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The Benefits of Trenchless Technology

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The Benefits of Trenchless Technology

If you think the fact that your sewer and water lines are buried beneath the ground means that they are protected, think again. There are still plenty of problems that can develop with these pipes. Sometimes, cleaning them out can restore them to proper functionality. Other times, repairs or even replacements are necessary.

Now, you may be thinking that a sewer or water line replacement or the repair of these pipes is a huge undertaking. While it is definitely still a big job, and one that only professional plumbers can handle, there is technology that takes a lot of the headache out of the procedure. Work with us, and take advantage of all that trenchless pipe repair in Sarasota, FL has to offer.

How Does Trenchless Pipe Repair Technology Work?

Because drain and water lines are buried underground, accessing them in order to service those pipes used to entail a fair amount of excavation. A trench would have to be dug out along the length of the entire pipe in order to expose it. Often, the exact cause of the problem or extent of the damage could not even be determined until the pipe was exposed.

Trenchless technology, along with other technologies such as camera pipe inspection equipment, changed all this. Now, our Sarasota plumbers can use cameras to look right into your pipes. If we determine that your pipe must be repaired or replaced, we can do the job with very minimal disruption to your property.

By digging a pit at each end of the pipe, we can use our trenchless system to pull a new pipe into place. Should repairs be preferable to replacement, we can pull a pipe liner through the existing pipe. That liner can then be inflated, and it will adhere to the interior of the existing pipe. When it hardens, you will have a new pipe within the old one.

The benefits of trenchless pipe repair in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding areas are clear. Less excavation, quicker service times, and reduced labor. Just remember that not every plumbing company offers this service. If you want trenchless pipe repair or replacement completed, work with the professional Sarasota plumbing team at Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air.

Call today and find out why our customers say, I Love My Plumber!

How Does Hot Water Recirculation Work?

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How Does Hot Water Recirculation Work?

More and more homeowners are looking for ways in which to boost energy efficiency in their homes these days. Sure, upgrading your appliances and HVAC systems with more efficient models is one way to do it. There are other issues at hand, though, that cannot be resolved by simply replacing existing equipment. Integrating an innovative new system into your home can help.

That is why you may want to consider the installation of a hot water recirculation system in Sarasota, FL. Using such a system helps you to avoid water waste that you may not even realize is taking place, let alone the impact it has on your bills. Read on, and remember to schedule your plumbing services with our team. 

What’s the Problem?

Think about the last time you got into the shower. Did you stand under the showerhead and turn the water on? Probably not. Instead, you likely let the water run for a bit until it warmed up to a comfortable temperature. The perfectly fine water that just wasn’t warm enough for your liking got flushed down the drain.

With a water recirculation system, such as the Grundfos systems that we work with, you won’t have to wait for the water to warm up. Why not? Because the system will keep hot water circulating to all of your plumbing fixtures throughout the day, while using only a very small amount of electricity to do so.

How Does It Work?

The water recirculation pump pumps hot water from the water heater to the fixture furthest away from the source. This keeps hot water in the line all day long, so that you are not pouring cool water down the drain while waiting for it to heat up. One of the benefits of the Grundfos hot water recirculation system is that you don’t even need a dedicated recirculation line! The installation is a relatively simple job for a seasoned plumber like ours, taking only 1-2 hours.

Let Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air install your hot water recirculation pump. Call today 941-322-1911 and find out why our customers say, I Love My Plumber!

House Pumps, Submersible Pumps, Pressure Tanks and Water Softeners.

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House Pumps, Submersible Pumps, Pressure Tanks and Water Softeners in Sarasota.

House pumps, Submersible pumps, pressure tanks and water softeners in Sarasota – all of these are essential  to keep working, so you can have water.  When you go to your kitchen or bathroom faucet, does it even occur to you that water might not come out?  If one of the pumps doesn’t turn on, then you won’t have water.  Since Fall is upon us, the leaves are starting to fall.  One thing you should do is to keep the leaves and debris clear of the pump and pressure switch.  One of the most common reasons for having no water and the pump not turning on, is the pressure switch could not make contact with the points inside the pressure switch.  What we find a lot of times is the area around the pressure switch is full of leaves and debris, making this an ideal habitat for ants.  The ants love to crawl into the pressure switch and when the points close they are in between them and they get electrocuted and die.  This makes the points dirty and they cannot make contact to turn the pump on.  So the moral of the story is to keep it clean and clear. Then when you turn your faucet on this Fall, you may not get that sinking feeling, when nothing comes out.

