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If you're in the process of closing on a new home purchase, congratulations! This is an exciting time for anyone. It's also one where checking on a few important home fixtures and systems is vital, and the main sewer line is one of the single most necessary in this area. At My Buddy the Plumber, […]

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over a few of the most common HVAC myths that have spread around popular culture. These pieces of misinformation are both frustrating and potentially costly, causing homeowners to take incorrect approaches while caring for important components in their HVAC system throughout the year. At My […]

With winter just around the corner, homeowners want to ensure their primary home systems are prepared for the upcoming cold season. This includes several HVAC and furnace areas, and also covers various plumbing components you’ll want to think about before the temperatures drop to freezing. At My Buddy the Plumber in Provo, our plumbing contractors […]

When it comes to comprehensive home HVAC maintenance, the team at My Buddy the Plumber is here to help you in numerous ways. From furnace and air conditioner maintenance to thermostat assistance, air quality improvements and many other areas, we’re your one-stop shop when it comes to all your home’s heating and air needs. Sadly, […]

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the most common plumbing areas of a given home where smart home and home automation themes are beginning to have an impact. Home automation can not only make several pluming areas more convenient and remove some hassle from your life, but will […]

There are numerous areas of our home lives that have been improved by technology over recent years, and smart home or home automation themes are of particular interest to many. And if you’re considering any kind of home automation, make sure you think about one of several areas where smart home themes have improved everything […]

There are a few important components that play into an air conditioner’s operation, including some that aren’t actually attached to the unit but still play a role. A good example here, and an area that all homeowners should be aware of in terms of their AC unit and how it functions, is known as the […]

For those who spend significant time outside working on their yard or garden during the spring and summer, the outdoor hose area is particularly important. And for virtually any homeowner, one particular component of the outdoor hose setup is important when it comes to basic post-winter maintenance: The hose bibb. At My Buddy the Plumber, […]

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the piping formats you may find in older homes that were built in previous decades. Many such homes still stand today and may contain the same pipes they did upon initial construction, though many may have had their pipes retrofitted or upgraded […]

Whether we’re talking about a basic plumbing inspection or a significant repair, there’s a good chance pipes will be involved anytime your home’s plumbing is being worked on. Pipes are the foundation of the plumbing system, allowing for water, waste and other materials to move to their proper locations. At My Buddy the Plumber, we’re […]