Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/17/2019 -- Pesky plumbing problems don't have to be an issue with Riley Plumbing & Heating. With parties and barbeques in full swing, visitors are frequently residing in peoples' homes. Riley Plumbing & Heating is here to offer some tips and tricks to make sure summer goes by with zero plumbing hiccups.

For instance, water heaters are still being used in the summertime. From showers to dishwashers, a reliable water heater is crucial all year long. Spacing out showers can be beneficial because it gives water heaters time to resupply with hot water. The average lifespan of a water heater is about 8 to 12 years, so it's important to take note of any issues that could cause severe damage to the water heater.

Compared to the colder months, people enjoy entertaining more in the summertime. Odds are, with the increased amount of guests, plumbing systems are used more than usual. To avoid toilet plumbing disasters, Riley Plumbing & Heating suggests letting guests know what it is unacceptable to flush down the toilet. Plastic, diapers, cleaning wipes, feminine products, hair, napkins, and toilet bowl scrub pads are all items one should never flush.

Outdoor plumbing is another aspect that should be taken into consideration. Water hoses are the primary devices used outside, so it is crucial to ensure that they're working efficiently. If the water from the hose faucet does not flow freely, the water pipes may be in need of repair. Be sure to clean out debris from window sills and gutters as well.

Summer will go by like a breeze with these tips from Riley Plumbing & Heating. For more information on plumbing or to schedule an appointment with one of their professionals, feel free to call Riley Plumbing & Heating at 860-225-1534 or visit https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/ today.

About Riley Plumbing & Heating:
For more than 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has offered their community the best HVAC and plumbing services from the most highly trained plumbing and heating technicians. Serving the Kensington, Connecticut area for all residential and commercial needs is their number one priority. Riley Plumbing & Heating is proud to serve their community and stay up to date with the latest technology to provide only the best services. Learn about what sets them apart on their website: https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/.

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Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/16/2019 -- As a leading provider of clogged toilet services in Hartford County, CT, Riley Plumbing and Heating have unblocked countless drains for their customers. The company's professional team of plumbing and HVAC technicians has offered advice to homeowners on how to handle a blocked drain before calling in the experts.

To prevent drains from clogging in the first place, Riley Plumbing & Heating recommends pouring environmentally safe drain cleaner down the drains every month. There are bacteria inside these products that will eat the plaque from inside any pipes; this will help to stop a block from occurring. These products should be used as an alternative to chemical-laden cleaners.

If the drain is already clogged, try pouring a gallon of hot water mixed with a quarter of a cup of dish detergent down the sink or toilet. This solution helps to break down blockages and decrease the areas affected by unwanted materials. Once loosened, a plunger and a plumber's snake can be used to both break apart the blockage and force it to the surface of the drain.

The professionals at Riley Plumbing and Heating do not recommend the use of excess chemical-based cleaning products or foreign objects to deal with a blocked drain. These solutions can often cause more damage than good as heavy chemicals can damage pipes, and foreign objects often break and worsen blockages by further obstructing the drains.

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About Riley Plumbing & Heating
For more than 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has offered their community the best HVAC and plumbing services from the most highly trained plumbing and heating technicians. Serving the Kensington, Connecticut area for all residential and commercial needs is their number one priority. Riley Plumbing & Heating is proud to serve their community and stay up to date with the latest technology to provide only the best services. Learn about what sets them apart on their website: https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/.

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Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/09/2019 -- For over three decades, their team of professionals at Riley Plumbing & Heating has provided plumbing service and electric water heater installation across Hartford County, CT, and surrounding areas. The company is now proud to offer information and assistance for the most common summer plumbing problems.

Three of the most common plumbing problems faced by homeowners during summer are blocked toilets, sprinkler issues, and backups from the sewer line. Sewer line backups are often caused by rainfall shifting dirt into cracked pipes or roots growing into sewer lines.

As these are unavoidable, it's recommended to seek professional assistance for backup problems. Generally, damaged sprinklers can be replaced with a trip to the local hardware store, and toilets can be easily unblocked with a plunger in most cases.

Overloaded washing machines, sump pump failures, and blocked garbage disposal are another three of the most common plumbing issues faced by homeowners. Washing machine problems can be avoided by sticking to small loads and moving the machine away from the wall to avoid overheating.

Sump pumps must be checked before the summer to ensure they are working in case of a flood. Additionally, homeowners are urged to run the cold tap for ten seconds before switching on their garbage disposals to prevent blockage.

To find out more about the most common plumbing problems in the summertime, or for electric water heating services in Hartford County, CT, call the top-rated plumbing experts, Riley Plumbing & Heating at 860-225-1534 or visit https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/ today.