Also, since this is Fall in Florida, I’m quite sure some of you will have house guests from the North.  We can help you make sure that the Plumbing in your home is ready for the additional load.  It is better to be prepared than to be surprised.  Why not have your Plumbing system checked by your Sarasota Plumber?  It may save you the agony of having no water or not being able to flush.

Perhaps the quality of your water is becoming a concern to you.  Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air is an expert in water filtration, water softening and water conditioning in Sarasota.  We can build a system to fit your exact needs.  Not just any Plumber in Sarasota is an expert on water.  House pumps, Submersible pumps, pressure tanks and water softners is in are field of expertise.

No water happens at the most inconvenient time. We are available 24/7.  Just call 941-322-1911.  We have been serving the Sarasota and Bradenton areas for over forty three years.

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Water Heater Not Heating, How Do I Fix It? Wimpy’s Will Tell You.

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Water Heater Not Heating, How Do I Fix It? Wimpy’s Will Tell You.

If your Sarasota water heater is not heating, how do you fix it?  Wimpy’s will tell you over the phone some things you may want to try, however we highly recommend that a certified professional check this particular situation.  The water heater normally will use 240 volts of power and the general water heater in a home pulls thirty amps of power.  One really needs to have the proper set of skills to diagnose a water heater.  A person could easily get electrocuted by messing around inside, behind the panels of a water heater.

Wimpy's at a water heater repair

What Does it Mean if I Don’t Have Hot Water?

When there’s no hot water, it means that your hot water heater has stopped functioning entirely. This can happen quickly or it can fade out over time, but no matter how it happens, there are several things that could go wrong.

Electrical Problems

First, check the voltage coming into your hot water heating system. If there’s no voltage at all, you may have a bad circuit breaker or a bad switch. Breakers can suffer damage over time, or the breaker that you have for your hot water heater might be too small. If it can’t handle enough amps to keep your water heater running, it will flip and your hot water will disappear. Replace the breaker with one that works and that can handle the required amperage.

The electrical components of most electric water heater are all powered by the wire feeding it.  The components are an upper and lower thermostat, and two heating elements. An upper element and a lower element are the heating elements that heat the water.

Hot water heaters also fail when there are grounding problems. Something may have accidentally grounded or shorted a wired connection in your heater, or your thermostat or heating element could have grounded out. If you can’t find any accidental groundings, you may want to try to get these two parts replaced.

You could also have a problem with the reset button on your hot water heater. If it is tripped, it makes a definite click when you push it. You may have just had a power surge, in which case resetting it will start your heater again. However, continued problems may mean that you have a faulty thermostat. If it seems to reset constantly, try replacing this piece of the system.

Wire shorts and water leaks are also common causes of hot water heater failure. If you can replace the damaged wires or stop the leak, you may be able to repair your system. Otherwise, you may need to purchase a new hot water heater.

What Does It Mean if I Have Lukewarm Water?

Sometimes, your hot water won’t disappear altogether, but you will notice that it doesn’t get as hot as it used it. Often, this means that the lower heating element in your hot water heater isn’t working.

Faulty Heating Elements

To test this, first turn off all electricity to your heater. Remove all access covers. There are usually two, one for the upper part and one for the lower. Use a voltage meter to be absolutely sure that the power is off. Check the elements by simply touching the tank near where they are located. For both the upper and lower heating elements, the tank should be hot to the touch, especially right next to the element. If one tank is significantly cooler than the other, then you know which heating element is not working.

If My Water Heater Isn’t Heating, What Should I Do?

You should call a Sarasota plumber.  Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air in Sarasota, will test your water heater and determine if the problem lies in the electrical components of the water heater itself or if you have an electrical issue between the water heater and the electric panel.

Should the problem be a component of the water heater, Wimpy’s will have the correct parts on their service truck to get you hot water once again.  One needs to careful about the parts that are installed in your water heater.  The heating elements come in different voltages and different wattage.  If these terms are not familiar to you, you should call Wimpy’s, so that a certified professional can safely fix your water heater.

