New construction, existing homes, and additions
       Commercial
       Bath Room and Kitchen remodeling
       Faucet repairs or replacement
       Toilet repairs or replacement
       Garbage Disposals
       Water Heater Replacements
       Pumps (submersible or jet) and Pressure Tanks
       Sump Pumps (backup battery-operated)
       Backflow Prevention
       Leak repairs
       Re-piping of drain & water lines
       Public water & sewer conversions

Remember to unhook the hose from your outdoor faucet before freezing weather. If the hose is not unhooked, the water that canít drain from the faucet and will freeze, causing the faucet to freeze and crack.

Certain models of newer style outdoor faucets have the tendency to spray you when you turn them off with a hose connected to them. Here are two simple solutions to try to avoid getting sprayed: hold the hose nozzle open while turning the faucet off or try to turning the handle off very slowly. Both of these methods should allow the pressure to be released, thereby avoiding getting sprayed. Groffís can easily replace these faucets with another style that doesnít spray you.

Excessive water pressure in your house can damage your faucets and plumbing fixtures. Certain areas with municipal water have higher pressure than is recommended. Have you had your water pressure tested lately? Groffís can install pressure reducing valves to provide the proper water pressure for your home.

Do you have a sump pump in your basement? During a power outage a sump pump wonít run. Prevent basement flooding with a backup battery-operated sump pump. Call Groffís schedule an installation.

Remember to keep your garage door closed in the winter time if you have a utility sink in your garage or a bathroom above your garage, this will help prevent frozen pipes.

Electric Water Heaters: If you donít have any hot water, here are some things to check. First check the breaker panel to make sure the breaker didnít trip. Next check the reset button on the thermostat. If the reset button is tripped, push it in. If the reset button trips again youíll probably need to have your thermostat replaced. Call Groffís to schedule a service call.

Gas Water Heaters: If you have a power vented water heater it is important to keep the outside vent (PVC elbow) free from obstructions such as leaves or snow. To restart your power venter after a power outage or tripped breaker, unplug the blower then plug it again. If the water heater fails to restart call Groffís to schedule a service call.

Turn off your water at the main water shut-off if you are going to be away from your home for a few days. This can help eliminate water damage due to a leak or excessive water usage due to a malfunctioning toilet. The main water shut-off valve is usually located in the basement close to where the water line enters your house, either from a well or public water.

As a result of legislation passed by the federal government several years ago all toilets installed for residential use need to be 1.6 gallon flush. These toilets save water but certain models tend to clog more easily than the older style toilets. In most cases using a plunger will take care of the problem. However, if this a recurring problem and youíre tired of using the plunger, you may want to consider replacing your toilet. We have found that VORTENS toilets have performed very well and are value priced. Call Groffís for more information or to schedule for toilet replacement.