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Pete’s Plumbing Incorporated & R. A. Lippitt & Sons are owned and operated by Rick and Julie Lippitt. We focus the majority of our energy at Pete’s Plumbing on residential plumbing services. When large commercial accounts need plumbing assistance, we refer those requests to our sister company, R.A. Lippitt & Sons, Inc. They handle commercial plumbing services for projects of all sizes. Both Pete’s Plumbing and R. A. Lippitt are headquartered here in our Alpharetta operations center. Pete’s focuses on servicing residential clients in Alpharetta and throughout the greater Atlanta metropolitan area. R.A. Lippitt works in Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and other surrounding states.
R. A. Lippitt & Sons, along with Pete’s Plumbing are owned and operated by the Lippitt family. Both firms employ highly experienced, expertly trained service technicians. These techs are some of the best in Georgia. They are professional, dependable plumbers. We equip them with the finest plumbing products and send them into the field with the best tools and equipment. They have a well earned reputation for delivering a world class customer experience.
Pete’s Plumbing is in the business of satisfying customers. To that end, we send only skilled plumbing professionals to the jobs we handle. These expertly trained service technicians will complete the job in a timely manner and for a reasonable price. In today’s economy, it is paramount you receive the most value for your money. We are sensitive to budgets and deadlines, and we keep our eye on the bottom line and strive to give our customers the best value for their money.
That is why our sister company, R.A. Lippitt & Sons, is at the ready to handle industrial and commercial projects as well. Our team will carefully review and work with you to provide quality plumbing at an affordable price. Whether you are building your dream home, remodeling your present house, or embarking on a commercial or industrial project, Pete’s Plumbing and R.A. Lippitt & Sons are ready and able to deliver high-quality workmanship, meet tight deadlines, and work within your construction budget.
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Deep Freeze: Winter Plumbing Techniques
Pete's Plumbing Inc Alpharetta's Favorite Plumber Winter is right around the corner, and now is the time to protect your pipes from damage. Spending the time to protect your plumbing pipes this winter will result in hundreds of dollars in savings from needless plumbing repair costs. Do a careful interior and exterior inspection of your home and business to make sure you are covered this winter. Preventing Frozen Pipes: Detach outdoor garden hoses and shut-off values to pipes leading to any outdoor spigots. Insulate outdoor water pipes that will be exposed to freezing temperatures and wind. Quality insulation wrap is available at your local hardware store and outlet center. Unused hot water lines can freeze as well as cold. Inspect your hot water lines to ensure your pipes are protected. Drain water pipes that will [...]
Pete’s Plumbing Leads the Way in Eco-Friendly Plumbing in the Atlanta Area
Pete’s Plumbing continues to blaze a trail in eco-friendly plumbing. The downturn of our economy has not put a damper on people’s desire for eco-friendly plumbing. In fact, in some ways, it has increased consumers’ awareness of green technology and inspired them to do more. Ways to Go Green Many consumers are interested in ways they can reduce their impact on the environment and save money at the same time. They are concerned about our planet and look to serve as a role model for their children. Minor alterations can have an enormous impact on your “green” factor. And, the great news is, is does not cost a fortune to make these changes to our home and business. Water Conserving Toilets: Changing out your old toilet can save money and resources daily. According to the [...]
Pete’s Plumbing Leads the Way in Eco-Friendly Plumbing in the Atlanta Area
Pete's Plumbing Atlanta's Green Plumber Pete’s Plumbing continues to blaze a trail in eco-friendly plumbing. The downturn of our economy has not put a damper on people’s desire for eco-friendly plumbing. In fact, in some ways, it has increased consumers’ awareness of green technology and inspired them to do more. WAYS YOU CAN GO GREEN WITH YOUR HOME'S PLUMBING Many consumers are interested in ways they can reduce their impact on the environment and save money at the same time. They are concerned about our planet and look to serve as a role model for their children. Minor alterations can have an enormous impact on your “green” factor. And, the great news is, is does not cost a fortune to make these changes to our home and business. Water Conserving Toilets: Changing out your old toilet [...]
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Deep Freeze: Winter Plumbing Techniques
Pete's Plumbing Inc Alpharetta's Favorite Plumber Winter is right around the corner, and now is the time to protect your pipes from damage. Spending the time to protect your plumbing pipes this winter will result in hundreds of dollars in savings from needless plumbing repair costs. Do a careful interior and exterior inspection of your home and business to make sure you are covered this winter. Preventing Frozen Pipes: Detach outdoor garden hoses and shut-off values to pipes leading to any outdoor spigots. Insulate outdoor water pipes that will be exposed to freezing temperatures and wind. Quality insulation wrap is available at your local hardware store and outlet center. Unused hot water lines can freeze as well as cold. Inspect your hot water lines to ensure your pipes are protected. Drain water pipes that will not be in use before severe cold weather hits. Remember to wrap any water pipes in un-insulated garages and barns. Preventing Clogged Drains: Additional buildup and clogging of cooking grease and oil can occur during colder periods. Avoid putting that cooking grease and oil into your garage disposer. Never put foods like carrots, potato skins, banana peels, and other stringy and fibrous food into your disposer. Your garbage disposer is not able to fully grind these materials and they can easily clog your sink drain causing a massive backup. Remember to run cold water down your drain for about 15 to 20 seconds before and after using your garbage disposer to flush out any waste. The holidays can put additional stress on your plumbing. Extra guests mean additional showers, toilet flushing, and cooking. Prepare ahead and clean out P-traps and look for hair and other debris around drains that may pose a problem and lead to a plumbing disaster. Eliminate Drafts: Prevent cold air from reaching your pipes. Look in crawl spaces, garages, attics, and cabinets for cold air that may contribute to freezing your pipes. If you are aware of potential problems from un-insulated pipes, consider placing a small space heater a safe distance away to prevent freezing. Pete’s Plumbing at Your Service The steps you take today to protect your pipes against freezing will pay large dividends in the future. If after taking all these precautions you find yourself still facing a plumbing emergency, give us a call and our highly-trained staff of professional plumbers will be there to take care of the problem.
