What Is Plumbing?
Plumbing is any system utilizing pipes, tanks, valves, fittings, fixtures or other apparatus required to convey gases or liquids for water supply, heating, and sanitation to a particular location.
How Does Plumbing Work? Plumbing, like most things of this world, follows the laws of nature as well as the laws of physics--gravity, pressure, and water seeking its own level. Modern plumbing is comprised of two separate, but equally critical, parts or subsystems. One of those subsystems brings the freshwater in and the other assists with eliminating all of the wastewater.
The water entering a structure comes in under pressure which allows it to travel up to various floors and around corners as needed. As the water enters into a structure, it passes through a meter which measures and records the amount of water used. The water main shutoff valve, or stop valve, is typically located at or near this meter. This is important as this is one valve that will need to be secured during a plumbing emergency to minimize damage and potentially lower the amount paid to the plumber. |
The water entering a structure comes in and is immediately ready for cold water needs. However, the hot water supply requires an additional step. Water is carried from the water main to the water heater where it is heated and then redirected to faucets, bathtubs, showers, laundry rooms and wherever else it is desired.
This leads us to drainage. Most structures are either on a sewer or septic system. These systems do not require pressure like the supply systems. These drainage systems rely mostly on gravity and downward angles to encourage water to flow in a certain direction; towards either the sewage system network or the septic tank.
This leads us to drainage. Most structures are either on a sewer or septic system. These systems do not require pressure like the supply systems. These drainage systems rely mostly on gravity and downward angles to encourage water to flow in a certain direction; towards either the sewage system network or the septic tank.
Who Invented Plumbing?
Plumbing, in its prehistoric form, has been around for thousands of years. The first instances of the use of plumbing were in such things as aqueducts for watering gardens and/or providing water to the people of a village. The earliest plumbing pipes were constructed from straw and baked clay. The first copper pipes were engineered by the Egyptians. The Greeks have been touted with mastering the science of both cold and hot running water.
When Was Indoor Plumbing Invented?
Various forms of plumbing have been around for thousands of years, however plumbing, as we know it, wasn't common until the 1900s. The first known flushing water closet has been uncovered in Crete (an area in which very sophisticated underground drainage and sewage systems existed) and dates back to between 1500 and 1000 B.C. Toilets have also been discovered in Egyptian tombs as well as the tomb of a Chinese Emperor of the Western Han Dynasty.
The flush toilet, as we know it, has been credited to Sir John Harrington. Harrington invented it in 1596 for Queen Elizabeth and legend has it that she never used it due to the fact that she was frightened by the sounds it made.
The first patent issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a flushing toilet was to a man by the name of Alexander Cummings in 1775. Ironically enough, it was almost a century later that toilet paper was invented. Prior to that, it was common for people to use corn cobs, catalogs, and even pages from the Farmer’s Almanac to wipe themselves.
The flush toilet, as we know it, has been credited to Sir John Harrington. Harrington invented it in 1596 for Queen Elizabeth and legend has it that she never used it due to the fact that she was frightened by the sounds it made.
The first patent issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a flushing toilet was to a man by the name of Alexander Cummings in 1775. Ironically enough, it was almost a century later that toilet paper was invented. Prior to that, it was common for people to use corn cobs, catalogs, and even pages from the Farmer’s Almanac to wipe themselves.
How To Use A Plumbing Snake?
- First, place the end of the snake into the drain and then turn the handle on the drum containing the coiled-up snake.
- Continue pushing the snake further into the drain until resistance is felt. There may be some resistance initially as you push the snake around and through the trap under the sink. However, this resistance usually goes away and the snake will typically continue moving smoothly until the snake reaches the blockage.
- Once you feel that the snake has reached the clog, the next step is to rotate the snake against the blockage until you feel the auger bite into and dislodge the debris. If the auger does not easily dislodge the clog, pull the snake back out of the drain--the blockage will likely be removed with it.
- Finally, run the faucet at full force for a few minutes to flush any remaining debris out.
What Is PEX Plumbing?
Cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipes are made of plastics which have been modified structurally for greater strength, less shrinkage, higher temperature and pressure resistance, and also resistance to chemicals, cracking, and creep. PEX is non-conductive which makes it virtually impossible to pit or corrode. PEX is also resistant to abrasion and notching and is notably quiet due to its flexibility and ability to absorb and dissipate the typical hammer noise associated with pressure surges in traditional pipe materials such as copper or lead. Even though PEX has all of these characteristics, it is still advisable to consult an insulation services professional when completing attic runs.
About Us
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We are a local, professional, and courteous plumbing company based out of Camp Verde, Arizona. We service the Verde Valley to include Camp Verde and the surrounding areas of Cottonwood, Clarkdale, Jerome, Bridgeport, Page Springs, Cornville, Sedona, Village of Oak Creek, Lake Montezuma, and Rimrock.
We can help with anything plumbing-related. No job is too big or too small; from fixing a leaky bathroom faucet to a complete plumbing renovation, and everything in between. We handle both residential and commercial plumbing and our plumbers have many years of experience helping to ensure that your job is done correctly, and in as timely a manner as possible. We are licensed, bonded and insured and we aim to be your number one choice to get the job done right the first time. Contact us--for more information, fill out the form on the right or give us a call! Need a plumber? Call Us: 928-599-0056 |
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Welcome to Plumbing Camp Verde
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Contact us for all of your plumbing needs, whether they be residential or commercial. We are a local company headquartered in Camp Verde, Arizona and we provide our services to Camp Verde as well as the surrounding areas in, and around, the Verde Valley. Our area of service includes:
Jerome Sedona Rimrock Cornville Clarkdale Camp Verde Cottonwood Page Springs Lake Montezuma Village of Oak Creek |
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Some Of The Services We Offer
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Residential Plumbing
Gas Lines Leaky Faucets Irrigation Lines Home Insulation of Piping Clogged Or Plugged Drains Clogged Or Plugged Toilets Leak Detection And Repairs Septic Line Cleaning And Repairs Sewer Line Cleaning And Repairs Sink And Faucet Repairs, Installations, And Replacements Garbage Disposal Repairs, Installations, And Replacements Conventional And Tankless Water Heater Repairs And Installations |
Commercial Plumbing
Boilers Drywells Grease Traps Catch Basins Storm Drains Hydro Jetting Backflow Service Water Filtration Systems |
Why Choose Us?
We're honest
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We do the job right the first time
We're licensed, bonded and insured
We clean up after ourselves so you don't have to
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