About Riley Plumbing & Heating
For more than 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has offered their community the best HVAC and plumbing services from the most highly trained plumbing and heating technicians. Serving the Kensington, Connecticut area for all residential and commercial needs is their number one priority. Riley Plumbing & Heating is proud to serve their community and stay up to date with the latest technology to provide only the best services. Learn about what sets them apart on their website: https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/.

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Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/26/2019 -- Each spring, the professionals at Riley Plumbing & Heating receive numerous calls from homeowners who have sustained damage to their basement, foundation, or structure of their house due to an improperly functioning sump pump. Now, the sump pump installation experts serving Hartford County, CT, are advising homeowners to get their pumps inspected this year to protect their homes from the flooding of the yearly spring thaw.

There are a few things that homeowners can do to ensure their sump pump is working properly. First, they should check to see that it has power running to it. They should also make sure the pump is upright and the ball moves freely. Additionally, they should pour water into the sump pit and wait to see the pump activate and discharge the water.

If a home's sump pump runs constantly, it may be undersized or might have obstructions in the discharge pipe. It could also mean a switch is malfunctioning and needs to be replaced. For pumps that don't turn on, the water levels could be too low, or there could be a lack of power from a blown fuse or tripped breaker.

Other sump pump issues will require the expertise of a professional. With a proper inspection and maintenance appointment, many features of the sump pump will be checked, including the backup power, alarm, discharge location, cover, check valve, and several other components of the device.

Individuals who would like to enjoy the peace of mind that their sump pump will function adequately during the spring thaw should contact Riley Plumbing & Heating for sump pump maintenance in Hartford County, CT, and the surrounding areas. Their team provides homeowners with the confidence that basements and crawl spaces throughout the area will be dry all season long.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Riley Plumbing & Heating at 860-225-1534 or visit https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/ today.

About Riley Plumbing & Heating
For more than 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has offered their community the best HVAC and plumbing services from the most highly trained plumbing and heating technicians. Serving the Kensington, Connecticut area for all residential and commercial needs is their number one priority. Riley Plumbing & Heating is proud to serve their community and stay up to date with the latest technology to provide only the best services. Learn about what sets them apart on their website: https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/.

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Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/05/2019 -- As the trusted local plumbing company serving the residents of Hartford County, CT, Riley Plumbing & Heating understands how important it is for a household to have a reliable source of hot water. Recently, new technology has enhanced water heaters, allowing homeowners to choose from tankless or conventional versions of this necessary appliance. Now, the company is advising on the benefits of tankless water heaters vs. conventional ones and which option might be best for homes across the region.

Conventional, or storage tank water heaters offer significant benefits for homeowners. Not only are they extremely effective, but they offer low installation costs. Since they're more simply built than tankless water heaters, they are typically less expensive to repair and maintain. Common disadvantages of traditional tanked water heaters include their large size which requires more space to install, limited water supply, and a shorter lifespan than tankless heaters.

Tankless water heaters have their own set of advantages and drawbacks. For instance, since they're so small, they don't take up much space in the home. Additionally, since they can produce two to three gallons of hot water per minute, they provide a steady supply of hot water. They also can last for 20 years or more before needing to be replaced. However, tankless water heaters can be less effective and more challenged by output than their tanked counterparts. Tankless water heaters also cost more — in many cases double that of conventional heaters.

Homeowners who would like more information on the benefits of tankless vs. traditional water heaters, and what the best option is for their homes can ask one of the experts at Riley Plumbing & Heating, the top-rated plumbing company serving Hartford County, CT. Interested parties can contact them by calling 860-225-1534 or visiting https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/.

About Riley Plumbing & Heating
For more than 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has offered their community the best HVAC and plumbing services from the most highly trained plumbing and heating technicians. Serving the Kensington, Connecticut area for all residential and commercial needs is their number one priority. Riley Plumbing & Heating is proud to serve their community and stay up to date with the latest technology to provide only the best services. Learn about what sets them apart on their website: https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/.

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Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/06/2019 -- As one of Connecticut's top providers of heating services, including boiler maintenance, repair, and replacement, Riley Plumbing & Heating understands the need for families to stay warm and comfortable throughout the winter. Now, the company is offering tips on how homeowners can get the most out of their boiler and heating system, increase their efficiency, and even save money this season.

One of the most straightforward ways to improve a boiler's efficiency is to use preset on and off times. This can be used to turn it off before going to bed or before leaving the house. Preset times also allow the boiler to turn on before waking up in the morning, ensuring a comfortable temperature while maximizing energy savings. In fact, contrary to popular opinion, leaving a heating system on all day when one is home is not advisable, as this can actually cost homeowners more money than on and off cycles.

Additionally, by turning the heating system down by one degree, it can offer significant savings during the winter the season, and over the life of the boiler. Since the recommended temperature for a living room is around 69-70 degrees Fahrenheit, homeowners should consider turning their thermostats down this single degree if they still remain comfortable at the lowered temperature.

