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Winter is on us and it's time to be sure you have happy pipes.  As temps are below freezing there are waterlines and pipe that should be protected.     Locate Your Water Main Shut Off Water damage in a home has the ability to become a time consuming, expensive [...]

Having a furry friend is a joyful and rewarding aspect of life. Taking your dog on a walk on a crisp fall day, or having a cat sit on your lap while you read a book creates a sense of gratefulness and compassion within all pet owners. Though the [...]

Though it may not seem like a big deal but a drippy faucet or a leaky pipe has the ability to damage your home right underneath your nose. What starts as a small stream of water could potentially lead to mold growth inside your walls and even rotting [...]

Did you know that using less hot water actually decreases the amount you pay on your heating bill? When you make conscious decisions such as installing low flow fixtures on your faucet, you are helping to conserve water while saving money. In fact, there are many easy ways [...]

House appliance replacements are few and far between, therefore it is important to know what you want when replacement time comes around. Being stuck with an appliance you dislike and use often is frustrating, that’s why you should know the exact appliance you want and when it needs to [...]

Water damage in a home has the ability to become a time consuming, expensive cleanup project. Overflowing toilets, clogged sump pumps, and bursting pipes are all able to damage photo albums, furniture, and even the structure of your home. Why take a chance on a pricy repair when your [...]

Even with a garbage disposal, certain foods should never go down the kitchen sink. To prevent difficult clogs, resist the temptation of sending the following items down drain. Potato Peels, Rice and Pasta : Avoid putting starchy foods down the kitchen sink. These items begin decomposing and turning into [...]

When running a home and doing life, we don’t schedule time for the unexpected. Sometimes unexpected comes in the form of leaking pipes and the costly mess that follows. Below are a few good reasons to call on a professional plumber in and around Prior Lake MN when [...]

We often take for granted when our appliances are working well. Certain appliances, especially the hot water heater, work behind the scenes to make our lives more comfortable. But unfortunately these appliances will eventually fail. Without a working hot water heater you will experience a flashback to the 1800's, [...]

Keep your MN home cool and dry this summer! Leaks are sometimes hard to find, but easy to prevent. There are a number of things you can do to prevent and eliminate leaks in your home. Our team of experts recommends that you do the following on a regular [...]

Plumbing Spring Cleaning Tips Chances are that checking your plumbing does not feature in your normal spring cleaning list. You should, however, check your plumbing regularly (at least once a year) as doing preventative maintenance on a regular basis can save you lots of money and time down the [...]

As winter approaches in Minnesota, one of the things you definitely need to look at and prepare before the cold weather is your plumbing. As the temperature continues to drop in the months to come, your plumbing will increasingly be at risk. Not only could this cause major inconveniences, [...]

Most people have heard of the term, ‘go green’ enough to know its benefits. The earth could use a lot less chemicals, gases and other harmful components in its atmosphere and soil. Everyone can help eliminate and or reduce these elements in various ways. One way to contribute is [...]

Low water pressure can affect a single faucet, an appliance or, more baffling, reduce your entire household's water supply to a fickle trickle. Before you worry yourself about a looming plumbing repair bill, use these tips to see if you can get the water pressure (and your spirits) back to [...]

Every month thousands of dollars are wasted in Minnesota from small water leaks! Finding a water leak in your home not only helps save money, it is the first step to preventing major plumbing disasters! Water leak detection is a service offered by MN Plumbing and Appliance and we’d [...]

Whether your home plumbing system is comprised of lead, steel, copper, PVC, or PEX piping, knowing what your pipes are made of helps you prepare for the future! You can plan for maximum durability and longevity of your home's plumbing system by knowing the composition of the piping in [...]

Buying a new home is a hefty long term investment. When purchasing a home, most homeowners critique and compare many properties looking for the perfect home exterior, the right price, and ideal location to meet their predetermined desires. MN Plumbing and Appliance encourages home buyers, potential new homeowners, and [...]

Nothing worse is worse than a home plumbing project gone terribly wrong. Flooded homes, basements, and attics can be disastrous! Plumbing projects gone south are specifically damaging here in the north during the frigid Minnesota winter months. Here are three common problems that many a do-it-yourselfer have wasted a [...]

At first, doing it yourself has an appearance of being an efficient and economical alternative to quickly complete your plumbing project or home improvement task. Of course there are many variables for each and every project. How much time will the project take, do I have the skills and [...]