their own machinery for this type of work, but operating it is costly, so you can expect a rather hefty rental equipment charge on that final bill.

The same holds true for a leaking pipe inside one of your interior walls. The associated fees for the demolition and subsequent reconstruction can make your wallet spring a leak too.

Applications, Permits, & Inspection Costs

If you have ever been a part of a new home construction project, then you are already pretty much aware of those dreaded applications, permits, and inspections. Just when you think you have all your bases covered, you find out that you need yet another application, permit, and inspection. The City of Marietta has an excellent resource available for these situations on their website. If they could only take away the sting of the costs for these added fees. These may seem like some money-making scheme, but all of these costs are much needed to certify your plumbing repair or construction job as being completed and safe for you and your family to use.

Can Better Plumbing Save You Money In Marietta?

When you have a leak in one of your plumbing lines, the last thing you want to do is find it and fix it. Plumbing leaks can become plumbing nightmares in the blink of an eye. You finally decide that the leak isn’t that big and the added charges to your water bill are far less than hiring our professional plumbers. This goes on for a few months, and then the day comes where the subsequent water bill has reached triple digits. That simple little leak has gone from not being that big of a deal to a full-blown Marietta plumbing nightmare. Your reluctance to call us earlier has suddenly cost you a lot of money. Yes, better plumbing can indeed save you money in the long run. Do not procrastinate when it comes to the plumbing in and around your Marietta home or business.

Fixing leaks is just one of the ways that we can help you with regard to your plumbing issues. Staying on top of your plumbing issues before they get out of hand should be something every homeowner is proud of. But you don’t know a thing about plumbing, so you turn to handy pieces of information like the guide you are reading now. Here are some excellent tips on finding leaks in your home:

• Put some food coloring in your toilet tank and flush. After ten minutes if you see any colored water in the bowl, you have a leaking toilet.
• Under any sink (bathroom or kitchen), look for signs of standing water or water that may be present. This is the faucet’s way of telling you to please send in a replacement.
• Be sure to check your hot water heater. When the water heater begins to leak, a huge, messy eruption is not far behind.
• If you have the tub-filling spout that has the lift-gate for the shower built in, turn on the tub faucet and lift for shower operation. If there is any water still coming from the spout, it’s time to have the diverter valve replaced.

These are some excellent tips for finding leaks around your home. We decided earlier that by getting some better plumbing installed, you can save money. Another thought about better plumbing saving you money is, if you need to replace any of your plumbing fixtures, always remember to look at the box the fixture is packaged in. Somewhere on the box, you should see the WaterSense logo. WaterSense-labeled plumbing fixtures are engineered from the latest technology available, and they have been fine-tuned to operate the same or better than standard fixtures. These fixtures are certified to use 20% less water, therefore saving you money.

So you now see that having a professional team of plumbers like Mr. Blue Plumbing at your disposal will actually end up paying for itself.

When Should You Call The Water Utility Company in Marietta Vs Hire a Plumber?

Our experts will operate hand-in-hand with the local water authority. There are certain times and certain circumstances that only the water company can assist you, and the same goes for our plumbers. If there exists such a reason for you to get in touch with the water company in Marietta, our professional plumber should be the one leading the way. If the plumbing problem that you are facing requires either the water company or our plumbers, but you don’t know which one, call the water company at the City of Marietta, and they will be happy to assist you.

When Do You Need Permits For Plumbing Service in Marietta? 

The only time you will need to contact the City of Marietta for a plumbing permit is if you are building a new home or you are building an addition that has plumbing located in the floor plan (of the addition). Again, refer to the City of Marietta, and they will let you know what type of permit you need and how to go about applying for it. When you are facing construction issues within your own home, it seems like you are going to need a filing cabinet to successfully file and keep track of – a permit for this, a permit for that, yes it is a bit overwhelming, but these permits are there for a reason. 

Your Marietta Georgia water company will be happy to assist you regarding what permit you need, and that will be followed up with when the plumbing inspection can take place. Plumbing permits and plumbing inspections in the City of Marietta are not designed to relieve you of your hard-earned money. They are there so that when you have completed them successfully, you have written documentation certifying your home or business.