The upper and lower thermostats in a water heater can vary also.  When replacing an upper or lower thermostat it is important to wire it back the same way.  If the wires get crossed, the water heater will not heat.

If you need a new water heater, the type you buy is completely up to you. At Wimpy’s, we would be happy to come and talk to you about what might work best for your home. Call today or schedule an appointment online, and we will help you make your decision on your water heater repair or replacement.

Common Signs of Plumbing Leaks

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Common Signs of Plumbing Leaks

The natural enemy of the modern plumbing system is the water leak. Water leaks, even those that some may consider “minor,” can do very serious damage to one’s home, and can also waste substantial amounts of water in the process. That is precisely why you need to hire professionals to pinpoint the source of a leak in your plumbing system as soon as you have reason to suspect that there is a problem.

Of course, before you can dial our number to schedule professional leak detection in Davis Island, FL, you must first learn to recognize that you may have a leak to begin with. Following are a few tips to help you do so. If you believe that you see a sign of trouble with your plumbing system, dial our number right away to have that problem expertly resolved.

  • The sound of running water without a source is a strong indicator that you have a leak in your plumbing system. It could even be a slab leak beneath the concrete foundation of your home. If you are certain that you’ve not accidentally left any plumbing fixtures in your home running, and that your washing machine isn’t just finishing up a load of laundry, it is very possible that this sound of running water is coming from a leak in your plumbing system. We can find the exact source of the leak in order to repair it properly.
  • Signs of water damage or staining also indicate that there is a leak in your plumbing system. Have you noticed a section of your ceiling seeming to sag? This could be due to water from a leak pooling in that area. If you notice these warning signs, your home is already suffering damage due to leaks. Let our plumbers intervene before more serious damage is done.
  • Increased water bills may be the most clear indicator of a water leak. Now, there is bound to be some fluctuation in terms of your water bills from one payment period to the next. If you notice a substantial spike, though, and have not been using water any different than usual, then you must contact us to get to the root of the problem.

Call today 941-322-1911 and find out why our customers say, I Love My Plumber! Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air is always here to serve.

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Pipe Bursting By Wimpy’s Allowed Church Service in Sarasota To Stay On Schedule.

Written by Kevin on . Posted in Drain and Sewer, Pipe Bursting, Plumber in Sarasota, Plumbing, Sarasota Plumber, Trenchless Technology.

Pipe Bursting By Wimpy’s Allowed Church Service in Sarasota To Stay On Schedule.

Pipe Leaks Sarasota Florida

Pipe bursting by Wimpy’s allowed church services in Sarasota to stay on schedule last week.  When the original cast iron waste lines started causing stoppages due to breaks in the old cast iron waste lines, Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air came up with some options for the church.  The main concern was staying open, so the church could continue to have services.  So instead of the time consuming chore and the associated clean up of cutting concrete, even though Wimpy’s has the Hilti’s Dustless Technology concrete cutting system, they chose to use their pipe bursting equipment to save time on the installation and the prep work.

According to Bubba Butler, President of Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air, in Sarasota, Florida, new pipe is always the best choice if the job conditions warrant it. Using a material called HDPE pipe, their crew were able to pull a new 4″ HDPE pipe through the old cast iron waste line by pipe  bursting the old cast iron line under the concrete floor.  The job turned out very well. And church services are able to continue this Sunday morning.

Technology today is so important when looking to replace old pipes that are causing problems, says Bubba Butler.  Wimpy’s is always on the forefront of what can be improved in our industry.  Whether it be replacing old pipes with new or using a liner inside the existing pipe, you need a Plumbing Professional to give you an honest evaluation of your particular circumstance.

Whether the plumbing problem is in your home or your business, Wimpy’s can do it all. Ask around, because they have been around.  Forty three years of fixing or replacing the plumbing in homes and businesses in the Sarasota and Bradenton area.  Wimpy’s is  here to stay, while giving you the peace of mind that you have chosen the most Professional Plumbing Company around.

Bubba Butler credits the success to his entire team.  Without the right people that they have, they would just be another Plumber in Sarasota.  Need a Plumber in Sarasota?

