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Ways to Give Glory to God as a Business Owner

Posted on February 23rd, 2023

I woke up this morning inspired by so many inspirational people who are in a place of influence and who have used it for good( Tim Tebow, Rick Warren, and Martin Luther King Jr to name a few). Knowing that I am just an office manager at a plumbing company, without millions of followers hanging […]

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Cast Iron Pipes: A Homeowners Guide

Posted on February 15th, 2023

Cast iron pipes have been a popular choice for residential plumbing for many years due to their durability and longevity. However, like all materials, they do have a finite lifespan and eventually need to be replaced. Deterioration of cast iron pipes is normal after just 25 years, so homeowners should conduct routine inspections. An estimated […]

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25 Common Plumbing Terms

Posted on January 19th, 2023

Scratching your head at what the plumber is telling you? If you have a plumbing problem and can’t understand what the plumber is saying -you’ve got to know the lingo. Please see our glossary of 25 common plumbing terms below: Aerator It is an insert screwed onto a faucet nozzle that reduces splashing by mixing […]

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Auger Pros 2022 Christmas Party

Posted on December 22nd, 2022

At Auger Pros, our employees work hard, and long hours. And we love to show them how much they mean to us. Every year we have a Christmas party with a White Elephant Gift Exchange, Raffles, and Prizes for the Best Ugly Christmas sweater. But I have to say- this year was the BEST. Roman […]

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Why Am I Running Out of Hot Water?

Posted on December 16th, 2022

There are many different reasons why your water heater isn’t producing enough hot water. The unit could be too small for your usage, or the water heater settings may be incorrect, or perhaps it is on its way of going out. Sediment buildup, broken dip tubes or heating elements, and leaks can all cause your […]

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Auger Pros Plumbing Toy Drive

Posted on November 18th, 2022

Auger Pros Plumbing & Drain is partnering with ACO, the All Community Outreach in Allen to be a drop-off location for unwrapped toys for the Children of the Allen, Texas Community. Auger Pros Plumbing Toy drive will be starting 11-18-22 and ending 12-7-22 so the ACO elves can sort and distribute the gifts. ACO has […]

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Warning Signs of Commercial Plumbing Problems

Posted on November 3rd, 2022

If you are able to identify potential commercial plumbing problems early-It can curb the damage to your pipes and reduce the cost of your Allen, Texas commercial plumbing repairs. Recognizing the warning signs of plumbing problems developing can help you to address the issues expediently and get them taken care of. Here are some warning […]

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Want To Prevent Tree Roots From Ruining Your Sewer Line?

Posted on September 27th, 2022

Sewer lines are filled with all the things trees would love to get their growing roots on — especially when there’s a leak giving extra nourishment to them. If a root takes hold inside one of your sewer lines, Let’s hope that you or a plumber notices before costly damage is done! Hopefully, you will […]

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Simple Ways To Save Money On Plumbing Repairs

Posted on August 26th, 2022

Plumbing problems can cause significant migraines for homeowners. Common issues include leaks, clogs, and sewer issues. Not only can these problems wreak havoc on your home (and make for a terrible day), but they can also take a bite out of your budget. But many preventative steps can be taken to avoid such disasters and to […]

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How to Retrieve Lost Jewelry Down The Drain

Posted on August 3rd, 2022

Oh NO, has your favorite piece of jewelry fallen down the drain?? Have a treasured piece of jewelry that to your horror fell down the drain? Your grandmother’s family heirloom earrings or the beautiful engagement ring that you took off to do the dishes? Your first instinct may be to think they are gone in […]

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Common Restaurant Plumbing Problems

Posted on July 14th, 2022

Plumbing issues can cause restaurant owners major costs and huge headaches. The most prevalent reason for plumbing problems in restaurants is caused by clogged pipes, which make the plumbing back up, overflow, and not drain properly. This can all be prevented by properly training the staff where they should put leftover food and other materials […]

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6 Benefits of Water Heater Maintenance

Posted on June 22nd, 2022

We all take Hot water for granted – until that unexpected morning that we step into the shower, eyes still half-closed, to awaken instantly with a scream as a blast of cold water hits us and we hurl ourselves back out. Talk about a wake-up call! In order for your water heater to flow as […]

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Auger Pros Plumbing 2022 Company Picnic

Posted on June 6th, 2022

Had a great time this week with our team at Lake Lewisville for our annual Auger Pros Plumbing company picnic. There were fun, food, and festivities. D & S Catering came out and made gourmet hot dogs and hamburgers, we enjoyed volleyball, sack races, horseshoes, and tug o war. I was even on the winning […]

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Investigation Of Ancient Poop Reveals Stonehenge Diets At The Time

Posted on May 23rd, 2022

The builders of the Stonehenge settlement around 2500 BC more than likely ate cow organs. And their pet dogs were probably given the scraps. How do we now know this? An analysis of ancient feces dating back 4,500 years found at Durrington Walls, a settlement roughly two miles from Stonehenge where builders likely lived while […]

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Critters That Can Crawl Up Your Toilet( And how to stop them!)

Posted on May 18th, 2022

My skin crawls just even thinking that a critter can crawl up inside my toilet…It gives new meaning to checking under the bed for hidden monsters as a kid…I assure you once I realized any of this was within the realm of possibility- As an adult-I will be checking between my nether regions on my […]

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