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# Duncan Plumbing: Duncan Plumbing is a Diamond Certified Plumbing Company dedicated to providing Santa Cruz County residents and businesses with prompt, courteous and professional service. Our company features highly skilled and well-mannered plumbers who pride themselves on customer satisfaction and attention to detail.

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- [How to Naturally Unclog Bathroom & Kitchen Sink](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/how-to-unclog-a-sink/): Our kitchen and bathroom sinks are an essential part of our daily routine - from washing our hands to doing the dishes, they are constantly in use. However, with frequent use comes the inevitable clogging of drains.
- [Clogged Toilet Chaos? How Santa Cruz Residents Can Handle Toilet Clogs Like a Pro](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/how-to-unclog-a-toilet/): Few household inconveniences rival the annoyance of a clogged toilet. It's a problem that always seems to happen at the worst possible time, and it can quickly escalate into a messy and expensive disaster if not addressed properly.
- [11 Common Types of Plumbing Emergencies and How to Handle Them](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/common-plumbing-emergencies/): Plumbing emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere in your home. Whether it be in your kitchen, bathroom, or basement - these emergencies can cause a lot of stress and damage if not handled properly and promptly. The longer you wait to address a plumbing issue, the worse it will become.
- [Heat Pump Water Heater: A Comprehensive Guide to Its Functionality and Benefits](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/what-is-a-heat-pump-water-heater/): In today’s era of high costs and continuous inflation, we’re all looking for ways to cut down on utility bills and other monthly expenses. 
- [What is Sewer Jetting? Everything You Need to Know](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/what-is-sewer-jetting/): Professional sewer jetting is the most effective way to clean out clogged drain lines. This powerful cleaning process (also known as hydro jetting) uses a high-pressure water hose to blast away any debris or buildup that’s causing blockages in your pipes.  
- [Bathtub Won’t Drain? Here’s What You Can Do About It](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/bathtub-wont-drain/): This is when you need to address why the bathtub won't drain and get the problem repaired quickly. Most of the causes of this situation are easily fixed, but some of them will require a professional plumber to be called.
- [How to Fix a Clogged Sewer Line](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/clogged-sewer-line/): Got a clogged sewer line?
- [7 Water Heater Maintenance Tips for Homeowners](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/how-to-maintain-a-water-heater/): Your water heater is a workhorse. It’s often overlooked, but it is a necessity in your home. Do you want a nice, hot shower? How about hot water to wash dishes or clothes? None of that is possible without a water heater. 
- [Why DIY Water Heater Repair Projects Fail and What You Can Do](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/diy-water-heater-repair-projects-fail-can/): DIY water heater repair is an excellent way to save a little money if you know what you are doing. That simply isn’t the case for most homeowners.
- [Effects of a Clogged Storm Drain and Possible Solutions](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/effects-clogged-storm-drain-possible-solutions/): A storm drain, which is sometimes known as a catch basin, is essentially used to collect water run-off from rainwater while channeling it out and away from buildings, yards, parking lots, or other areas where it might pool and potentially cause damage.Clogged storm drains negate this function, and if not taken care of quickly, water damage could occur that may cause substantial harm to the surrounding area that the storm drain was meant to protect. You could be looking at considerable repair costs, which is why clogged storm drains should be addressed as soon as possible.
- [How The Storm And Roof Gutter Drains Should Be Cleaned To Work Properly?](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/storm-roof-gutter-drains-cleaned-work-properly/): Storm and roof gutter drains are an integral part of our homes. They help us control and remove most of the water that comes into our home from outside sources such as storms and heavy rain and it also helps to keep the water out of our crawl spaces. However, the importance of these two systems is often understated, and, as a result, we end up leaving our storm and roof gutters clogged, dirty and failing to fulfill its purpose.
- [Must We Fix Any Leakage In Sewer Pipes Immediately?](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/fix-leakage-sewer-pipes-immediately/): Have you noticed signs of leakage in your home’s sewer pipes? If so, the situation is probably as welcome as a weekend visit from the in-laws. Unfortunately, you cannot afford to ignore them completely... and the plumbing problems shouldn’t be overlooked either.
- [Two Ways to Stop Leaks in Flexible Plumbing Supply Lines](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/two-ways-to-stop-leaks-in-flexible-plumbing-supply-lines/): Two basic types of flexible supply lines are available - tubing or braided hoses.  Plain and corrugated copper tubing and plastic tubing require ferrules and nuts for connections to the stop valve. The fixture ended differs for faucets or toilets.  Braided flexible supply lines - either plastic or stainless steel - have attached nuts (different for faucets or toilets) at one end and nuts for stop valves at the other.  Braided lines are the easiest to use.  Make sure you buy lines of an appropriate length.  Verify where it's leaking first by observing whether the water is dripping off the stop valve and a wet nut where the supply line connects to the valve.  That could be a loose connection.
