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Any Minnesotan will be able to tell you about the importance of preparing your water pipes for winter. With how moody the temperatures get around this time of year, the water inside improperly prepared pipes can freeze, which causes the pipes to expand in volume and put excess strain on the pipes themselves. Because metal becomes brittle in cold temperatures, this can quickly lead to the pipes bursting—an event that can have severe consequences for your home’s infrastructure, not to mention it makes for a horribly extensive cleanup job.

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Your plumbing system will not always alarm you when something’s wrong. Some problems could linger for months before you discover that there is something wrong. Other symptoms will reveal that there is an issue with your plumbing as soon as it occurs. Below are some common signs that there is a problem with your system.

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Bathrooms are by nature, hot spots, for the flow of water. This is why it is important to seal your bathroom so water doesn’t leak through. Leaky bathrooms contain mold, structural damage, and the threat of pest invasion.

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You rely on your main water line to bring fresh water to your home. If it becomes compromised, you could end up with expensive damages. If a leak goes unnoticed, you may be left with standing water around your foundation or mold growth within your home, both of which can be difficult to remediate.

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Water contamination is something that you may encounter every day in your home. Water contamination is anything in your water that is harmful to your body. Contaminants can range from salt to oil to human waste in the water. If you are worried that your water is contaminated, let P&D Mechanical help solve your plumbing issues. Contaminants can enter your water supply through various ways, such as leaky pipes, changes in water pressure, non-point contamination, and backflow. Here are the four ways contaminants can enter your water supply:

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Detecting the source of a leaky toilet can be somewhat of a challenge. You may attempt to solve the problem only to discover that there is still a leak. P & D Mechanical can help you identify where the leak is and provide a long-term solution for sealing it. Below are seven possible causes of toilet leaks and where they are located. If any of these are happening to you right now, then call right away. We can help.

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With the right planning and help, remodeling the plumbing in your kitchen can be a rewarding project. When you begin with the plumbing, you set the foundation for all the other components in the room. P & D Mechanical can help through every stage of your remodel from design to implementation. We have the equipment and training necessary to redesign your plumbing system from top to bottom. Below are some of our tips for a successful kitchen plumbing remodel.

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Your plumbing system will not always alarm you when something’s wrong. Some problems could linger for months before you discover that there is something wrong. Other symptoms will reveal that there is an issue with your plumbing as soon as it occurs. Below are some common signs that there is a problem with your system. If you think that your plumbing is not working correctly or it is damaged, contact a P & D Mechanical technician right away. We’ll come to your home and inspect your plumbing to determine what we need to fix.

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Every homeowner needs a good plumbing contractor from time to time, whether to conduct routine maintenance or make emergency repairs. A great plumbing service can conduct odd repairs most people would never imagine might take place, but there are other more common plumbing system failures which you'll likely need eventually in your home.

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Every house needs a remodel project on occasion, and one of the first purposes of such a job is to renovate a bathroom according to modern convenience. A vanity, toilet, and bath is all that is really needed for a bathroom to function, but it can be so much more luxurious and comfortable to relax in a nice bathroom after a hard day's work. Luxuries aside, there are a few considerations to take into account when beginning a bathroom remodel job.

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