Call Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air, 941-322-1911 or schedule online.  They give estimates and are always happy to give you a second opinion!

Let Us Take a Look Inside Your Pipes

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Let Us Take a Look Inside Your Pipes

Technology is as much a part of the plumbing industry as it is in any other walk of life. Over the years, plumbing technology has come a long way, and we have tools available to us today that plumbers a decade or two back would have given an arm for. One of the greatest benefits of modern plumbing technology is the ability to actually look within our clients’ pipes.

Because so much of your plumbing system is hidden from view, aside from the fixtures that you interact with directly, it used to be quite difficult to get a handle on what exactly the was. This is no longer the case. Today we can simply take advantage of a thorough video camera pipe inspection  in Bradenton, FL.

Video Pipe Inspections: Assessment and Evaluation

Video camera pipe inspection equipment helps with two major steps in any pipe service. First of all, it allows us to assess the condition within the pipe in a very thorough manner. Moreso, it allows us to do so with as little disruption to your property as possible. We’re not going to be excavating a pipe or breaking through drywall to get an idea of the pipe’s condition. Instead, we’ll simply feed the camera into the pipe, and that camera can relay video from within the pipe back to a monitor in real time. This completely eliminates any guesswork, while allowing us to diagnose any existing problems and to keep our eyes peeled for any that may be in development.

Of course, the other side of the coin is the evaluation of the work completed. Say, for instance, you hire us to clean your drains or scour your sewer line with our hydro-jetting equipment. Rather than do so and just running some water through the pipe, we can go back in with our video camera inspection system and evaluate the condition within the pipe. If we’re not 100% satisfied with the work completed, we can target specific areas and ensure that the job is done properly.

Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air is here to keep your pipes working properly.Let Call today 941-322-1911 and find out why our customers say, I Love My Plumber!

Sarasota Plumber, Wimpy’s, is THE Plumber in Sarasota!

Written by Kevin on . Posted in Bradenton Plumber, Drain and Sewer, Pipe Bursting, Plumber in Sarasota, Plumbing, Sarasota Plumber, Trenchless Technology, Water Line.

Sarasota Plumber, Wimpy’s, is THE Plumber in Sarasota!

Sarasota Plumber, Wimpy’s, is the Plumber in Sarasota!  Customers in the Sarasota and Bradenton areas have depended on Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air for over forty three (43) years.  We have been giving estimates with honest professional opinions that our customers have come to rely on.  We will always offer you options on the problems you need fixed, repaired or replaced in your home.

Sarasota Plumber, Wimpy’s, is the Plumber in Sarasota!  From the initial call and speaking to our office manager, Lori, who is always pleasant and concerned with your particular plumbing problem, to the cleanest, most well stocked, plumbing trucks in Sarasota, that will show up to your home when promised.  Down to the honest, clean cut professional who will diagnosis you plumbing problem and give you options on how to proceed.  We always look out for your best interest, not ours.

Sarasota Plumber, Wimpy’s, is the Plumber in Sarasota!  Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air is one of the very few Plumbing Companies in Sarasota, that will never leave a mess while fixing your plumbing problem.  We always will try to exceed your expectations!  We had to name our website, Love Your Plumber.com, after our previous and even new customers would say, “I Love My Plumber”.

Wimpy’s hydro-jet service, to repairing a faucet, Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air can handle all of your Plumbing needs.

Here are just a few of our specialty services we offer:

Hydro-jetting, exclusively using a Mongoose Hydro-Jetter, with the latest development in cleaning heads and nozzles, Sewer videos, Camera waste and vent lines, Pipe bursting or also called Trenchless Technology, featuring “Tric” pipe bursting equipment, Dustless Concrete Cutting using Hilti’s Dustless Technology System, Water Conditioning featuring the Halo 5 Water Conditioner, Pex water pipe for repiping houses, various pieces of heavy equipment such as a backhoe for large jobs, a very small mini excavator for small jobs, a track machine Bobcat to keep the site clean and a 20 yard dump truck to haul away whatever it may be, to keep the work area clean.

You will find Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air to be the cleanest Plumber you have ever seen.  We can do it ALL.  Our Team is standing by, ready to tackle your next Plumbing job.

