Plumbing Blog
Practical, Boca Raton-specific answers to the plumbing questions we hear most, from permits and pipe age to what to do in an emergency before help arrives.
Most plumbing advice online is written for nowhere in particular. That means it skips the details that actually change what you should do here. A limestone aquifer leaves the water moderately hard. A slab-on-grade housing stock means a supply line leak has nowhere to go but up through the concrete. And permitting runs specifically through Palm Beach County and the City of Boca Raton under Florida's plumbing code (the IPC). These posts are written for this city specifically, based on the calls we actually get.
New posts get added as questions come up often enough to be worth writing about regularly, so check back if you don't see your specific situation covered here yet. If you don't find what you're looking for, calling and asking directly is always faster than searching.
Latest posts
Do I Need a Permit for Repiping in Boca Raton?
Yes, almost every whole-home repipe in Boca Raton needs a permit, plus the older-home wrinkle to watch for.
Why Do Boca Raton Homes Get Slab Leaks?
Slab-on-grade construction and aging copper lines make slab leaks common here. Here's why, and what to do about it.
What to Do Before the Plumber Arrives for a Burst Pipe
Exactly what to do, and not do, in the critical minutes before help arrives for a burst pipe.
Water Heater Leaking From the Bottom? Here's What It Means
A puddle under your water heater doesn't always mean the tank failed. Here's how to tell the difference.
Hard Water in Boca Raton: Is a Softener Worth It?
An honest look at Boca Raton's water hardness and whether a softener is actually worth the cost and upkeep.
Hydro Jetting vs. Snaking: Which Clears a Drain for Good?
A snaked drain that clogs again isn't a failed repair, it's a different problem. Here's when each method fits.
Sewer Camera Inspection: What It Actually Shows
From root intrusion to bellied pipe sections, here's what a sewer camera inspection actually reveals.
Preparing Your Boca Raton Plumbing for Hurricane Season
A few plumbing-specific steps before the season starts can prevent real damage. Here's the checklist.
Tankless vs. Tank Water Heaters for South Florida Homes
An honest comparison, including the hard-water maintenance factor that matters more here than in most places.
Why Your Water Bill Jumped (and How to Find the Leak)
An unexplained high water bill almost always traces back to one of a handful of causes. Here's the quick test.
Garbage Disposal Leaking or Jammed? A Diagnostic Guide
How to safely diagnose the cause before deciding between repair and replacement.
Toilet Running Nonstop? Here's What's Actually Wrong
The quick dye test that tells you whether it's the flapper or the fill valve.
Commercial Plumbing in Boca Raton: What Businesses Call About Most
From grease traps to backflow testing, here's what generates the most commercial calls.
Septic vs. Sewer in Palm Beach County
Boca Raton is mostly on municipal sewer, but not entirely. Here's how to find out which one you have.
5 Signs Your Boca Raton Home Needs a Repipe
Repeated leaks, discolored water, or dropping pressure can point toward pipe condition, not bad luck.
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