Pete’s Plumbing Leads the Way in Eco-Friendly Plumbing in the Atlanta Area
Pete’s Plumbing continues to blaze a trail in eco-friendly plumbing. The downturn of our economy has not put a damper on people’s desire for eco-friendly plumbing. In fact, in some ways, it has increased consumers’ awareness of green technology and inspired them to do more. Ways to Go Green Many consumers are interested in ways they can reduce their impact on the environment and save money at the same time. They are concerned about our planet and look to serve as a role model for their children. Minor alterations can have an enormous impact on your “green” factor. And, the great news is, is does not cost a fortune to make these changes to our home and business. Water Conserving Toilets: Changing out your old toilet can save money and resources daily. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, replacing a pre-1992 toilet with a newer model that uses 1.28 gallons per flush will save you on average $90 per year and reduce water waste by 60%. Shower Heads: Replace your full-flow shower head with one that restricts flow while still supplying plenty of water for a refreshing shower. You can save thousands of gallons of year by simply replacing your shower head and reduce water running down the drain. High Efficiency Water Heaters: According to the Energy Star website, water heaters account for 15% of your home’s energy bill. Replacing an old water heater with a high efficiency model can realize savings anywhere from 10% to 50% of their energy consumption. Outdoor Irrigation System: Review your outdoor irrigation system and look for problems with run-off and over-watering. Pay special attention to these areas as outdoor watering can account for up to 55% of your water usage. Adjust water times and schedule watering in the evening or early morning hours to avoid evaporation during hot and windy days. Avoid allowing water to puddle or runoff. Immediately replace any broken and missing parts to increase efficiency. Aerators and Landscape Management: Consider replacing thirsty plants, scrubs, and lawns with drought-tolerant or indigenous materials to reduce your water consumption. Twice a year aerate your lawn to reduce soil compaction and runoff. Aerating your lawn allows for deeper watering and reduces your water consumption. Insulate Pipes: Insulating your pipes is one of the cheapest ways you can go green even in a tight economy. Simply wrapping your pipes will ensure you receive your hot water quicker, thus eliminating your wait time and water down the drain. Leaky Faucets or Toilets: The drip, drip you are hearing is money and resources down the drain. Fixing a leaky faucet or toilet will immediately save you money and stop our most valuable resource from going down the drain. We are a Green Machine Pete’s Plumbing is committed to being the “greenest” plumbing company in the Atlanta area. We have partnered with Moen, Kohler, and Mansfield to provide high-quality, good-looking fixtures at affordable prices that will reduce your water waste and save you money. You can use these tips [...]
Pete’s Plumbing Leads the Way in Eco-Friendly Plumbing in the Atlanta Area
Pete's Plumbing Atlanta's Green Plumber Pete’s Plumbing continues to blaze a trail in eco-friendly plumbing. The downturn of our economy has not put a damper on people’s desire for eco-friendly plumbing. In fact, in some ways, it has increased consumers’ awareness of green technology and inspired them to do more. WAYS YOU CAN GO GREEN WITH YOUR HOME'S PLUMBING Many consumers are interested in ways they can reduce their impact on the environment and save money at the same time. They are concerned about our planet and look to serve as a role model for their children. Minor alterations can have an enormous impact on your “green” factor. And, the great news is, is does not cost a fortune to make these changes to our home and business. Water Conserving Toilets: Changing out your old toilet can save money and resources daily. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, replacing a pre-1992 toilet with a newer model that uses 1.28 gallons per flush will save you on average $90 per year and reduce water waste by 60%. Shower Heads: Replace your full-flow shower head with one that restricts flow while still supplying plenty of water for a refreshing shower. You can save thousands of gallons of year by simply replacing your shower head and reduce water running down the drain. High Efficiency Water Heaters: According to the Energy Star website, water heaters account for 15% of your home’s energy bill. Replacing an old water heater with a high efficiency model can realize savings anywhere from 10% to 50% of their energy consumption. Outdoor Irrigation System: Review your outdoor irrigation system and look for problems with run-off and overwatering. Pay special attention to these areas as outdoor watering can account for up to 55% of your water usage. Adjust water times and schedule watering in the evening or early morning hours to avoid evaporation during hot and windy days. Avoid allowing water to puddle or runoff. Immediately replace any broken and missing parts to increase efficiency. Aerators and Landscape Management: Consider replacing thirsty plants, scrubs, and lawns with drought-tolerant or indigenous materials to reduce your water consumption. Twice a year aerate your lawn to reduce soil compaction and runoff. Aerating your lawn allows for deeper watering and reduces your water consumption. Insulate Pipes: Insulating your pipes is one of the cheapest ways you can go green even in a tight economy. Simply wrapping your pipes will ensure you receive your hot water quicker, thus eliminating your wait time and water down the drain. Leaky Faucets or Toilets: The drip, drip you are hearing is money and resources down the drain. Fixing a leaky faucet or toilet will immediately save you money and stop our most valuable resource from going down the drain. WE ARE ATLANTA'S FAVORITE GREEN PLUMBING FIRM Pete’s Plumbing is committed to being the “greenest” plumbing company in the Atlanta area. We have partnered with Moen, Kohler, and Mansfield to provide high-quality, good-looking fixtures at affordable prices that will reduce [...]