Blog Posts in 2015

How to Keep Your Water Bill Low in the Winter

In winter, especially in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles County areas, utility bills continue to stay high. Heating bills are high, and that does not just mean central heating and electricity for space heaters. It takes energy to heat up the water in your home as well. You can take the right steps to reduce your household bills, especially plumbing. It can make up some of the difference ...

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Broken Pipes?

In the event of a natural disaster, an earthquake or fire, as examples, homeowners insurance can be a blessing. The damage can be incredible, and cost many thousands of dollars. Thankfully, homeowners insurance can absorb most of the cost. There are some areas that insurance will not cover, however, so it is important that you know what benefits your policy will provide. If the insurance company ...

PEX vs Copper Piping

At Duran & Sons Universal Plumbing & Rooter , we understand which kind of pipe is best for your home. If you are dealing with a water leak and the only solution to the issue is re-piping , you will be presented with two options: PEX or copper. While copper piping is still considered the standard choice, as it has been for centuries, PEX is gaining popularity over the last 30 years. Let’s take a ...

How to Stop Leaks with Brass Fittings

At Duran & Sons Universal Plumbing & Rooter , we know that copper water lines are typically used in Southern California homes. When a leak occurs, the most common way to fix it is by using brass compression fittings. These are comprised of a valve body, a ferrule (a round copper ring), and a nut which screws to the valve body, compressing the ferrule as it is tightened. The compressed ferrule ...