Plumbing 101: Simple Home Fixes That Save $$$ - EP 17

About this episode

Ann Wymore discusses essential plumbing care and maintenance tips with Vincent from VP Plumbing, focusing on Denver-specific issues.

Host Ann Wymore talks with Vincent , owner of VP Plumbing , about smart, Denver-specific plumbing care. Learn how to maintain new vs. aging tank water heaters , when a tankless upgrade makes sense, why your main shutoff is the #1 thing every household should know, and what to look for during showings/inspections . Vincent shares background on Denver’s lead service line replacements , quick ways to get your water tested , and how to handle asbestos on old pipe insulation safely. 🎧 Hosted by: Ann Wymore 🎙 Guest: Vincent — VP Plumbing (Denver Metro) 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Proper flushing schedules for new tanks vs. caution with older tanks ✔️ Tankless : maintenance + typical electrical/venting upgrades ✔️ Emergency readiness : find and test your main shutoff; ball vs. gate valves ✔️ Buyer/agent checklist : corrosion/oxidation, wobbly toilets, drips, relief/expansion components ✔️ Denver lead lines : where to check status and get free water tests ✔️ Asbestos on old pipe wrap: who to call and what not to do ✔️ Sprinkler winterizing and backflow basics ✔️ Filters, descalers, and real-world water quality improvements 📇 Connect with Vincent Harris : 🌎 Website →…

People in this episode

Host: Ann Wymore

Guest: Vincent

Topics covered

• plumbing
• home maintenance
• water heaters
• Denver plumbing care

Keywords

• tank water heaters
• tankless upgrade
• main shutoff
• lead service line replacements
• water testing
• asbestos
• sprinkler winterizing

Mentioned in this episode

Products: tank water heaters, tankless water heaters, main shutoff valves, sprinkler systems

Places: Denver

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