- [10 Things To Remember When Installing Any New Faucet](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/10-things-remember-installing-new-faucet/): Although it is a simple job, installing a new faucet can be challenging.  Because of the location of the faucet, the tricky part is accessing the parts, says your local Santa Cruz plumber.  You will probably end up on your back reaching up behind the sink to loosen the faucet mounting nuts, while at the same time, it will be necessary to navigate past the supply and waste lines, working in an area that provides little, if any, elbow room.
- [Ways to Solve Your Flooded Crawl Space Problems](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/flooded-crawl-space-problems/): A flooded crawl space can wreak havoc on your home. Whether your crawl space has taken on an abundance of water due to torrential rain, a sewer backup, or broken/ leaking pipes, one thing is clear. The resulting standing water is a major problem that must be addressed.Failing to remedy your flooding crawl space issues can result in permanent damage to your home's foundation, sagging floors, rot, and foul smells. Additionally, standing water and excess moisture in a crawl space create an attractive breeding ground for mold and even common crawl space pests like mice, rats, and termites. Over time, the cost to repair your damaged home, and the risks to you and your family's health can really add up.
- [How to Identify and Fix Sewer Gas Smell in Your House](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/fix-sewer-gas-smell/): Unpleasant odors in your home can be quite irritating. But if there is a sewer smell in the house, similar to that of rotten eggs or cabbage, you may have a sewer gas leak. Gasses off-put by the sewer are a byproduct of the breakdown of waste. But the pungent smell they create is not just disgusting - these gasses can be dangerous as well.
- [How To Get Rid of Drain Flies](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/get-rid-drain-flies/): Drain flies or sewer flies are common but often overlooked insects associated with moist, highly organic areas such as sink drains, sewage pipes or sewage treatment facilities, storm drains, dung, and rotten vegetation says the expert Santa Cruz plumber.  If you have a reoccurring problem that can't easily be solved then most likely you have a cracked sewer line.
- [Is Hydro Jetting the Drain Cleaning Solution You Need](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/hydro-jetting-drain-cleaning-solution/): Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to prevent this – one of which is hydro jetting drain cleaning.
- [How to Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing?](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/prevent-pipes-freezing/): As we approach winter, we are forced to adapt to long nights, chilly temperatures and large heating bills. One thing that you should be thinking about is the pipes in your house freezing. Even if it's not ideal, you might need to pay for plumbing services.
- [10 DIY Plumbing Tips That Will Save You A Lot Of Time And Money](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/diy-plumbing-tips-save-time-money/): Are you tired of hiring plumbing services for issues that you could fix or avoid yourself? We know it’s not always necessary for homeowners to call out a plumber for issues like drain cleaning. With these quick tips, you’ll be able to save yourself a lot of time and money, fixing many of the common issues that homeowners often face. For instance, with the right steps for drain cleaning, you can avoid calling out a plumber to handle a blockage. Here are the top tips you need to know.
- [How Plumbing Vents Work](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/plumbing-vents-work/): When you think about it, plumbing and vents don't sound like they could go together. A vent in plumbing may sound like another name for a drain, but that isn't anywhere near the truth. In fact, plumbing vents have a specific purpose that makes them especially important and needed in certain situations, and here's what they do and how they work.
- [Benefits To Installing Pressure Reducing Valves](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/benefits-to-installing-pressure-reducing-valves/): Some of the benefits to installing pressure reducing valves on the fixtures in your home include:
- [Replacement Upgrade Your Sump Pump](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/replacement-upgrade-sump-pump/): A sump pump assists in removing water from a wet basement, transforming it into a usable space. According to the Santa Cruz plumbing expert, before you buy a sump pump, first identify the source of the water in your basement.  If water seeps into your basement because of a high water table, removing the water with a sump pump is the answer.
- [Home Maintenance Solar Water Heating Systems](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/home-maintenance-solar-water-heating-systems/): Check that the solar water heating systems circuit breakers are in the “ON” position. Turn the switch on the timer to “ON” and wait 15 minutes. If the water doesn’t heat up, turn the timer switch and water heater circuit breakers off and remove the top access cover on the tank with a Phillips screwdriver.
- [Basic Water Heater Anatomy: An Ounce of Prevention](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/basic-water-heater-anatomy-ounce-prevention/): With the holidays approaching, a few things will make your family and guests as grumpy as being without hot water for a shower when they want it.  Water heaters, according to the Santa Cruz plumbing experts (which are powered by gas in about half the homes in the United States and by electricity in the other half), are hardworking members of your heating/cooling equipment.
