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Plumbing Emergencies After Business Hours: What Should You Do?

Quick Summary: If a plumbing emergency happens after hours, shut off your home’s main water valve immediately to stop flooding. Avoid using toilets, sinks, or drains if you suspect a sewer backup. Move items out of affected areas and never enter water near electrical...

Understanding Your Sewer Cleanout: Where It Is and How It’s Used

The sink won’t drain. The toilet’s backing up. Water’s starting to rise where it shouldn’t. You call a plumber, and after hearing what’s going on, the first question they ask is: “Do you know where your cleanout is?” If you’re like most homeowners in Murrieta,...

What Type of Pipes Does Your Temecula Valley Home Have? PEX, Copper, and Galvanized Explained

In many Temecula Valley homes, the plumbing you cannot see matters just as much as the fixtures you can. Between older neighborhoods in Temecula and Murrieta, growing communities in Menifee and Wildomar, and homes near Lake Elsinore, there is a wide mix of pipe...

High Water Pressure Problems: How PRVs and Expansion Tanks Protect Your Plumbing

High water pressure feels great at the tap, but it quietly wears out a home. Pipes and supply lines see constant strain, faucet cartridges fail early, and water heaters can start venting through the relief valve. The practical fix is to measure what’s actually coming...

The Impact of Southern California’s Hard Water on Plumbing Systems

You might not see it at first, but every drop of water in your home carries minerals, mainly calcium and magnesium, that over time can wreak havoc on your plumbing system. In Southern California, hard water is common, and its long-term effects are often hidden until...

Plumbing Repairs That Can Cost You Thousands And How to Prevent Them

Not all plumbing problems are created equal. A dripping faucet may be annoying, but it’s rarely the issue that drains your savings. Homeowners in Murrieta, Menifee, Lake Elsinore, and surrounding areas face far more serious and expensive plumbing emergencies every...

Why More Southern California Insurance Companies Are Requiring Automatic Water Shutoff Valves

If you own a home in Southern California, there’s a growing chance your insurance provider may require you to install an automatic water shutoff valve. These devices are no longer considered high-tech luxuries they're fast becoming a standard line of defense against...

What Drain Camera Inspections Reveal That Snaking Doesn’t in Southern California Homes

If you’ve had a drain snaked multiple times, and the problem keeps coming back, it might be time to take a closer look, literally. While snaking is a helpful short-term fix, it doesn’t provide a full picture of what’s happening inside your plumbing system. That’s...

Why Your Toilet Keeps Running, Leaking, or Flushing on Its Own and How to Fix It

Toilet problems can be a quiet nuisance or a full-blown plumbing headache. Whether it's the sound of running water, a surprise puddle at the base, or a toilet that flushes without warning, these issues are all too common in homes across Southern California, especially...

How to Protect Your Home from Costly Slab Leaks in Southern California

Preventing Slab Leaks Before They Cause Expensive Damage Slab leaks are one of the most expensive and disruptive plumbing issues homeowners in Southern California face. While these leaks occur beneath your home’s foundation, they don’t always show obvious signs until...

When Do You Need to Hire a Plumber?

A fundamental function of us enjoying our homes is our plumbing system. The plumbing in your property should be something that you can rely on and not even notice on a day to day basis. But be it be a leaky faucet, a blocked toilet, or something more serious, there...

What is trenchless sewer repair, replacement and pipe relining

Problems with your sewer line often provide little warning. Unfortunately, sewer line replacement often costs more than other plumbing repairs. With trenchless sewer repair, we can fix your pipes without a lot of digging. Canyon Hills Plumbing provides cured-in-place...

Common Slab Leak Causes, How To Fix And Prevent Them

Have you suddenly noticed moist spots on your floor? Have you been frustrated by low water pressure in the shower? Are you facing higher utility or water bills than usual? If so, this means you may be dealing with a slab leak in your home. Before we explain what a...

Our Commitment To You During COVID-19 Coronavirus

Thank you so much for entrusting your home and businesses plumbing needs to Canyon Hills Plumbing. We take this responsibility very seriously, ensuring we deliver on our promise to you every day. Given the current outbreak of COVID-19 Coronavirus and the impact the...

Top Warning Signs Of Sewer Backup

When you send water "down the drain" in your house, it will pass through the drain pipelines and into a sewage system line. All of the drains within your home feed into one primary drain line, which then feeds water and waste back toward the public water treatment...

Tankless Water Heater vs. Standard Tank Storage Water Heater

If you need to get a new water heater, it is important to weigh your options carefully before making a decision. Tankless water heaters and standard water heater models both have their advantages and drawbacks. Deciding what type of water heater to buy is based on...

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