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World Plumbing Day!

Monday, March 11th, 2013

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Today is World Plumbing Day! March 11th is an international holiday recognizing the role of plumbers in your home and in providing safe water throughout the world.

“In developing nations a good plumber may well be every bit as important …as the doctor who treats a life threatening water born illness that sound plumbing could have averted.”

In developed nations, complex systems and your local plumber are responsible for maintaining the clean water that keeps your home clean, sanitary and healthy. The World Plumbing Council strives to keep the public aware of the importance of plumbing and plumbers throughout the world.

Celebrate World Plumbing Day by spreading the word about clean water and the importance of plumbing!

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Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. is an Ask the Seal Approved Business

Friday, January 11th, 2013

If you live in the Orlando area there is no better way to ensure you are hiring a safe, reliable company than by using Ask the Seal. Visit asktheseal.com today to find a service professional in your area. Ask the Seal screens service professional and their employees by verifying and checking licenses, insurance, customer service quality, and performing criminal background checks.

Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. is a certified safe choice in plumbing. We fully support the mission of Ask the Seal and are proud to represent the kind of safe, reliable company that Ask the Seal approves. If you are looking for plumbing service in the Orlando area look no further than the team at Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. We also received the Angie’s List Super Service Award for 2012 and the Orlando Sentinel named MPI one of the top 100 companies to work for in 2012.

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How to Tell the Age of a Water Heater

Thursday, December 6th, 2012

Water Heater Maintenance | Orlando | Modern Plumbing Industries Inc.Are you trying to determine the age of your hot water heater? You may have looked the the rating plate on the back of your water heater and seen a confusing string of letters and numbers. Each manufacturer has a different way of of reporting important information such as serial number, capacity, wattage, warranty information and manufacturers date. It can be hard to decode what exactly all of this information means. American Water Heater Company, A.O. Smith , Bradford-White, Lochinvar, Rheem, and State Industries all have different ways of documenting the age of the water heater. Click here to see some documentation on decoding the age of your water heater.

Are you thinking about upgrading to something more efficient? Most waters heaters last about 10 years. The damage and inconvenience of a failed water heater can be costly. It it a good idea to plan ahead and replace you water heater instead of waiting for complete failure or expensive repair costs. Once you know the age of your water heater it is prudent to schedule a maintenance visit from your plumber. The team at Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc. (MPI) specialized in water heater maintenance. A regular maintenance visit will cover the removal of sediment from tank water heaters, fill inspection for damages and corrosion, and thermostat and efficiency testing. We can also recommend the most efficient water heater solution for your home and explain the cost and savings benefits of upgrading to a more efficient water heater. We specialize in tankless, hybrid and even commercial solar water heaters. If you are in the Orlando water call MPI today to find out more about your water heater. Save up to $150 on a tankless gas water heater and $100 on a hybrid water heater.

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The History of Plumbing

Thursday, December 6th, 2012

Did you know that plumbing systems date back thousands of years? The  pipes, drains and devices that compromised plumbing systems in ancient societies stemmed from the same needs to drainage and potable water that our modern systems address. Even more important than personal comfort plumbing systems had greatly helped to prevent and control disease and contamination. Lead, clay, stone and even wood were used in ancient plumbing systems to transport water and waste. Today the majority of pipes are made out of plastic, brass and copper.

Plumbing Systems | Orlando | Modern Plumbing Industries, Inc.Today’s plumbing systems are regulated by  codes and standards to protect you and your home. While some issues may seem minor such as leaky fixtures and clogged drains, if your plumbing is not properly installed you risk expensive water damage to your home. In some cases plumbing that isn’t up to code can cause structural damage to your home. You also risk the health of you and your family. Cross-connection can result in contaminated water entering your household water supply. A licensed and experienced plumber such as Modern Plumbing Industries Inc. (MPI) should be called for all of your plumbing needs. Without proper, efficiently running plumbing your home can suffer long lasting damage. Be sure to call MPI for all of your plumbing maintenance needs in the Orlando, FL area.

Do you suspect your home is suffering from aging or damaged pipes? Save $200 on a whole-house repiping. Call MPI today to find out more about upgrading your plumbing system.

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