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Plumbing Tips and Guides

Practical plumbing advice from Eyk Plumbing, written for homeowners in Greater Grand Rapids.

Water Heaters

Signs You Need a New Water Heater in Grand Rapids

Eight warning signs that a water heater is near the end of its life, how to tell a repair from a replacement, and why West Michigan's hard water and cold winters wear tanks out faster.

Drains & Sewer Lines

How to Prevent Clogged Drains in Your Grand Rapids Home

Kitchen, bathroom and main-line habits that keep drains flowing, what never to put down a drain, and the warning signs of a clog that needs a plumber, including hard water scale.

Plumbing Repair

What to Do When a Pipe Bursts or Your Drain Backs Up

Step-by-step actions for a burst or frozen pipe and for a backed-up drain, what to shut off first, what to photograph, and when to call a plumber, written for Michigan winters.

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