Category Archives: Plumbing

Plumbing is essential for every home and business, Yet, it often goes unnoticed until a problem arises. Plumbing issues can be disruptive, expensive, and even unsanitary. This is why it’s important to consider preventative maintenance for your plumbing.  

In this blog post, plumbing experts from Shafer Services Plus are delving into why preventative maintenance is crucial along with essential steps to keep your pipes in tip-top shape. Get ready because maintenance can save you money, protect your property, and ensure your plumbing system’s longevity

The day after Thanksgiving is the busiest day for plumbers everywhere. It’s not what holiday preppers are planning for, but a few helpful tips will go a long way. The plumbing experts at Shafer Services Plus are here to help.

See the video and original story on KSAT 12 by Marilyn Moritz

It’s common knowledge that San Antonio’s summers can be blazingly hot. However, few of us stop to think about the rippling effects of this heat beyond the immediate discomfort it brings. A peculiar consequence of this relentless heat is now manifesting itself beneath the very feet of San Antonio’s residents. You might be thinking, “What on earth could the sun’s heat have to do with what’s happening underground?” Surprisingly, the answer lies within our water supply system.

Having clean water in your home for drinking, cooking, and cleaning is made possible because of your water line. A waterline is what carries potable water from the public water supply into your home. It’s like your front door for water.

But what happens when you need to shut down your water line to perform maintenance, repairs, or deal with a leak? Plumbing experts at Shafer Services Plus have put this guide together to assist. We’ll walk you through the steps for a water line shutdown, explore the importance of water line maintenance, and talk about water line leaks.

Replacing and installing a new water heater in the home can be an important, yet daunting task. This type of home improvement job can be done by yourself, however if you need professional assistance, we recommend booking a service with Shafer Services Plus. Our seasoned technicians have expert experience with water heater replacements and installations, and can help you at an affordable price. To help you learn what to expect when replacing or installing your water heater, we’ll take you through an overview of the project. We’ll go over the indication signs you need a replacement, what steps are in the process, and how to care for your new water heater afterwards.