blizzard plumbing

Get Ready for the Blizzard: Plumbing Prep to Handle Heavy Snow

Winter is here, and with it comes the potential for heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures. While you may be focused on shoveling your driveway and keeping your home warm, it’s important not to neglect your plumbing during this time. Frozen pipes and other plumbing issues can be a major headache during the winter months, but […]

Holiday plumbing safety

Holiday Plumbing Safety: The Key to a Merry Christmas

The holiday season is a time for family, friends, and festivities. But with all the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to forget about the important things, like keeping your pipes safe and protected. Don’t let plumbing safety problems ruin your holiday cheer. Follow this guide to keep your pipes in top shape and avoid any […]

winter plumbing

Top 9 Most Common Winter Plumbing Problems

Winter is a beautiful season, but it can also bring some not-so-beautiful plumbing problems. As the temperature drops, your plumbing system can be put under a lot of stress, leading to potential issues that can be costly and inconvenient. In this article, we’ll discuss the top 9 most common winter plumbing problems and how you […]

Thanksgiving

From Feast to Flow: Clearing Drains After Your Thanksgiving Gathering

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and of course, delicious food. But with all the cooking and feasting, it’s also a time when your drains can become clogged and cause major headaches. From grease and food scraps to excess toilet paper and guests using your bathroom, your drains can easily become clogged and cause […]

winter water heaters

5 Tips to Help You Prepare Your Water Heater for the Cold

As the temperature drops and the snow starts to fall, it’s important to make sure your home is prepared for the winter weather. One crucial aspect of cold weather maintenance is taking care of your water heater. Not only can a malfunctioning water heater be inconvenient, but it can also lead to costly repairs. Follow […]

Spooky Sewer Sounds: What’s That Noise Coming From Your Plumbing?

It’s that spooky time of year again, Pittsburgh! Halloween is upon us, which means our city is about to be transformed into a celebration of all things creepy, kooky, mysterious, and spooky. As your local plumbing experts, we at McNabb Plumbing want to make sure your home’s plumbing is ready for the Halloween season. Read […]

New Homeowner? Check Out this Beginners Guide to Home Plumbing

Owning your first home is an exciting milestone! Once you start decorating and adding those personal touches, it really begins to sink in that the house is all yours. But before you pick out furniture and paint colors, it’s important to give your home’s plumbing system some attention too. Don’t worry – this beginner’s guide […]

Burst Pipe Emergency? Here’s What to Do Next

Uh oh! You walk into the kitchen and are met with a pool of water on the floor. Your house has experienced a burst pipe! It’s time to take quick action to eliminate this soggy, stressful mess before it can cause additional headaches for your family. Here is a handy guide of the steps you […]

Get Ready to Rumble: Preparing for the Plumber’s Visit

Calling a plumber can feel like prepping for a heavyweight title fight. Some tough plumbing problems are in the other corner, but having a professional slugger like W.J. McNabb in your corner will stack the odds in your favor. However, even the best prizefighters need people in their corner to perform at their best, so […]