Restaurants and commercial kitchens of all sizes are required to install a grease trap in their kitchens although coding issues on this piece of equipment differs from region to region. You can read the Georgia State codes on the installation of traps, interceptors and separators here. It’s important to get the right size because if you […]
Drain flies (aka sewer flies or drain gnats) live and breed in your drains. If your drain has alot of organic matter that is decaying, then you will more than likely get an infestation of drain flies. An example of this problem would be food debris stuck in your garbage disposal. But it’s not just […]
Yes, septic tanks and the components attached to them can certainly freeze during the winter if the temperature drops below zero for an extended period of time. But if the septic tank and the septic line are buried deep enough and properly installed you may have a good chance of avoiding this problem. If you […]
Your plumbing problems and issues aren’t going to stop just because the world is under a lockdown due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. But at the same time, many homeowners may be anxious about having servicemen / servicewomen come into their homes. So, let’s go over some information on how to best protect yourself and your […]
If you notice some bluish-green gunk on your faucet, then you have a problem with limescale. That limescale, or scale deposit, is there because you live in an area with hard water. “Hard water is water that has high mineral content (in contrast with “soft water”). Hard water is formed when water percolates through deposits of limestone, chalk or gypsum[1] which are largely made up of calcium and magnesium carbonates, bicarbonates and sulfates.” – Wikipedia.org […]
The general depth of underground water pipes is 12 inches below the frost line in your specific geographical area. If you are building a home or are having some construction work done on your property and you come across water lines that are buried less than the appropriate depth we would recommend that you re-bury […]
Water heaters, unfortunately do not last forever. Generally speaking, if your water heater is 10 years old or more, then chances are that it may need to be replaced. But there are other signs that can indicate that it’s time to replace that water heater in your home. 6 Signs That Your Water Heater Needs […]
The average lifespan of a sump pump is about 7 to 10 years. A sump pump is like any other appliance and equipment in your home. It won’t last forever, but you’ll notice if it malfunctions before long! How Often Should A Sump Pump Be Replaced? Most homeowners replace their sump pumps when they break […]
Many older homes (originally built before and including the 1930’s) in the Atlanta area were built with clay sewer pipes. This was not unusual at the time but since then, we have developed newer and better types of pipes that can last longer – but be aware that there are pros and cons to clay […]
An indication that something is jamming your garbage disposal unit is if you turn it on and hear a humming noise. So, the problem (when you hear humming) is that something is stuck in your garbage disposal. One of the most common calls we get here at Atlantis Plumbing in Georgia is to unclog a […]
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