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Spring Plumbing Tips From Your Columbia CT Plumber

Now that the warmer weather is finally here, it's time to enjoy it! Avoid any plumbing nightmares that can cut into your leisure time or vacation funds. Your local Columbia CT plumber has some spring plumbing tips. Take just one morning to go through the checklist and get back to the sunshine. Springtime plumbing tips Sump pump. Have you tested it yet? We all know the rhyme, "April showers bring May flowers," right? And we all know that water can find its way into the basement. Test your pump...

How to Make Your Bathroom Safe for All Ages

Your bathroom and kitchen are two dangerous spots in your home. They are both places where water can become a hazard. There's the risk of electrocution if it gets too close to outlets. There are fall risks if it spills on the floor. Whether you have family members that are two or ninety-two, there are ways to make your bathroom safe for everyone. Safety tips for your bathroom We checked in with The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA.) They are a not-for-profit trade organization that...

Your Columbia CT Plumber Celebrates Fix a Leak Week

This week is the EPA 's ninth annual Fix a Leak Week. Water is such a valuable resource. A leak can cost you a lot of money if you're on a city system. We've been having drought conditions more frequently in Columbia CT. So, if you have a leak, you can run your well dry and burn out your well pump. We have some tips to help you avoid an unexpected huge utility or plumbing bill. How to find a leak Check your utility bill. Is your bill a lot higher than the last bill? Read your water meter. When...

Scotland CT Plumber Advice: Toilet Shopping

Buying a toilet isn't as cut and dry as it used to be. Now there are different shapes, colors, heights, advanced flush options and more. It's kind of like how there's an ENTIRE aisle of choices for cereal in the grocery store now. While it's wonderful to have options, it can get overwhelming. Your Scotland CT plumber has some tips to prepare you for toilet shopping. How to choose the 'right' toilet Toto USA toilet installed by a Rapid Service plumbing technician Before you head out to your...

Colchester CT Emergency Plumbing Service Available

Have a plumbing emergency? We service Colchester CT too! Most Columbia CT homeowners are familiar with our plumbing team because they drive by our shop on busy Route 6. They know who to call when their basements flood or their well pumps die. But we provide emergency plumbing services to the surrounding towns as well! Who is Rapid Service? We're a "full service" plumber. Full service means that when you call 860-228-1036, you reach a person, not a voicemail. Our office staff will dispatch a...

It's Sump Pump Season in Vernon CT!

Okay, okay, so winter's not quite over yet. But we've been getting 60 degree days in Vernon CT! It's a sure sign that Spring is just around the corner. We'll trade our parkas for slickers when the Spring rains return. Make sure your home is ready. Test your sump pump NOW. Where is my sump pump? It's usually located in the lowest point of your home, such as the basin. It's called a sump pump because it sits in a basin, otherwise known as a "sump." Extra water collects in the basin. When the...

Hebron CT Plumber Advice: Slow Drains

Slow drains don't create the ideal showering experience. By the time you're done rinsing the conditioner out of your hair, you've got water inching up your shins. If you're a guy, you shave at the sink but don't have time for it do drain before you have to dash out the door for work. What happens? A ring of stubble awaits for your partner to come home to. From what we've heard over the years, slow drains don't make anyone happy. One homeowner's experience with slow drains One of our Hebron CT...

Vernon CT Plumber Announces Double the Value Days

With winter finally in full swing, you've probably been spending A LOT more time indoors. Especially after that last 3-day whammy of snowfall! You may have been forced to notice that running toilet, drippy faucet, lukewarm shower or those noisy heating pipes. Maybe you're just sick and tired of looking at those same old fixtures and toilets that came with the house when you bought it. It's a great time to call a plumber. Take advantage of our double dollar days! Plumbing upgrades Your local...

The REAL Cost of a 'Cheap' Plumber

Everyone loves a bargain. Whether you wait for a sale, or clip coupons, saving money on something is a thrill. However, that old saying "you get what you pay for" can really throw some water on that fire. When it comes to your home, looking for a 'cheap' plumber to do a 'cheap' plumbing repair can wind up costing more than if a professional was hired from the start. The box store 'deals' Box stores have extensive marketing budgets to push their 'deals.' Offers for plumbing installations of a...

4 Signs It's Time to Upgrade Your Electrical Panel

Is it time to upgrade your electrical panel? Do you know what dangers to be on the lookout for in your electrical panel? You may call it a fuse panel, circuit box or breaker box. If you still have fuses, you have a very old electrical system. If you have breakers, your system may be newer but show signs of aging. Your local Storrs CT electrician has some tips on what to look for to help you decide if it's time for a panel upgrade . Water damage When you open the door to your electrical panel,...

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My thank you seems so small compared to what you have done for me. Your generosity overwhelms me. the faucet is so attractive - I love it! You made my Christmas really merry.
S. Bombria

Thank you!!! Rapid Service did a wonderful job transforming 1920s bathrooms in our house. We cannot say enough about the quality and attention to detail of each of these projects.
Anthony Power
The guys at Rapid Service did a whole "make-over" of my son's bathroom in East Hartford in March, 2014. They did a fantastic job - were there when they said they would be, were easy to contact, completed the job in a reasonable time...
Sue Rissanen

I had to call my handyman husband Rapid Service yet again! Andy and his crew are the most professional and down to earth people you will ever meet. My husband and I had a house built seven years ago and have had various issues with water, electrical and heating...
Lisa M.
My wife and I own and operate a Bed & Breakfast in our home in Scotland, CT. For a number of years we have used Rapid Service for all our electrical, plumbing, and heating needs. Most recently we had Rapid Service replace a malfunctioning kick heater in our Guest Game Room...
Bruce & Georgia Stauffer

I had Rapid Service come to my home because there was a saddle valve under my kitchen sink that was about to make a huge mess. I wasn't able to use my filtered water faucet until the repair was made. The technician fixed it AND had a great attitude while he worked. That is a rare thing lately...
Kevin S.
Great work on replacing my well water tank, Andy. You have been giving us highly competent, clean, and courteous service for the past 28 years. You're the best!"
Gerald Baril

My wife and I want you to know that we were very satisfied with our bathroom remodeling that Andy performed professionally, carefully and efficiently. The end result is a bathroom that is properly updated, functions perfectly and looks very attractive...
Curt F. Beck