Glossary

Water Heaters & Fixtures

Water Heater
An appliance that heats and stores water for residential or commercial use.

Tankless Water Heater
Provides hot water on demand without a storage tank.

Expansion Tank
Absorbs excess water pressure caused by thermal expansion.

Anode Rod
Prevents corrosion inside a tank-style water heater.

Water Pressure Regulator
Reduces incoming water pressure to a safe level.

Pilot Light A pilot light is a small, continuously burning flame that ignites the main burner in gas appliances like water heaters, furnaces, and boilers.

Toilets, Drains & Sewer

Clogged Drain
A blockage that restricts water flow.

Sewer Line
Carries wastewater to city sewer or septic system.

Trap
Prevents sewer gases from entering the home.

Root Intrusion
Tree roots invade underground pipes.

Pipes & Repiping

Galvanized Piping
Galvanized pipe is a steel water supply pipe coated with a layer of zinc to prevent rust and corrosion.

Repiping
Replacing old or faulty pipes throughout a building.

Copper Piping
Durable and corrosion-resistant material.

PEX Piping
Flexible plastic piping for water supply lines.

Pipe Bursting
Breaks old pipe while pulling in a new one.

Pipe Relining
Installs a new lining inside existing damaged pipes.

Emergency Plumbing

Emergency Plumbing
Immediate services for leaks, bursts, or backups.

Burst Pipe
Pipe ruptures due to freezing or pressure.

Shutoff Valve
Stops water flow during emergencies.

Flood Prevention Device
Auto-shutoff valves or detectors to reduce flood risk.

Sump Pump & Basement Systems

Sump Pump
Removes excess water in basements or crawlspaces.

Battery Backup Sump Pump
Operates during power outages.

Check Valve
Prevents backflow into the sump pit.

French Drain
Redirects water away from the structure.

Water Quality

Water Filtration System
Removes sediment, chemicals, and contaminants.

Water Softener
Reduces hardness by removing minerals.

Reverse Osmosis
Purifies water using a semipermeable membrane.

Gas & Safety

Gas Leak Detection
Uses equipment to identify gas leaks.

Inspection
Assesses plumbing systems for issues.

Backflow Prevention
Prevents contaminated water from flowing back into the clean supply.