Water Softeners in Greenwood, IN

Do Water Softeners Make a Difference in Every Day life?

Water Softeners affect people physically by conditioning the water that is utilized to clean the body.  Hair washed by softened water is more healthy, manageable, smoother, and fuller in bounce.  Skin is conditioned by softened water with the harsh water elements removed in the softening cycle.  Finger nails and toe nails are less brittle with softened water.  

Water Softeners improve home components:

Water softeners affect faucets, and pipes of a home by remove the hard minerals that cause build up on the surface of these components.   Faucets develop scale and green scale on the outer surfaces, and the shower doors and fiberglass tub units develop water spots all over them.  

Most Homes have Hard Water:

Here are some statistics which state 85% of homes in America depend on a hard water supply.  Hard water contains excess minerals or metals, such as calcium and iron.  It’s generally safe to use, but it can cause problems for cleaning purposes and appliance use because of the harshness of the metals.  Water Softeners remove or dilute the mineral/metal concentrations in hard water.

Benefits of a Water Softener:

1. Easier Cleaning of showers and tubs, including glass doors
   1. Harsh metals leave scum and deposits that are difficult to clean.
2. Extended Appliance Life
   1. Minerals found in hard water build up on the inside of appliances, shortening their usable life and decrease overall efficiency.
3. Faster Water Heating
   1. Hot water heaters can heat softened water more quickly than hard for the obvious reason of fewer deposits in the chemical composition of the molecule.
4. Cleaner Plumbing System
   
   1. Hard water leaves scaly deposits in plumbing fixtures and pipes, which build up over time causing clogs and corrosion.  Have you noticed green deposit build up on your shower-head?
5. Better conditioning for Hair & Skin
   1. Skin is more conditioned with the sodium ion where harsh metals cause drying at the cellular level.
6. Better lathering for soap and washing
   1. Soap and shampoo lather up faster and rinse out cleaner with the silkiness of the conditioned water.

Get a Free Estimate for a Water Softener Today!

Having softened water is definitely an overall benefit for a household, and in the long run will save you money with longer lasting appliances and plumbing systems.  If you are interested in getting a free estimate for a new water softener in your home, call Carter's My Plumber today at 317-859-9999, and start making a difference in your home and life today!

Information about Carter’s My Plumber:

Carter’s My Plumber is a local, family-owned, 3rd generation plumbing business located in Greenwood, Indiana, providing plumbing service to the Indianapolis, Greenwood, Whiteland, Franklin, Bargersville, Trafalgar, Mooresville, Beech Grove, Plainfield and Southport areas.  Carter’s My Plumber has a special menu of services designed to meet the needs of every homeowner to provide a complete solution to their home’s plumbing system.  With over 30 years of plumbing experience, their trained plumbers meet the plumbing need of every residential and light commercial need.  Carter’s My Plumber is a Licensed Plumbing Contractor and is a member of the PHCC, BBB and Greenwood Chamber of Commerce.

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Golden Plumber Indianapolis!

Is a Golden Plumber your type of Plumber?

   When a plumbing emergency happens in your home, it requires an immediate homeowner reaction.  Trying to find a Plumber is generally the reactive response.  After Googling to find a Plumber in your local area, you become overwhelmed with a lot of options.  You have to make another decision to choose the right one.  You may worry if they are honest, fair, clean, and trustworthy.  You really would like to have a Golden Retriever type of Plumber to come to your home to take care of your plumbing.  

   Here are some helpful tips about choosing a Golden Retriever type of Plumber in the Indianapolis area.  Golden Retrievers are one of the finest family dogs in the world.  They are cheerful, demonstrative, trustworthy with everyone and forgiving of any mistakes made by inexperienced owners.  Their bark is welcoming rather than a protective growl.  They are enthusiastic and puppy-like, even in their older years.  They are eager to please and wonderfully responsive.  The mind and heart of a Golden is sweet and gentle.