Another easy way to increase a heating system's efficiency while reducing energy bills is by applying insulation over the windows. This thin plastic film can be purchased affordably at most local hardware and home stores, and can help to retain up to 50 percent more heat which can be lost through old or improperly insulated windows.

If a boiler is older than ten years, or it needs continual repair and maintenance, then it might be time for a new one. Over time, wear and tear from everyday use will cause it to slowly lose efficiency, costing homeowners a significant amount of money over time. The experts at Riley Plumbing & Heating are knowledgeable with all makes and model of boilers, and can assess if a replacement may be necessary.

To schedule an appointment for boiler maintenance, tune-up, repair, or even replacement, please call Riley Plumbing & Heating today at 860-225-1534 or visit https://rileyplumbingcompany.com/.

About Riley Plumbing & Heating
For over 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has provided Kensington, CT and the surrounding areas with trusted and dependable plumbing and heating solutions. A family-oriented business, they feature a team of highly-specialized and fully-trained contractors, all licensed and with years of experience in the field. Riley Plumbing & Heating offers a wide range of services, from water heaters and boilers/furnaces to drain and sewer service, and more.

To learn more about Riley Plumbing & Heating, please call 860-225-1534 or visit them on the web at https://rileyplumbingcompany.com.

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Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/06/2019 -- For over three decades, Riley Plumbing & Heating has provided their customers with reliable heating and plumbing solutions throughout the Kensington, CT area. The company is now offering tips to homeowners for winterizing their plumbing systems and preventing frozen and pipes this cold season.

With some simple preventative care, homeowners can easily ensure their plumbing is ready for the rigors of winter and safeguarded from the freezing conditions that can lead to burst pipes, flood damage, and more. One of the first steps is understanding which pipes are most susceptible to this type of damage, and treating them accordingly.

For instance, pipes located inside cabinets should be exposed to the warm ambient air inside a home by opening the cabinet doors on particularly cold days. This can prevent freezing conditions inside the pipes. Another way to avoid having pipes burst is by wrapping them in fiberglass sleeves or foam rubber. This insulates the pipes and helps them maintain a moderate temperature.

If any pipes located near any cracks or holes, they should be caulked to keep the warm air in, and the colder air outside. It's essential to seal both the interior and exterior of any holes or cracks. Additionally, pipes can be allowed to drip slightly in extreme temperature to prevent pressure build-up, and the bursting that can result from it.

Snowbirds who fly south for the winter are advised to take a few extra precautions to winterize their homes. This includes turning the heat down to 55 degrees Fahrenheit, and considering turning off their water supply for added peace of mind during their vacation.

Riley Plumbing & Heating isn't just the premier plumbing service company in Kensington, CT. They are also dedicated to providing their customers with the information they need to keep their homes and families safe and comfortable all year long.

For more information on plumbing winterization, or their other services, please call 860-225-1534 or visit https://rileyplumbingcompany.com.

About Riley Plumbing & Heating
For over 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has provided Kensington, CT and the surrounding areas with trusted and dependable plumbing and heating solutions. A family-oriented business, they feature a team of highly-specialized and fully-trained contractors, all licensed and with years of experience in the field. Riley Plumbing & Heating offers a wide range of services, from water heaters and boilers/furnaces to drain and sewer service, and more.

To learn more about Riley Plumbing & Heating, please call 860-225-1534 or visit them on the web at https://rileyplumbingcompany.com.

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Kensington, CT -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/04/2019 -- In the winter months, it is essential for homeowners to have a good water heater they can rely on for warm showers, hot meals, and overall comfort in the home. It's also crucial to have a plumber you trust in case something goes wrong with your water heater, which is why individuals should trust Riley Plumbing & Heating, the leading plumbing company in Hartford County, CT, for their water heater service needs.

The experts at Riley have in-depth knowledge of the various types of water heaters from a broad selection of top-rated brands including tankless, gas, electric, hybrid, or direct vent. The offer an objective assessment of the homeowner's situation and needs, then provide them with a transparent, up-front quote. The company proudly offers full warranties on labor and parts as well.

Family owned and operated for over 30 years, Riley Plumbing & Heating has been devoted to providing excellent customer service and expertise to all their customers, listening to every concern and answering any questions. Homeowners heating and plumbing needs are their first priority, and the company always guarantees satisfaction.

No matter the type of job, Riley Plumbing & Heating's expert team is ready to help. Calling their team for service is the best way to make life easier for home and business owners. From water line repairs, to furnace inspections and water heater maintenance, they can handle it all, no matter how big or small the issue may be. To schedule an appointment call 860-225-1534 or visit their website for more information on the company's residential plumbing services in Hartford County, CT.

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