When Is the Best Time to Get Your Water Heater Flushed?

When Is the Best Time to Get Your Water Heater Flushed?

At Lancaster Plumbing & Drain, we know that maintaining a water heater is pivotal for prolonging its life and ensuring it runs efficiently. However, one crucial maintenance task that often gets overlooked by homeowners is flushing the water heater tank. But when...
4 Proven Steps You Don’t Want to Miss to Ensure Your Plumbing System Is Spring Ready

4 Proven Steps You Don’t Want to Miss to Ensure Your Plumbing System Is Spring Ready

With the onset of spring, our focus naturally shifts to the renewal springtime brings. As a result, numerous homeowners take this time to really adopt the spring-cleaning culture. Because what better time is there than to start off a fresh season than with a freshly...
8 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS TO KEEP YOUR PLUMBING SYSTEM IN TIP-TOP SHAPE

8 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS TO KEEP YOUR PLUMBING SYSTEM IN TIP-TOP SHAPE

As we welcome the New Year, it’s an ideal time for homeowners to reflect on their habits and set goals for a more efficient plumbing system. After all, there’s nothing worse than dealing with a high water bill or a malfunctioning water heater. By following...
WHAT IS THE BEST TEMPERATURE TO SET YOUR WATER HEATER AT?

WHAT IS THE BEST TEMPERATURE TO SET YOUR WATER HEATER AT?

When it comes to setting the temperature on your water heater, there’s no “one-size-fits-all” solution. A delicate balance between safety, energy efficiency, and your personal preference is the formula to finding what works for you. So, let’s...
PLUMBING TIPS FOR FIRE PREVENTION MONTH IN OCTOBER    

PLUMBING TIPS FOR FIRE PREVENTION MONTH IN OCTOBER    

Did you know that October is Fire Prevention Month? It was first established as National Fire Prevention Week in 1922, which commemorated the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. But now, the whole month of October is dedicated to fire safety, and we are here for it! Each...
WHY IS MY ELECTRIC WATER HEATER OVERHEATING? 

WHY IS MY ELECTRIC WATER HEATER OVERHEATING? 

One of the most common issues with electric water heaters is that they tend to get too hot. And well, that means you end up with scalding hot water coming out of your sinks and showers! On top of that, prolonged overheating can damage your water heater. So, if you...