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By The JAD Journal March 16, 2026
Helpful Heads-Up: As the weather warms up and tax refund season arrives, many homeowners are taking advantage of the extra sunshine and extra cash—to finally tackle those remodeling projects! Whether you are envisioning a complete kitchen or bathroom transformation or simply updating a fixture, James A Douglas Plumbing & Gas Fitting is here to bring your vision to life! We would be thrilled to partner with you on your next home improvement project, delivering expert care and precision no matter the size of the job!
By The JAD Journal March 10, 2026
Helpful Heads-Up: As the weather warms up it's a good time to do some checks on your house, for example... A meter check. Turn on your outdoor spigot for a minute and turn it off. If your meter keeps running afterward, you may have a leak Clear out gutters, downspouts, and yard drains to keep the spring rains away from your home! If you haven't serviced your sump pump or water heater in over a year, give us a call and we'll come do a maintenance check on them!
By The JAD Journal March 2, 2026
Happy snowy Monday! We have just a couple of updates for you from the team at JAD Plumbing & Gas Fitting... Announcements: We're starting a new Ad Campaign to answer your 'how-to' or 'how-do-I' questions about plumbing and gas fitting! No question is too small! Maybe you've been wondering about a strange noise coming from your sink or how to turn off your main water line. Whatever the case, comment them on this post: Click Me!!! We're also adding Water Treatment and Filtration to our list of services; our website will reflect this change soon!
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By The HIBU Team February 25, 2026
In this article, we'll go over how local plumbing companies can save you money on repairs throughout the year. Give us a call today!
By The JAD Journal February 24, 2026
Recent Review: "My experience with James A. Douglas Plumbing & Gas Fitting was nothing short of fantastic from beginning to end. From the start, they were very responsive to my emails and/or texts. They talked me through several possible remedies for me to try to resolve my situation before I made the decision to finally replace my hot water heater. There were no high pressure sales tactics or attempts to add on unnecessary parts or services. The technician, Zac, who came out to install the new hot water heater was extremely professional and friendly. He also took the time to explain everything in a way I could understand it. James A. Douglas Plumbing will be my go to for any future plumbing needs," --Josh Peters Thank you for supporting our company, Josh! We'll make sure Zac hears your praise! 
By The JAD Journal February 16, 2026
Trivia on Tap: Happy President's Day! To celebrate, we're wiping away the grime on a tall tale about President William Howard Taft. It's been said that President Taft got stuck in a White House bathtub and had to be buttered out, but that’s actually a myth. In fact, just after his election Taft had a custom porcelain tub installed that was big enough to fit four grown men! However, while he never got stuck, he did cause a bit of a plumbing catastrophe two years after his presidency ended. In July 1915, Taft was staying at a hotel in Cape May, New Jersey and over estimated the amount of water needed for the tub. When he got in, so much water was displaced that it trickled onto the heads of guests in the dining room below! The next day as Taft looked out onto the Atlantic ocean, he was quoted saying "I’ll get a piece of that fenced in some day, and then when I venture in, there won’t be any overflow," From clogged tubs to leaky pipes, we'll be sure to make sure your plumbing can handle a 'presidential' soak! Just Call James to set up an appointment!
By The JAD Journal February 9, 2026
Trivia on Tap! There is a long-standing urban legend that claims sewer systems across the country face their biggest test during the Super Bowl Halftime Show. The story goes that millions of fans, glued to their screens during the first half, all rush to the bathroom the moment the whistle blows. The fear is that this simultaneous "mega-flush" creates a surge so powerful it bursts pipes and overwhelms city sewers. It is a dramatic image— But luckily, it's also a myth! While it's true that water authorities monitor systems for these spikes, the "Super Bowl Flush" is a myth in that modern sewer systems are built to handle a massive volume. Even so, the water usage data is fascinating! Water authorities consistently record significant drops in water pressure and massive spikes in sewage flow exclusively during halftime and immediately after the game ends. It is one of the occasions that human behavior is perfectly synchronized by a television event. Fortunately, your home plumbing and the city main lines should have handled it just fine, but if you ARE experiencing plumbing problems we would be happy to help fix them!
By The JAD Journal January 30, 2026
Service Spotlight: At JAD Plumbing, we believe in taking care of our neighbors, whether it’s under the sink or out on the driveway! After last week’s heavy snowfall, our team traded their pipe wrenches for shovels to help clear out ice and snow for members of our community who needed an extra hand! We hope you’re all staying warm and cozy indoors! Just a reminder: if the cold weather has caused any havoc with your pipes or if you need expert gas fitting services, we are fully open for business. Just Call James for reliable, local service you can trust!
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By The HIBU Team January 27, 2026
How can plumbing contractors help you choose the right water heater? Get expert guidance on sizing, efficiency, and safe installation for long-term comfort.
By The JAD Journal January 27, 2026
We celebrated our Lead Technician Zac's workiversary last week, and we thought it was the perfect excuse to turn the spotlight on him. In this issue, we’re sharing a special 'Insider Scoop' Q&A so you can get to know the person taking care of your tech a little better! Q: What is the one tool you absolutely could not do your job without? A: A tiny crescent wrench I keep in my pocket. It's fully adjustable so I can use it on EVERYTHING, water lines, taking apart faucets and shower heads, putting new blades on our saw, you name it! Q: What is your favorite type of job to work on? A: Trim outs (that's when we install all the fixtures in a bathroom) because you can make it look all fancy and nice Q: What's your go-to snack food? A: I'm a gummy kind of guy. Sometimes during work we'll stop at 7-11 and Will will get food but I'll just pick up a bag of gummies Q: What is your favorite local restaurant? A: It's not really local since it's a chain, but my wife and I love the half apps at Applebees. I'm open to suggestions if you have any though! Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? A: I'd have to say Sweden for the snow, I love snowboarding Q: If you were an animal, which one would you want to be? A: A Mouse. No further context needed. Maybe a slight upgrade to rat Q: What's the weirdest gift you've ever received? A: Ever since becoming a plumber, the amount of plunger-related gifts is insane. I've got at least 3 mini-plungers now. Here’s to many more years of Zac helping things run smoothly at JAD!
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  • Do I need water testing before installing a system?

    Yes. Testing ensures the system you choose actually solves the problem instead of guessing.

  • Will a water softener remove bacteria?

    No. Water softeners treat hard minerals. Bacteria treatment requires proper testing and targeted solutions.

  • Why do I have orange stains?

    Iron in the water is the most common cause.

  • My water looks cloudy — what causes that?

    Cloudiness can come from sediment, air, or mineral content. We’ll determine the cause and recommend the right fix.

  • Do you repair existing systems?

    Yes. We install and repair most water treatment and filtration systems.

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