Plumbing

Alliance to Prevent Legionnaires' Disease applauds U.S. EPA recommendation to increase minimum disinfectant levels and placing greater emphasis on protecting homes from legionella

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

"We applaud the EPA for setting new guidelines to better ensure the safety of our water," said Tonya Winders, Executive Director of the Alliance to Prevent Legionnaires' Disease.

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  • "We applaud the EPA for setting new guidelines to better ensure the safety of our water," said Tonya Winders, Executive Director of the Alliance to Prevent Legionnaires' Disease.
  • According to the CDC, 96 percent of all Legionnaires' Disease cases are individual, sporadic cases and not related to outbreaks.
  • Legionnaires' Disease is a waterborne illness, caused by Legionella bacteria, which is present in biofilms in water systems.
  • The full Working Group report can be found here: https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2023-11/report-of-the-mdbp-ru...
    For more information on Legionnaires' Disease and the Alliance to Prevent Legionnaires' Disease, visit the Alliance's website: https://preventlegionnaires.org/ .

Knoxville plumber advises area residents to prep for colder weather by winterizing their homes

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the frigid winter season sets in, My Professional Plumber, a family-owned home service business serving greater Knoxville since 2010, is advising homeowners to protect their greatest asset by winterizing their pipes ahead of potential freezing weather. 

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  • Winterizing your home is crucial for preserving the integrity of your plumbing system."
  • This can prevent plumbing lines running through the garage from getting as cold as they might if exposed to outdoor temperatures.
  • The team of seasoned professionals at My Professional Plumber stands ready to assist homeowners in safeguarding their properties against winter-related plumbing woes.
  • To learn more about My Professional Plumber visit www.myplumbertn.com or call 865-221-7157 to schedule a consultation.

American Water Shares Reminders and Resolutions about Water Services for the New Year

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

Save water and money inside your home:

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  • Save water and money inside your home:
    Run dishwashers and clothes washers only when they are full.
  • Use low-flow showerheads and faucet aerators to reduce the flow of water without reducing pressure.
  • When temperatures stay below freezing, allow a small trickle of water to run to help keep pipes from freezing.
  • Check for leaks after the first thaw by having a plumber walk your property to inspect water lines.

Bemis to Showcase a Trio of Innovative Products at CES 2024

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

The company will spotlight all three at CES 2024 Jan. 9-12 in Las Vegas.

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  • The company will spotlight all three at CES 2024 Jan. 9-12 in Las Vegas.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240104578605/en/
    The Bio Bidet BB-1200 Bidet Toilet Seat and Bemis Living App.
  • “With the Bemis Living App and Bio Bidet BB-1200 seat, we’re at the forefront of bringing the U.S. an innovative, affordable, and consumer-friendly app-controlled bidet experience.
  • Visit Bemis at Booth 52832 in the Venetian Expo at CES, the biggest trade show in the world, where companies show the latest and greatest technology and smart home products.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Disaster-Preparedness Air Vent Pipe (TRO-976)

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

My design would help avoid flooding and damage by keeping channels flowing with efficiency."

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  • My design would help avoid flooding and damage by keeping channels flowing with efficiency."
  • The patent-pending invention provides a disaster-preparedness air vent pipe for connection at the inlet of a culvert pipe for increase in water flow.
  • It also would reduce the potential for flooding of the surrounding area.
  • 22-TRO-976, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

Keep Thanksgiving and Black Friday from Going Down the Pipes

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Monday, November 20, 2023

“If you’re hosting Thanksgiving this year, there are some things, beyond your grocery shopping, that you can do to prevent your holiday from going down the pipes,” said BJ Richardson, Division Plumbing Manager East with Service Experts.

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  • “If you’re hosting Thanksgiving this year, there are some things, beyond your grocery shopping, that you can do to prevent your holiday from going down the pipes,” said BJ Richardson, Division Plumbing Manager East with Service Experts.
  • Nothing puts a damper on Thanksgiving dinner quite like a backup.”
    Minor problems that have gone unnoticed will expose themselves when put under the added pressure of the holiday.
  • If you usually use flushable wipes, put them away so the multiplied traffic doesn’t wreak havoc on your pipes, even as a preventative.
  • All wastewater from your house regardless of where it’s coming from is ultimately “fighting” to get through the sewer pipes.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Flexible Hard Pipe (HAD-248)

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

PITTSBURGH, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "I'm an electrician and I needed an adjustable way to allow straight piping to be redirected in almost any direction," said an inventor, from Dania Beach, Fla., "so I invented the FLEXIBLE HARD PIPE.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "I'm an electrician and I needed an adjustable way to allow straight piping to be redirected in almost any direction," said an inventor, from Dania Beach, Fla., "so I invented the FLEXIBLE HARD PIPE.
  • My design would eliminate the common frustrations, angular measurements, and attachment requirements to accommodate use of standard hard-based piping elbow fittings."
  • The patent-pending invention provides a flexible hard pipe designed to create custom piping configurations.
  • 22-HAD-248, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

American Water Provides Essential Tips for Winter Weather

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., urges customers and the general public to follow these essential tips to help ensure you and your loved ones stay safe and comfortable during the colder months.

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  • American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., urges customers and the general public to follow these essential tips to help ensure you and your loved ones stay safe and comfortable during the colder months.
  • Take action now by preparing your plumbing:
    Know how to shut off your water: Locate your main water shut-off valve.
  • In many homes, it is located near the water meter or close to where the water pipe enters the home.
  • Before submitting an Emergency Report for an urgent water service issue in your area, we encourage American Water customers to review the current emergency alerts for your state.

Caraway Cookware Black Friday (2023): Summary of Early Offers Published by Spending Lab

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Saturday, November 18, 2023

Summary of any early Caraway cookware Black Friday 2023 offers, including a review of any available deals on stainless steel, non-stick, and ceramic cookware sets. Links to any identified offers are listed below.

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Summary of any early Caraway cookware Black Friday 2023 offers, including a review of any available deals on stainless steel, non-stick, and ceramic cookware sets. Links to any identified offers are listed below.

Keeney Celebrates 100 Years of Growth and Innovation in the Plumbing Industry

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

(Photo: Oatey)

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  • (Photo: Oatey)
    The journey that created Keeney is one filled with determination, ingenuity, and the unwavering commitment of the founding family.
  • Thus, Bertha, despite being the majority shareholder of Keeney, called on her brother-in-law William Keeney to be the figurehead of the company.
  • Remarkable History: Over the years, Keeney has pursued an inspiring journey of operational expansion and product innovation, evolving into a global leader in the plumbing industry.
  • With strategically located facilities in the United States, Canada, and China, Keeney serves customers worldwide with its range of plumbing solutions.