RepairsJune 24, 2026
Sink and Faucet Repair in Mukilteo
A Mukilteo homeowner needed a sink and faucet repair. Here are the common faucet and drain problems we fix, when to repair vs. replace, and why preventive drain maintenance pays off.
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Maintenance guides and plumbing advice from the Stollwerck team
RepairsJune 20, 2026
Toilet Repair After Tile Work in Lynnwood
A Lynnwood homeowner had a toilet problem after a bathroom tile job. The toilet issues we fix, what goes wrong when tile work disturbs a toilet, and how we serve Lynnwood same-day.
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PreventionJune 18, 2026
Top 7 Summer Plumbing Problems in Snohomish County
Summer in the Pacific Northwest stresses your plumbing differently than winter — frost-damaged hose bibs, BBQ-season drain clogs, guest-bathroom toilet failures, and water heaters on borrowed time. Here are the seven summer problems we fix most across Snohomish County, with real examples from recent jobs.
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Drain CleaningMay 12, 2026
Clearing a Tough Drain Clog in Everett
Not every clog gives up easy. When an Everett homeowner had a drain that just wouldn’t clear, Chase and Willy stuck with it until the line ran free. Here’s what causes stubborn clogs — and how the pros clear them.
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RepairsMay 4, 2026
Toilet Repair in Langley
A Langley homeowner needed a toilet repair. Here are the most common toilet problems we fix, when to repair vs. replace, and how we serve Whidbey Island.
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Water HeatersApril 29, 2026
Thermal Expansion Tank Installation in Mukilteo
A Mukilteo homeowner needed a thermal expansion tank to protect their water heater. Here’s what these tanks do, the warning signs you need one, and why we install Therm-X-Trol.
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New Hose Bib Installation in Mukilteo
A Mukilteo homeowner needed a new outdoor faucet. Here’s when to replace a hose bib, why frost-free models are worth the upgrade in the Pacific Northwest, and how Stollwerck got it done the same day.
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Pipe RepairMay 15, 2025
Signs Your Pipes Need Repair in Everett — And How Stollwerck Fixes Them
Copper pipes are built to last decades — but they don’t last forever. We recently completed copper pipe work for South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue. Here’s what every Snohomish County homeowner should know about copper pipe problems and how professionals solve them.
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NewsApril 28, 2023
Expanding Our Service Area!
Stollwerck Plumbing is expanding! We're bringing our team to Granite Falls, Arlington, Monroe, Camano Island, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Woodinville, Seattle, Shoreline, Kirkland, and more.
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Water HeatersFebruary 28, 2023
Why My Water Heater Talks to My Electric Company
New Washington state law requires electric water heaters sold after January 2023 to include a communications port. Here’s what it does, and what it doesn’t do.
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Water HeatersDecember 8, 2022
10 Reasons Why Your Tankless Water Heater Is Making Noise
A tankless water heater shouldn’t sound like a freight train. If yours is humming, popping, or whining, here are the most common causes and what to do about them.
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PreventionFebruary 8, 2022
Basic Plumbing Tips to Teach Your Kids
A short guide for parents — the essentials about toilets, sinks, and hot water that every kid should learn before they accidentally turn the bathroom into a swimming pool.
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Water HeatersJanuary 24, 2022
Tankless Hot Water Heater
Why a tankless water heater might be the right call for your Mukilteo home: rebates and tax credits up to $550, why we install Navien, and why electric tankless units aren't yet practical in the Pacific Northwest.
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DIYNovember 29, 2021
Top 10 Plumbing Pitfalls
Some of the most expensive plumbing repairs we see started as well-intentioned DIY projects. Here are the ten classic plumbing pitfalls — and how to avoid them.
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Water HeatersNovember 1, 2021
Top 5 Signs You Need a New Water Heater
The most common signs your water heater is failing — from age and odd odors to slow recovery, banging noises, and rusty leaks — and when to call a plumber before you end up with water damage.
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RemodelingOctober 5, 2021
Add Accessibility Features to Your Kitchen and Baths
A walkthrough of the plumbing-side decisions for an aging-in-place or ADA-compliant kitchen or bath remodel — from in-wall bracing and thermostatic valves to lever faucets, touchless fixtures, smart showers, ADA-height toilets, bidets, and curbless shower pans.
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DIYSeptember 27, 2021
Fall Plumbing Checklist
Whether you own your home or rent a commercial space, learning about and performing proper plumbing maintenance can really save you time and costs in the long run. Here is the Stollwerck fall plumbing checklist.
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TipsJuly 30, 2021
40 Plumbing Tips and Tricks for Everett
Owning a home or commercial space comes with the responsibility to understand your plumbing. Here are 40 practical tips from the Stollwerck team — covering daily habits, maintenance, repairs, and outdoor systems.
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PreventionApril 14, 2020
What Not to Flush Down the Toilet — The Top 10
A list of the things that should never go down your toilet, no matter what the package says. Save yourself a sewage backup and an emergency plumber call.
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SewerApril 8, 2020
What Is a Sewer Scope?
A plain-English explainer on sewer scope inspections — what the camera does, why you'd want one before buying a home or for an older property, how the process works, and the difference between wastewater and stormwater.
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PreventionOctober 9, 2016
The Complete Seattle Plumbing & Sewer Winterization Guide
Pacific Northwest winters can do real damage to homes that aren’t properly winterized. Here’s how to protect your plumbing and sewer system before the cold sets in.
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Hiring a PlumberOctober 9, 2016
The 7 Red Flags When Hiring a Plumber
Plumbing is one of the easier trades to get scammed in. Here are the seven warning signs that the plumber you’re about to hire isn’t the one you want.
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