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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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Do I have a Slab Leak?

Posted on April 18th, 2022

Concerned you may have a slab leak? Wondering what exactly they are? There are 2 types of slab leaks. Sewer and Water.  If you have a slab foundation, before they poured the concrete for it- plumbing pipes were roughed in. Because of this- many of your home’s main plumbing lines are found underneath your home. […]

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Auger Pros Plumbing Helpful Spring Tips

Posted on March 23rd, 2022

The flowers are starting to bloom in Texas, which means it’s time for Auger Pros Plumbing Spring Plumbing tips. We hope these plumbing maintenance tips can help you protect your home against plumbing issues in the future. Read on! Bathroom/Kitchens Check toilets for hidden leaks. Add a few drops of food coloring to the toilet […]

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Is The Leak In My Yard a Sprinkler or Plumbing Main Line Yard Leak?

Posted on March 18th, 2022

Soggy yard? Excess water pooling and trying to figure out if it is your mainline pipe leaking or a sprinkler leak? Auger Pros Plumbing can locate where the break may be in your plumbing mainline if that is the cause. One of our licensed plumbers will come out, detect the source of the leak and […]

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What is World Plumbing Day?

Posted on March 10th, 2022

World Plumbing Day is an international event, initiated by the World Plumbing Council, held on March 11th each year to recognize the important role plumbing plays in health and well-being. The WPC is an international organization made up of 200 members from over 30 countries around the world. It is their goal to achieve the […]

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3 Reasons To Turn Down Your Water Heater Temperature

Posted on February 10th, 2022

Most water heater manufacturers set water heater thermostats at 140ºF, but most households usually only require them to be set at 120ºF. Granted, there is nothing more soothing on a cold day than a hot shower to take off the winter chill. We all know how wonderful that can feel. But there are justifiable benefits […]

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What are the Main Types of Plumbing Pipes Used for Your Home Plumbing System?

Posted on January 31st, 2022

Has your plumber given you an estimate and is he mentioning all kinds of technical pipe names? We know it can be confusing because of the choices of several types of plumbing pipes used for water. Hopefully, this article on the main types of plumbing pipes used in residences will help explain better. 1. PVC Pipes […]

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Auger Pros Plumbing Fishing Weekend Break

Posted on January 17th, 2022

Even Auger Pros Plumbing workaholics need a break at times. Fishing weekend in Arkansas at the White and Buffalo rivers. Our CEO, Jerry Schrader, and his fiancee-Our Office Manager- Michelle.

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Signs Your Sewer Main Line is in Need of Repair

Posted on January 4th, 2022

You probably know that in your house- there are drain lines that carry your drainage water away from your sinks, showers, tubs, and toilets. All these lines lead to the main sewer line. This large pipe sends the waste from your home into the city sewer system. But did you know that if it gets […]

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