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Straight, useful plumbing advice for Austin homeowners — the kind of thing Nick would tell you while he worked, minus the call-out. No jargon, no scare tactics, just what's worth knowing.

Seasonal

Protecting Austin pipes before a freeze

Austin homes aren't built for the cold the way northern ones are — which is exactly why a two-day freeze can burst pipes across the city. Here's what actually protects them, including the drip most people get backwards.

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Water Heaters

How long should a water heater last in Austin's hard water?

A tank that would give twelve years up north can tap out early here, thanks to the sediment hard water leaves behind. What to expect, and how flushing buys you time.

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Plumbing 101

Why cold's on the right — and other truths about your taps

The little conventions that run through every home's plumbing, why they exist, and the ones worth knowing before you turn a wrench yourself.

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Leaks

Five quiet signs of a hidden leak

The dangerous leaks don't announce themselves. Here are the subtle tells — from a warm floor to a creeping water bill — that mean it's time to look closer.

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