So if you are looking for a Golden Retriever of a Plumber you want the following:

• Clean and natural-looking
• Has a pretty feathered coat
• Has a cheerful, tail-wagging nature
• Is steady-tempered and dependable with everyone
• Is peaceful with others
• Is eager to please and very responsive 

   At Carter's My Plumber, we are a Golden Retriever type of Plumber!  In fact, we have two Golden Retrievers who come to work everyday!  Bella is a 6 year old pure-bred Golden Retriever, and Max is a 3 year old pure-bred Golden.  They came from the same breeder here in Indianapolis by Indy Golden and Doodles.  Bella is Max's aunt!  They have inherited the title of "stress management" here at our Plumbing office.  They are a joy to be around, and always welcome every visitor with a smile and wag!  

   Call Carter's My Plumber today, whether your water heater is leaking, or your sump pump has gone out, or you have a flooded basement.  In most cases, we are able to get a Plumber to your home the same day.  We will give you a timeframe to come to your home, and we will be on time.  We will give you options for your plumbing repair and give you a price before any work begins.  Please call us today to schedule for plumbing service at 317-859-9999 or book your service call online at www.cartersmyplumber.com.  

Avoid Sewer Backups this Holiday Season

Protect Yourself Against Sewer Backups

Backed up sewers can wreak havoc on a home, causing thousands of dollars in damage to floors, walls, furniture and electrical systems.  Something none of us want to experience – especially during the holiday season!  Let’s learn a little bit about sewer backups, what can cause them and what we can do to possibly prevent them from happening.

Sewer backups occur when a blockage exists in the sewer main or service line forcing sewage back into a structure.   Buildings with basements, drains, or plumbing fixtures are vulnerable to sewer backups.  Signs of sewer backups include gurgling sounds coming from drains and pipes, strong sewage smells, sewage coming from drains, or flooding.

Most homeowners may not realize that they are responsible for the maintenance and repair of their house or sewer lateral (the pipeline between the city sewer main, usually located in the street, and the building.) The city is responsible for clearing blockages in sewer mains but it’s the responsibility of the homeowner to maintain their service line (the line running from the main to your home).

So what can cause a sewer backup?  Unfortunately there are quite a few culprits.  Grease and tree roots are the main causes of backups.  Grease poured down drains can solidify and cause blockages.  Trees and shrubs seeking moisture will make their way into sewer line cracks, diminishing flow capacity and trapping debris.  Other causes are:  aging sewer systems, combined pipelines, and bulky items that do not deteriorate quickly (paper towels, plastic bags, diapers, washcloths, towels).  Backups can also occur when storm drainages are connected to sanitary sewer lines.  During rain events, water can be channeled to sewers and overload the system.  Such connections were outlawed in the 1970’s but homes built before the early 70’s might still have such connections, which the homeowner should eliminate.

One main way to help prevent backups is to install a sewer backflow preventer, also known as a check valve.  It allows sewage to go out, but not to come back in.  This device will prevent backups originating from your neighbors or the main line, but will not prevent backups for your own service line. A licensed plumber will need to install the backflow preventer.  If your neighborhood or house is prone to sewer backups, definitely consider installing a backflow preventer on your service line.  Call Carter’s My Plumber to schedule an appointment with a licensed technician today!

What do you do if you experience a sewer backup?  The most important thing to remember is DO NOT walk in or touch the sewage-contaminated water!  This water can be pushed through floor drains, toilets or showers as well as back up into your basement.  Immediately arrange for clean up of your property.  Call Carter’s My Plumber to have a licensed technician inspect the line to locate the blockage and fix the issue.   317-859-9999

Carter’s My Plumber is a local, family-owned plumbing contractor located in Greenwood, Indiana, providing plumbing service to the Indianapolis, Greenwood, Whiteland, Franklin, Bargersville, Trafalgar, Mooresville, Wanamaker, Beech Grove and Southport areas.  Carter’s My Plumber has a special menu of services designed to meet the needs of every homeowner to provide a complete solution to their home’s plumbing system.  With over 30 years of plumbing experience, their trained plumbers meet the plumbing need of every residential and light commercial need.

Carter's My Plumber to the Rescue!

Carter's My Plumber is a 3rd Generation Plumbing Company in Greenwood, Indiana, and provides Plumbing service to the Indianapolis Metro area!

If you need a Licensed Plumber who will be on time, give you courtesy and fix your plumbing right, call the friendly folks at Carter's My Plumber today at 317-859-9999.