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First Choice Home Services, LLC has earned the confidence of our commercial customers by providing highly skilled technicians, great service, products, and product knowledge.

Availability
Call our service number and we’ll get someone out as soon as possible. Our goal is to resolve the problem quickly and keep your organization operational.

Repairs and Replacement
From drain clogs to water heaters, we can handle your commercial plumbing needs. You can count on us to advise you about whether to keep repairing a system or when it makes sense to replace it.

Installation
If you want to update your commercial kitchen or bathroom, we can provide the expertise to scope out a plan and ensure that everything is properly installed, and will meet your business needs and current code requirements.

Our technicians have years of experience handling commercial plumbing needs including:

• Water heaters
• Water main repair and replacement
• Complete plumbing services – water leaks, garbage disposals and more.

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Can I increase the water pressure in my bathroom faucet?
First, check the emergency shutoff under your sink to make sure it’s fully open. If rubber washers or seals have begun to deteriorate, you’ll lose water pressure, so check those. Calcium and lime buildup will also cause low water pressure. Remove and clean the aerator if mineral buildup is the problem. You can do this by soaking the aerator in vinegar for a short time, then rinse and reinstall it.

What should I do to take care of my faucets and sinks?
Even small drips can waste thousands of gallons of water, as much as 150 gallons a day! At 30 drips per minute a leaking faucet wastes 4.3 gallons of water a day, 130 gallons of water a month, and 1,577 gallons of water in a year.

Be sure to check under sinks for moisture or small leaks. And always repair leaky faucets right away to avoid paying for wasted water, and also to avoid water damage to your fixtures and pipes. Remove and clean your faucet aerators annually to ensure an even flow of water. Make sure overflow holes on tubs and vanities are clear and open to prevent water damage to floors and ceilings.

Can I replace my two-handled faucet with a single-handle faucet?
Usually, faucet dimensions and sink openings are standard throughout the plumbing industry, so the answer is usually yes. There are a few exceptions, so it’s best to call your plumbing professional.

Should I close and open the main water supply shutoff valve periodically?
Yes. You want to make sure it is not stuck in the open position just when you have a water emergency! Do the same periodic check for the shutoff valves on your sinks, tubs, and toilets, too. 

How do I tell if my main water shut off is working properly?
To test it, turn if off then open a faucet. Listen for water leaking by at the shut off. If it does not shut off completely have it repaired or replaced. This valve should be marked and everyone in the house should know where it is located in case of an emergency.

Why do I hear a vibrating noise in my pipes?
Noises can be fairly common in plumbing supply lines. If a washer in a faucet or valve is loose, you’ll hear it rattling or knocking. If the sound occurs when you open and close faucets rapidly, it generally means pipes are loose, and can be corrected by anchoring pipes more securely. If it really bothers you, you can add air chambers at the end of long pipe runs. Their installation will probably require a plumbing professional.

Why doesn't my old water heater work as well as it used to?

This is usually due to a sediment buildup in your tank. As water heaters grow older, they accumulate sediment and lime deposits. If these deposits are not removed periodically, the sediment will create a barrier between the burner and the water, greatly reducing the water heater's performance and efficiency level. At least once every three months, drain water from the tank. Draining a gallon or so on a regular basis helps remove the sediment.

If you have a natural gas or propane water heater you should also periodically inspect your water heater burner. The flame under the heater should appear blue with yellow tips. If it’s mostly yellow, or if it’s sooty, your flue may be clogged, which is a dangerous situation. Contact a professional to check it out. At least once every two years, have your water heater inspected by a service technician. He or she will also check the drain valve for signs of leakage, and the anode rods for corrosion. New water heaters have air inlet screens at the bottom of the heater. They should always be clean. If blocked by dust, hair, etc. it will cause your gas burner to run less efficiently and possibly soot up and plug the vent.

What’s the best way to extend the life of my garbage disposal?
Always use plenty of cold water when running your disposal, and avoid overloading it. Never dispose of very hard items like bones or corn cobs. And never use a caustic drain opener. You can extend the life of your hands by never using them to remove items dropped inside – use tongs instead! Never grind poultry skin, carrot, celery or banana peels.

What should I do if my garbage disposal stops working?
Before calling a professional, be sure to try the reset switch located on the bottom or front of most disposals. Never put your hand into your garbage disposal.

How do I clean my garbage disposal?
You can try grinding a couple ice cubes along with the peel of a lemon or an orange. We also recommend using Bio-Clean in your drains monthly.

What’s the best way to check for toilet leaks?
Toilet leaks can be wasteful and expensive. At least once a year, check your toilet for leaks by adding a few drops of red food coloring to the tank, and then check the toilet bowl later. If the toilet bowl water is colored red, water is seeping through from the tank. If it is leaking, you should replace the tank ball.

Can I clean the aerators on my faucets?
Yes! Low water pressure at the aerator may be caused by mineral buildup and sediment blocking the small openings. Follow these steps:   

• By hand, carefully unscrew the aerator turning it counter clockwise. 
• Take the aerator head apart.
• Use a brush with vinegar to remove the sediment and mineral buildup. Or soak the parts in vinegar for a short time.
• Reassemble the aerator and screw it back on the faucet, turning clockwise. Be careful not to crossthread the aerator.

How can I clean my shower head?
Shower heads can get clogged with mineral deposits. To clean, pour white vinegar into a plastic bag. Place the bag over the shower head submersing the shower head in the vinegar. Tape the bag to the showerhead and leave it overnight.

 

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