MarGo Plumbing Heating Cooling Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Emergency Plumbing 101: What You Should Know

Monday, September 1st, 2025
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When a plumbing disaster strikes, every second counts. Whether it’s a burst pipe, an overflowing toilet, or a sudden leak that’s flooding your basement, quick action is the difference between a minor inconvenience and a costly home repair. That’s why having the number of a trusted emergency plumber in Montville, NJ is so important. If you know who to call and what steps to take right away, you’ll be prepared to protect your home and minimize damage.

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Our Handy End-of-Summer Plumbing Checklist

Monday, August 18th, 2025
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As the long days of summer wind down, it’s the perfect time to prepare your home for the cooler months ahead. By catching small plumbing issues now, you can prevent costly and inconvenient problems later. If you’re not sure where to start—or if you spot something that needs professional attention—our expert team is here to help. And if you ever need a skilled plumber in Cedar Grove, NJ, you know who to call!

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High-Tech Plumbers Have Spy Cameras?!

Monday, May 12th, 2025
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When you hear “spy cameras,” you might think of secret agents, not plumbers—but in today’s world of high-tech home services, video pipe inspection is one of the most powerful tools in a plumber’s arsenal. If you’ve got mysterious plumbing problems or just want to be proactive about your home’s plumbing health, it might be time to call in the pros with the cameras. Let’s talk about pipe inspection in Livingston, NJ!

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Help! It’s a Plumbing Emergency!

Monday, April 14th, 2025
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You’re brushing your teeth, doing the dishes, or just relaxing when suddenly—disaster strikes. Water starts gushing from a pipe, a toilet overflows, or your ceiling starts leaking. Panic sets in. What do you do now?

Plumbing emergencies can be chaotic, but staying calm and taking quick, smart action can save your home from serious damage. Here’s how to know when you truly need an emergency plumber in New Jersey—and what you should do right away.

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Plumbing History: What Are Your Pipes Made Of?

Monday, February 17th, 2025
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Is your house brand-new, built just for you? If not, you probably don’t know everything about your home’s plumbing system. You might not be aware of the wide range of materials that have been used for plumbing pipes when your home was built. So, what are your pipes made of? And should you be concerned about it? Let’s dive into the depths of plumbing history.

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What Is Video Pipe Inspection?

Monday, January 20th, 2025
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In any field, trade, or industry, the way things are done evolves over time. As new technologies develop and new tools become available, all types of professionals must march forward with the times. And although you may picture a plumber as a person who shows up with a wrench and a plunger, today’s plumber has access to much more exciting equipment.

In the past, a plumber might have had to remove large sections of wall or pull up extensive areas of floorboards to access the pipes in a home, because they would have had such limited information about what was wrong or where the problem was. Now, modern plumbers use a technique called video pipe inspection. What’s that all about? How does it work? We’ll tell you everything.

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Toilet Overflowing? Don’t Panic!

Monday, April 15th, 2024
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Emergencies don’t always bring out the best in everyone. It’s easy to be frantic when something goes suddenly wrong, and that never helps with resolving the situation. And of all the possible household emergencies, ones that involve a flood of toilet water can be particularly distressing.

If your toilet overflows, what is the most important thing to do? Stay calm! But of course that’s easier said than done. The best way to avoid panic and calmly resolve an issue with an overflowing toilet is to have a clear plan to follow. Here’s what to do.

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Critical Plumbing Emergency Tips

Monday, October 2nd, 2023
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It’s easy to panic in an emergency. In our frantic urgency, we can make things worse, or take too long to take simple steps that mitigate the damage. In a plumbing emergency, that time could mean the difference between a minor mess and a flooded bathroom. 

Knowing what steps you should take can make your reaction time much faster and help you avoid missteps. Familiarize yourself with these tips, and the next time you have a plumbing emergency, you’ll be better prepared to do what’s necessary.

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This Is How You Prevent Sewer Line Emergencies

Monday, September 4th, 2023
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Your sewer line has a big job to do. It takes all the waste from all the drains in your home and carries it away from the house to connect to your municipal sewage system. It has to handle a large quantity of wastewater, quickly and efficiently, and in doing so it keeps you and your family safe, sanitary, and healthy.

But what if something goes wrong with your sewer line? Here’s what can happen if something goes wrong with your sewer line, how to prevent these emergencies, and what to do if they occur. 

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These 4 Plumbing Problems Require a Plumber ASAP

Monday, July 24th, 2023
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Plumbers do a wide variety of jobs, not just unclogging drains and repairing broken sink fixtures. Anything from installing a new water heater to doing gas line work is a job for a qualified plumber. Many of these jobs can be scheduled in advance because they aren’t urgent enough for an emergency response, but not all. Some plumbing problems require professional attention immediately, and a delay can mean the problem has a chance to get much worse. 

If any of these four things occur in your home, you have a plumbing emergency on your hands, and you need a plumber ASAP.

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