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How Backflow Preventers Keep Our Drinking Water Safe

Posted on January 27, 2022

Plumbing systems are complex arrangements of pipes, valves, and pumps that safely move water in and out of the house. When the system is working well, it keeps clean water and wastewater away from each other. However, there are some cases when the risk of contamination increases, and plumbers will recommend installing a backflow preventer in the system. This post will explore what a backflow preventer is and the vital ...Read More

Family members drink water knowing that it is safe thanks to their backflow preventer limiting contaminants.

COVID-19 Update

Posted on March 23, 2020

We are monitoring the latest news and local, state and federal guidelines related to the Coronavirus and COVID-19 pandemic. At RJ Tilley our goal is to continue serving our community while reducing the spread of the Coronavirus to our office staff, plumbers, remodelers and customers. We have implemented a strict cleaning policy including disinfecting high touch areas in our showroom, our equipment, and areas we touch in your home. Also, ...Read More

Thanks for voting R.J. Tilley “THE BEST PLUMBER”

Posted on November 12, 2017

Thanks for voting R.J. Tilley "THE BEST PLUMBER" The readers of The Richmond Times Dispatch have voted! For three years straight, R.J Tilley has been voted among the best plumbing companies in Richmond. We are thankful for our customers and our wonderful community! R.J. Tilley has been delivering superior customer service in the Richmond, VA area for over 40 years. Every job, every customer, and every property is treated with ...Read More

Preventing Frozen Pipes

Posted on January 6, 2017

Brr! It's cold outside! We have several days ahead that's forecast to be below freezing. This can cause issues impacting a lot of residents involving frozen water pipes. As the water in pipes freezes it expands, creating as much as 2,000 pounds of pressure per square inch, enough to cause almost any pipe filled with water to rupture. The bad news is that a burst pipe can releases hundreds of gallons of water ...Read More

Saving on Household Water Usage

Posted on January 5, 2017

Based on reports from the EPA, it’s suggested that the average family of four uses nearly 400 gallons of water every day, with about 70% of that water being used indoors. To some of us, this data is startling. How do we use so much water? Between showers, washing clothes and scrubbing dishes, it all adds up. Honestly, most times it’s a lack of attention in the very behaviors that ...Read More

Christmas Riddle

Posted on December 22, 2016

Just before Christmas, there was an honest politician, a kind lawyer and Santa Claus traveling in an elevator of a very posh hotel. Just before the doors opened they all noticed a $5 bill lying on the floor. Which one picked it up?? Santa because the others don't exist.

Seasonal Home Maintenance Tips

Posted on September 12, 2016

Like heating, cooling and electrical, our home’s plumbing system is rarely given a second thought; that is until there’s a problem. If you regularly service your HVAC system, even if you just change your air filters, you’re taking some precautionary measure to keep your cooling and heating equipment functioning properly and running efficiently. With that said, it’s important not to overlook the plumbing in your home. This complex system should ...Read More

Plumbing Trends for Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling

Posted on September 2, 2016

Remodeling is an excellent solution for modifying how your entire home functions. Complete overhaul or minor upgrade–remodeling can solve the challenges your home presents without requiring you to pick up and move. So many people have started choosing to remodel as a way to truly make their home a representation of who they are and what their family needs. It’s no surprise that kitchen and bathroom renovations remain some of ...Read More

How your Home’s Crawl Space is Affected by Humidity

Posted on August 3, 2016

Most homeowners have no desire to slither underneath their home to explore the dark underbelly that is the crawl space. In just a few feet of wiggle room, you’ll come across exposed ductwork, pipes, beams and certainly face your fair share of dirt, maybe even some pesky invaders. Although your crawl space is no place you want to be, it’s important for the overall comfort, safety and efficiency of your ...Read More

Curious about Kitchen Remodeling? Visit our Richmond Kitchen Showroom Today!

Posted on July 29, 2016

Uncertainty is a real (and natural) concern when considering any type of home remodeling. In a survey conducted by the Research Institute for Cooking & Kitchen Intelligence, homeowners who had undergone a remodel were asked about their primary pain points in the process. The majority stated their anxiety came from feeling “in the dark” and “wanting to know what was really going to happen throughout the course of the renovation.” ...Read More