Hook up a Kitchen.

Young people know that a hook-up can be a lot of fun, but hooking up a kitchen is quite a different matter.  It takes planning and construction as well as plumbing expertise.  The garbage disposal, the dishwasher and the refrigerator all need to be properly positioned and then hooked up by a plumbing professional.

Just take hooking up the refrigerator to the water line for example.  They have to –

1.  Shut off the water supply.

2.  Locate the cold water source closest to the appliance.

3.  Thread copper tubing through a hole they have drilled.

4.  Attach one end of that copper tubing to the refrigerator’s water pipe.

5.  Attach the water valve to the T-fitting.

Stop right there!  By now, most people’s eyes begin to glaze over.  To properly hook up any and all appliances within a kitchen you call the kitchen appliance installation professionals at A River City Plumbing.  They know their way around a kitchen almost as well as grandma.  If you live in the Coeur D’alene area call (208) 659-6565 or (509) 954-6567 for those around Spokane.

The History of Coeur d’Alene.

Do you think of golf when you think of Coeur d’Alene Idaho?  I doubt that many people do.  Did you know that our fair city is the home of the golf course with the world’s only floating green?  Coeur d’Alene has gone from a charming town of 16,000 in 1970 to become the center of business and recreational activities with a population of more than 35,000 today!

French-speaking fur traders named our lake in the mid-1800s.  Legend says the traders believed the local Indians to be sharp traders and they called the lake Coeur d’Alene meaning “their hearts were sharp as an awl (note the spelling meaning a sharp piercing tool used for cutting stones). Around the turn of the 20th century we became a thriving railroad and steamboat town.

Today, the city bustles with festivals, fairs and concerts.  Many of the activities center around the lake with its pristine beauty that has earned its reputation as one of the world’s most beautiful.  A River City Plumbing is proud to serve the plumbing needs of Coeur d’Alene ID and Spokane WA.  From our family to yours…have a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season.

Guide to Christmas in Spokane: Festivals, Events, Things to Do

Guide to Christmas in Spokane: Festivals, Events, Things to Do

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The Christmas season offers plenty of opportunities to spend quality time with friends and family, and in Spokane, Washington, there are many places to get you in the holiday spirit. From special holiday displays and light shows to festive plays, performances, and gift bazaars, Spokane is a wonderful place to celebrate the season.

Keep On Pumpin’

That reliable pump on your jacuzzi tub won’t last forever.  A common problem with older spas is pump failure.  If your system is more than 2 or 3 years old, replace the entire pump, not just the motor or what is known as the “wet end”.  If you do, then you'll probably have fewer headaches in the long run.

Here are a few signs of impending pump failure-

1.  A humming noise is coming from the motor.

2.  The bearings are making a whining sound.

3.  Failing seals are causing puddles to form below the pump.

Jacuzzi pumps need to be replaced periodically.  That’s just the way it is!  To keep things pumpin’ along call A River City Plumbing.  They fix plumbing problems in Coeur D’alene or  the Spokane area.  A River City Plumbing is always there when you need them.  Call (208) 659-6565 in Coeur D’alene or (509) 954-6567 in the Spokane area.

A Hard Freeze is ‘a Comin.

If you have lived in the Northeast Washington or Western Idaho for more than a couple of winters you know what a toll the freezing weather takes on your body, your vehicle, and even your home.  When winter hits with full force you will face the real possibility of frozen pipes in your Washington or Idaho castle.

Here are some initial steps you can take to prevent freezing pipes –

1.  Crank up the heat up in your home.

2.  Open cabinet doors throughout the house so warm air can reach pipes below the sinks.

3.  Always check around and disconnect garden hoses from outdoor faucets.

4.  Keep your garage door closed whenever possible.

These are some basic steps to avoid frozen pipes, but when it becomes a chronic situation that you can no longer tolerate please call on the expertise of A River City Plumbing.  Here are the phone numbers to remember (208) 659-6565 in Coeur D’alene or the number in the Spokane area is (509) 954-6567.

That Good Old Reliable Water Heater.

In most cases it stands all by itself in the garage (maybe next to a box of grandma’s old photos) out of our daily attention even though we pass by it every day.  Your water heater may well be the most efficient appliance that you have in your entire home.  Just when does it need a little extra TLC?

Manufacturers recommend that you flush your water heater every year.  So, what is a flush?  A service technician attaches a hose to your tank, empties it into an approved drain, then fills the water back up.  During the process, they clear out sediment and other buildup that occurs inside the tank and they provide a clean and clear surface for heating water.

There are a few other incidentals that they will attend to when flushing your water heater.  Suffice to say, that if you have this done annually your water heater should last longer.  In Eastern Washington and Northwest Idaho just call A River City Plumbing at (208) 659-6565 in Coeur D’alene or that number in the Spokane area is (509) 954-6567.

Veterans Day Ceremony: Honoring Those Who Served

Veterans Day Ceremony: Honoring Those Who Served

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The Spokane VA Medical Center is pleased to join the leadership and members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 51 for the annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena on Monday, November 11th beginning at 10:00am. Doors open at 9:00am.