Installing a Brand New Boiler

The new boilers ain’t what they used to be ten years ago! Our new Allied Plumbing and Pumps boilers provide you with a steady flow of hot water to heat your home through your rads, or radiant floors. The new, high-efficiency, condensing boilers really help in lowering your heating costs. If your current heating system…

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PEX Repiping

PEX is arguably the most important plumbing invention since the flushing toilet. PEX is an acronym for PolyEthylene pipe that is cross-linked (hence the X). PEX lasts for years is flexible and requires no glue or soldering to install. There are also fewer fittings so PEX installation takes far less time. PEX can also be…

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Types of Leaks

A Dramatic Gushing Leak This will be quite evident because of the sheer volume of water. This kind of leak can be the most damaging to your property and is usually caused by a cut, frozen or separated solder joint. Drip Or Pinhole Water Supply Pipe Leaks These can be tricky to locate and can…

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Backflow

Backflow prevention devices protect your drinking water by keeping it free of pollution or contamination caused by backflow. But what exactly is backflow? Backflow occurs when contaminated water is allowed to reverse back into distribution pipes. Reversal of water flow can cause all kinds of contaminants to enter the distribution system, exposing you, your family,…

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Sump Pumps

A sump pump is designed to protect your home (primarily your basement) from water damage. Installed in the lowest part of your basement or crawlspace, a sump pump keeps your home dry and safe from flood water damage. The water flows into a specially constructed sump pit (like a hole in the ground) and is…

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