The Pensacola area turned into a winter wonderland this week, along with much of the Panhandle, to the delight of those able to take full advantage of the free time afforded by the snowy conditions. Once the memory-making moments and fun subsided, however, infrastructure vulnerable to the cold created problems for people all over the…
The holiday season is here, bringing with it joyful gatherings, festive meals and the potential for plumbing disasters. One of the biggest culprits behind clogged pipes during this time is something many of us overlook: F.O.G. — fats, oils and grease. Properly managing F.O.G. in the kitchen is not just good for your plumbing, it’s…
Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving, and a big day for Christmas shopping. But have you heard of “Brown Friday?” Plumbers sure have. (Let that sink in.) Brown Friday is catch-all phrase plumbers use to describe the days just before and after Thanksgiving when kitchen sinks, bathroom commodes and sewer lines clog, mostly from…
State Sen. Scott Wilk has recognized family-owned Cisneros Brothers Plumbing as Senate District 21’s Small Business of the Month. “In addition to their exceptional work and outstanding customer service, the Cisneros family truly goes above and beyond for their community,” Wilk said. “They give back to local students, donate to nonprofits, and are proud to…
Clogged drains, leaky pipes and other plumbing hassles may be seen as inconveniences that come with the territory of owning a home. However, plumbing problems that go unrepaired for a long period may be hazardous to your health. JD Conrad, vice president of product operations with Service Experts, a national home services provider, recently discussed…
A Michigan family set out to fix a water heater and ended up finding a treasure trove of century-old relics in their bathroom. The items include wooden dominoes, a business card for a music store dating back to 1907, a publication printout from 1913, a cutout of Jesus and a playing card from the Milton…
