Spring is here and summer is quickly approaching. Dallas is about to heat things up for us. Are you ready? It's important to get your home ready for those hot days, as they tend to make us use water a lot more than usual. Below are some helpful tips that will help you get ready for the hot months aheads, and help lower your water bill in the process.

1) Washing machine
Many machines allow you to choose a load size, and then the machine fills with a corresponding amount of water. Shopping for a new model? Select one that's Energy Star certified. Another way to save water here is by using cold water vs. hot water. It will preserve colors better, and it will save water and energy.

2) Dishwasher
Look for the Energy Star certification, but also make sure the appliance offers a light wash option, which uses less water. Another way to save water is by actually using your dishwasher. Did you know it takes less water to run a full load vs. washing the dishes by hand? The key here is full, so load it up and let it run.

3) Toilet
Commodes with the WaterSense label use 60% less water per flush than traditional toilets. You can install a low pressure toilet, similar to those popular in Europe. On older models, check to make sure the flapper closes properly, a common source of water leaks. You can also fill two water bottles with an inch or two of sand or gravel and put them in the tank of the toilet. This will raise the water in the tank and trick it into using less per flush.

4) Showerhead
For a fast fix, take shorter showers in lieu of baths. A low-flow showerhead can up the ante, reducing both your water bill and electric bill (because there's less water to heat).

5) Sprinklers
Automated sprinkler systems allow you to program a schedule based on local watering restrictions. Models with Wi-Fi connectivity can adjust that schedule based on weather forecasts. Cool, huh?

6) Fix leaks
This might seem obvious, but sometimes it is hard to tell that a faucet is leaking, especially if it doesn’t make a sound. It is good to replace washers in faucets every few years, especially if you live in an older place.

7) Insulate Water Pipes
Go to a hardware store and get some foam that is already cut in the shape of a pipe. Tape that to the pipes. This will help heat up your water faster, so you won’t lose as much while you’re waiting for it to heat. If you aren't sure how to do this, contact us. We are happy to help.

Hope you found these tips helpful. Share them with your friends and make sure to contact us with any plumbing questions. We are here to assist you 24/7. Contact us at 214-328-7371.

Valentine's Day is around the corner... Are you ready? 

If you're like many of us, you are scrambling to purchase something before the big day. Don't panic. We have a few ideas we've put together for you... and some won't cost you a thing.

1. Share your feelings. So many times we think that the person who we are with knows exactly how we feel, however, even if they know, it's always nice to hear it. Though you don't have to wait till Valentine's Day to do this, it's always nice to be reminded. Turn on a candle, put on some romantic music, and let your pen do the talking. 
2. Cook him his favorite meal. Sometimes we get caught up with our every day tasks and begin to take things for granted. Maybe you cook every day and making him his favorite meal does not sound that special, however, when cooked specifically for him - on this special date, it is sure to feel different. Make it all about him (or her). Buy his favorite beer or wine, welcome him home with it, and proceed with serving the appetizer. Best part, it will be intimate and special. 
3. Print those pictures. Remember the days when we printed our pictures? Can you think of the last time you put together a photo album? Need it ASAP? Our friends at Walgreens will be able to help you with this. Time is of the essence, so pay them a visit and let your imagination flow. Learn more about their photo services, here.
4. Give him love coupons. This is a favorite of ours. Ever heard of LoveCoups? Keep the spice alive and take "boring" out of the equation. From a day at the stadium watching his favorite team, to a couples massage, to a weekend getaway, and even time with the boys, these love coupons are the gift that keeps on giving - and at around $25, it's a deal! 
5.  Music Playlist. Far are the days when we made CDs with our favorite songs for our significant other. CDs... Who has those anymore? Now we have Spotify, Pandora, and many other music apps that can help us achieve this, in a much quicker and environmentally friendly way.  Head over to Spotify and begin to create a playlist that expresses just how you feel. 

We hope these ideas will help make of your Valentine's Day an even more special day. 

Got ideas? Share them in the comments. We would love to hear from you.

​Happy Valentine's Day! 

​Even though spring is around the corner, we continue to get hit with very cold fronts that require more than yourself to put on a coat. You also need to protect your pipes, otherwise, they could freeze and burst, which can result in an unfortunate situation.

