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Recall Alert – Dangerous Pressure Assisted Toilets
Flushmate is announcing the volunteer recall of Flushmate II 501-B units manufactured from September 3, 1996 through December 7, 2013. Recalled Flushmate II 501-B units can burst at or near the vessel weld seam releasing stored pressure. This pressure can lift the...
Tankless Water Heaters
I get asked all the time about tankless water heaters. Tankless water heaters have come along way in the past few years that may make it the right item for you. While it is not right for every situation, it could be right for you. They can be installed with natural...
Durapro Toilet Connector Settlement
There is a settlement with Interline Brands Inc. about DuraPro toilet connectors with certain types of plastic coupling nuts that could fail and cause water damage. Interline denies that it has done anything wrong. The settlement covers the purchase and possession of...
On This Date in Plumbing History 1993
On June 7th 1993 George Shaw started his professional plumbing career. He has honed his skills for the past 25 years to become one of the most respected plumbers in the area. George has been known to not only help people by repairing their plumbing problems, but to...
On This Date in Plumbing History 2001
On May 1st, 2001 George Shaw established Shaw Plumbing and has helped many in Westmoreland and Allegheny Counties in their plumbing needs.
Just Say NO!
If your roofer, landscaper, carpenter, or the person that puts up your Christmas decorations wants to repair your toilet, sink, or other plumbing fixture JUST SAY NO! Let your electrician repair your lights and electrical outlets, let a certified HVAC work on your...
On This Date in Plumbing History 1998
On this date, April 22, 1998 George Shaw received his Registered Master Plumbing license from the Allegheny County Health Department. Is the person you called for your plumbing work a registered master plumber? Do they know the plumbing codes or proper installation...
Drain Cleaning – Shaw Plumbing does That!
Back up or slow drains. Call Shaw Plumbing to have your drains cleaned. Whether it be a slow kitchen sink, bathtub, or bathroom sink, a clogged toilet or even a main sewer line backup, Shaw Plumbing can get your drain running fast again.
Water Heater Prices To Increase in June
I have been advised by my suppliers that effective Monday June 4th, water heater prices will increase. The expected increase is 10%-15%. This means the price of a residential water heater will increase $40-$150, depending on the size and type of water heater that you...