Just click, www.Loveyourplumber.com or call 941-322-1911 to schedule.  We offer 24/7 service and estimates.

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We Recommend the Halo 5 Water Filtration System

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We Recommend the Halo 5 Water Filtration System

When you want a cool drink of water, do you resort to expensive, wasteful plastic bottles? When you wash your laundry, does hard water impede the process? There are a number of different problems that you may encounter with your water quality. Fortunately for you, there is a water treatment system available that can resolve just about all of them.

Using a HALO 5 water system is a great way to vastly improve the quality of the water coming from taps in your house. From using it as your water softener in Sarasota to targeting pollutants that may negatively affect taste, the HALO 5 maintenance free whole-house filtration & conditioning system can handle the job. Contact us today to schedule your HALO 5 Water Conditioning System installation!

Why Choose the HALO 5 Water System?

Because it’s a comprehensive system for home water treatment in Sarasota, FL! There are a lot of good water filtration systems on the market. There are also many good choices for water softeners in Sarasota, FL. Why not tackle multiple problems with just one system, though? That is what the HALO 5 system allows you to do, thanks to its 5 stage operation.

  • Stage 1 is the granular activated carbon. This NSF certified, acid washed GAC will remove chlorine, gases, dyes, fuels, heavy metals, pesticides, and more.
  • Stage 2 is the Centaur® high activity carbon. The Centaur® HAC reduces chlorine in the water, which helps to improve taste and odors. It also will balance pH levels.
  • Stage 3 is the Filter-Ag Plus®. This all-natural media is environmentally safe, and boasts a large surface area with a micro-porous structure. This will remove water turbidity, filtering out suspended matter down to a 5 micron or less range.
  • Stage 4 is the high density garnet filter media. This is a high hardness and high density granular filtration media, effectively filtering down to the 10-20 micron range.
  • Stage 5, the final stage, is the HALO ION Inline Water Conditioner. This water conditioner multi-reversing poarity permanent magnetic fields in order to alter the molecular structure of dissolved calcium and magnesium ions. This is an innovative way in which to prevent issues with hard water.

If you have any questions about this system, or want to schedule a water treatement installation, contact our Sarasota plumbers. Call 941-322-1911 today and find out why Wimpy’s Plumbing customers say, I Love My Plumber!

My Toilet Gurgles all by Itself, What Does That Mean?

Written by Kevin on . Posted in Bradenton Plumber, Drain and Sewer.

My Toilet Gurgles all by Itself, What Does That Mean?

My toilet gurgles all by itself, what does that mean?  Toilets or as Professional Plumbers call them, water closets, can make all types of noises.  You may of heard toilets running, which is usually a traditional noise when the flapper doesn’t seal back to the flush valve. or it is the fill valve running and shutting off and running and shutting off.  But when a water closet gurgles, you should not ignore this particular noise.  This is a sign of things to come that is not going to be very pretty,

My toilet gurgles all by itself, what does that mean?  It means trouble with your drain line.  And not just an individual drain line, but the main drain.  This could mean that the next time you flush your water closet, it could overflow and that could get messy.  Also if you ran a washing machine or dishwasher, it could cause the toilet to overflow also.  Once a blockage has occurred and the drain line cannot get air, there is a chance you hear the gurgle sound before the water closet overflows.  If you hear that gurgle noise, stop using water everywhere in the house.  Then if you don’t have a Professional Plumber or you need Plumbing Today, ask a friend or neighbor for a referral.  Chances are they will recommend Wimpy’s Plumbing & Air, in Sarasota, Florida.  We have been to many neighborhoods in Sarasota to fix this identical problem for many customers.

My toilet gurgles all by itself, what does that mean?  It could mean that it is a simple problem or a major plumbing problem.  That’s when you need an honest, professional opinion, from a Plumber who has been established in Sarasota for over forty three years.   Whether your home is fairly new or maybe it’s an older home, Wimpy’s has the experience to take care of all of your plumbing problems.  Our web site was named by our customers, because that’s what they would all say after we saved the day when their toilet gurgled.  www.Loveyourplumber.com.

You can call 24/7, we respond when your toilet gurgles. 941-322-1911.

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