- [Restarting A Jammed Garbage Disposal Unit](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/restarting-jammed-garbage-disposal-unit/): Garbage disposers come in two designs:  continuous feed and batch feed.  The continuous units allow you to push the waste directly into the top opening so it can be ground up and flushed away into the house drain system.  They are switch-operated, usually from a wall next to the sink.
- [Installing and Maintaining Solar Water Heater Systems](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/installing-maintaining-solar-water-heater-systems/): The proper installation of solar water heaters depends on many factors. These factors include solar resource, climate, local building code requirements, and safety issues; therefore, it's best to have a qualified Santa Cruz solar thermal systems contractor install your system.
- [Winterizing A Winter Home or Cabin](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/winterizing-winter-home-cabin/): Preventive plumbing tips are provided to avoid working with water in cold weather.  If these tips are followed before a cold spell, homeowners will be able to relax and know that expensive repairs will not be necessary.
- [Installing a Whole-house Water Filtration System](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/installing-whole-house-water-filtration-system/): A whole-house water filtration system is installed along the supply pipe carrying water to the house, located after the water meter, but before any other appliances in the pipe line. A whole-house system reduces the same elements as an under-sink system and can also help reduce the iron flowing into the water softener, prolonging its life.
- [Setting Up a Laundry Room](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/setting-laundry-room/): A laundry room doesn’t have to be a dull or boring place where you only go to throw your dirty clothes. Think about the great outdoors in summertime!  There is nothing more refreshing than hanging laundry out in the bright sunshine.  Bring that ambiance indoors with these setting up a laundry room ideas.
- [Tub Drain Assembly Repair](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/tub-drain-assembly-repair/): ♦There comes a time when every drain assembly needs to be replaced, say the experts at Duncan plumbing. The reason could be that the finish on the assembly has deteriorated, or the linkage is broken, or you want to make an aesthetic change from chrome to polished brass.
- [Why Is My Toilet Constantly Running?](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/why-is-my-toilet-constantly-running/): When it comes to troubleshooting gravity-flow toilets – one of the most overlooked problems is when the toilet doesn’t shut off completely. Customers describe hearing a hissing noise and say they see ripples in the bowl. These symptoms, according to the most referred Santa Cruz plumber, suggest a problem with the fill valve or ballcock.
- [Anchoring and How To Level Your Dishwasher](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/anchoring-and-how-to-level-your-dishwasher/): Three connections are needed for a dishwasher.  An electrical cable supplies 120 volts of power; a drain line runs to the trap or garbage disposer; and a supply line, hooked to a stop valve under the sink, brings water to the dishwasher.  In this tip, says the Santa Cruz plumbing experts, we will discuss anchoring and how to level your dishwasher.
- [What Is A Tankless Water Heater?](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/blog/what-is-a-tankless-water-heater/): A tankless water heater, also referred to as an on demand water heater, is designed to provide hot water as soon as the hot water faucet is turned on without keeping gallons of water in the tank. This process is driven by a computer system inside of the unit, which turns a burner on and heats the cold water running through the pipes in the heater. Once the faucet is turned off, the computer shuts the water heater down.

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- [Heat Pump Water Heater](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/services/heat-pump-water-heater/): Heat pump water heaters, or "hybrid water heaters," operate by using a heat pump to efficiently warm water for domestic purposes. Unlike traditional electric or gas water heaters, these heaters transfer heat from the surrounding air or ground. 
- [Smoke Test | Plumbing Leak Detection](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/services/smoke-test-plumbing/): Smoke testing is a non-invasive, highly efficient way to identify leaks and faulty connections in your plumbing system. By introducing a controlled amount of harmless but visible smoke into your system, our team can easily watch for signs of cracks, gaps, or faulty seals. 
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- [Trenchless Plumbing](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/trenchless-plumbing/): Directional drilling is a trenchless method of underground pipe installation. Horizontal boring machines drill a pilot hole which is able to enter and exit at predetermined locations and even change direction to avoid underground obstructions and preexisting lines. From this pilot hole, a new sewer, water line or conduit line can be established without a preexisting line - allowing for completely underground installation without the mess or expense of trenching!
- [Diamond Certified Company](https://www.duncanplumbing.us/diamond-certified-company/): There isn't anything more important for a business then a strong reputation and having the credibility that current and potential clients can count on. The Duncan Plumbing team always strives to service our clients in the best manner possible and to be fair and follow through on any commitment we make. We also know that hearing how great of a job we will do directly from us, the business, may not always be quite enough to convince customers to give us the opportunity for their business.
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