1. Let cold water drip from faucets served by exposed pipes.
2. Keep the thermostat set to the same temperature both during the day and night.
3. Keep the garage door closed, especially if there are water supply lines in the garage.
4. Open the cabinet doors in the bathrooms and kitchen to let warmer air circulate around the pipes.
5. Make sure your house has insulation, particularly in the basement, attics, crawl spaces, and exposed water pipes.
6. Disconnect water hoses from outside faucets.
7. Wrap or cover outside faucets.

Have questions? Call us at 214-328-7371 or email us at metroflow@metroflowplumbing.com. 
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We were recently remising about our holiday party and realized we hadn't shared these moments with you, so here we are, sharing them. We hope you enjoy seeing some familiar faces. Many who have been to your home and have helped repair a plumbing issue, others who you haven't met in person, but you may have spoken to over the phone.

Everyone in these photos plays an important role in what makes Metro Flow Plumbing a company that has been in business for over 25 years, as well as a company where everyone feels like family.

We also took this time to celebrate the big boss' birthday. The big 60. We got him some great presents he'll be needing soon (joke), as well as a cake and cupcakes that couldn't have been more appropriate. 

We hope you leave us a note. We would love to hear from you! 

It's that time of year again! 

If you're like us, you have been counting down the minutes until the busiest month of the year... December. The month when family from oversees, out of state, and local, gathers to eat, laugh, and sing - and let's be honest, the singing part is our favorite; because of this, we have put together a list of our favorite holiday music. 

You'll be finding us by the fireplace singing along to some of these.

Here are a few of our favorite holiday music:

The Christmas Song by Chet Atkins
Submitted by Rick Romero

Mary Did You Know by Clay Aiken
Submitted by Susan

All I Want For Christmas Is You by Mariah Carey
Submitted by Daryl Miller

Feliz Navidad by José Feliciano
Submitted by Jesus Requena

O Holy Night by Clay Aiken
Submitted by Susan

What Child is This by Josh Groban
​Submitted by Denise Romero

Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee
​Submitted by Denise Romero

The Christmas Song by Chet Atkins
Submitted by RJ Romero

The Christmas Song by Natalie Cole & Nat King Cole
Submitted by Pete Ponce

Christmas Canon by Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Submitted by Diana

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas by Michael Bublé
Submitted by Silvana

Every year we gather around the table, at work and at home, and look around. We see familiar faces and at times new ones that join us during this very special time of year. This year, just like we do every year, we will gather at home, hold on to eachother's hands around the table, and give thanks for our family, friends, grandchildren, pets, work, and you.

Metro-Flow Plumbing wouldn't be around without the consistent selfless dedication of those who make up the Metro-Flow Plumbing family; our certified plumbing technicians, office staff, master plumber, and our clients. Clients we've had the privilege to work for, for over 25 years. Clients we have come to call our friends - and many times, family.

Thanksgiving is also one of our busiest time of year. With family and friends coming from all over the states - and world - we cook more and tend to produce more grease in the kitchen. This year, when cooking, try to store the grease in a plastic container and freeze it before disposing of it in the garbage. This will not only help keep your pipes clean, but it will make things less messy. Don't pour it down your drains as this will clog them - and though we are available 24/7 to assist you with a plumbing emergency, we are certain you don't want to need us during your Thanksgiving holiday. We hope this plumbing tip will help make your Thanksgiving weekend even more memorable and joyful.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones, 

The Metro-Flow Plumbing Family

This Thursday, we'd like to throw it back all the way to January of this year when Daryl Miller was interviewed by the CW33. They talked about cold temperatures freezing the pipes in the DFW metroplex and shared some easy tips to prevent this from happening. Check out his interview and let us know what you think - call us whenever you need a plumber, any time, any day.
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Read the full article, here:

DALLAS - Thanks to this cold weather, hundreds of folks in the DFW are starting the new year with flooded kitchens and damaged floors. "Water everywhere," said one man who had a burst pipe. "We went through every towel we had." But, where there's a crisis, there's a plumber! These guys have been moving around all week to make sure the winter weather doesn't ruin your stuff with bursting pipes. "It was, I think below 20 degrees for several days in a row," said Daryl Miller from Metro-Flow Plumbing. "When that happens, any of your piping on the exterior wall's going to sinks or faucets or water heaters, they will freeze."

Here's the thing, if you live in a house that's a little older, you really need to make sure you're letting those faucets drip on freezing-cold nights. But even if you're in a new spot, it's best to be prepared. Opening up cabinets in your house also gets some heat circulating to warm things up, but you may catch a break soon, looks like things are about to warm right back up.
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