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Best Ways to Unclog a Drain

A Young Woman Using Plunger In Clogged Kitchen Sink

Clogged drain got you feeling down? Thankfully, there are some steps you can take to resolve the clog yourself. At HEB Plumbing & Sprinkler, our experts know the ins and outs of a clogged drain, and following these tips may help save you from investing in a clog repair. Here are our best practices to […]

How to Repair a Bathtub Faucet

A picture of a bathtub faucet with the words, "How to repair a bathtub faucet."

While getting ready for work in the morning, you hear the steady drip, drip, drip of water coming out of a faucet. You turn off the sink and stand still for a moment. There it is again, the slow and steady drip, drip, drip. The culprit, you find after a quick inspection of your bathroom, […]

Having a Safe Installed in the Floor? Here’s Why You Should Call a Plumber

Plumber in a kitchen fixing a stopped up sink drain

Installing a floor safe in your home can be a great way to protect your important documents and valuables, as well as provide peace of mind. However, while security safe installation can be an excellent DIY project in some situations, more often it will save you a lot of time to hire a more experienced […]

Five Important Tips to Consider When Hiring a Contractor

A plumber and contractor agree on a proposal

When you contact a plumber for a service, how much do you know about him or her? Most homeowners, when faced with a problem such as a leaking pipe or a running toilet, are more concerned with fixing the problem than whom they are hiring. Before you panic and pick a random company to fix […]

Signs of a Broken Pipe

A repair man fixing a pipe with the words, Broken Pipe

Imagine you are walking into your kitchen to start your day. The sun is shining and it’s a beautiful morning. As you groggily make your way to start your coffee, you step into a puddle of water. Panic sets in. You immediately think, is it a broken pipe? Read more to learn about the causes […]

10 Warning Signs of a Slab Leak You Shouldn’t Ignore

A crack in the cement with water leaking through beside the words "Slab Leaks"

In Tarrant County, many homes are built on slabs. A slab foundation has plumbing roughed in underneath it, offering several benefits. However, if a slab leak occurs, it can be hard to detect and go unnoticed for long periods. This can cause expensive damage to your property and foundation. This blog post will discuss slab […]

What Size Water Heater Do I Need?

A water heater inside of a home with the words, what size water heater do I need?

If you are constantly timing your family’s showers to ensure that there is enough hot water left for your own, your family probably has the wrong size water heater. When replacing a water heater or buying one for a new home, many homeowners do not know which size water heater they need. This often leads […]

Why Does My Water Heater Take So Long to Heat Up?

A plumber looking at a water heater with the words, why is my water heater taking so long to heat up?

There’s nothing like a warm shower to help you wake up in the morning. However, waiting for the water to heat up may leave you feeling rushed. Here are a few reasons you might be dealing with a sluggish water heater. 1. Distance If you own a larger home and the bathroom you are currently […]

How to Get Jewelry Safely Out of a Drain

Water running into a sink drain with the words, getting jewelry out of a drain.

Clank, clank, clank! Your heart sinks as you hear your wedding ring fall down the drain. Before you count your ring as a lost cause, check out these tips from HEB Plumbing & Drain – Kathlyn Smith to safely retrieve your lost jewelry. Magnet If the jewelry you dropped down the drain is made of metal, a […]

How to Clean Your Garbage Disposal

A close up of a sink drain with the words, how to clean your garbage disposal.

A putrid smell in your home is often blamed on a trashcan or forgotten leftovers in a fridge. After taking out the trash or cleaning out your fridge, the smell still persists. What gives? You may have a dirty garbage disposal. Over time, grime and sludge can get caught on the blades and the piping, […]