We are a state licensed and insured Florida plumbing contractor serving Southwest, Florida. No matter the issue, we have the tool, part or knowledge to quickly solve your plumbing repair in Fort Myers, Naples, Estero or Bonita Springs, FL. A 24 hour emergency plumbing repair could leave you in a difficult situation. Trust the Moen Brothers to be honest, dependable and affordable at any hour. Below is a list of plumbing repairs and clogged drain cleaning services we offer.
Plumbing repairs and clogged drain cleaning is an area of plumbing we specialize in. Choose a company who comes prepared to handle these issues. We stock our trucks with all the parts to repair these issues and also carry many sewer and drain cleaning machines, electronic leak detection equipment and sewer video camera inspection reels.
Frustrated by getting the other companies answering service or answering machine on weekends or after 5pm? Call Moen Brothers Plumbing & Drain now and speak to a plumbing repair specialist in Fort Myers or Naples, FL. Our phones are answered by a licensed plumber, we will be able to answer all you questions and give you a pricing range over the phone. Who better to price your plumbing repair then the plumber who fixes these issues everyday.
24 hour emergency clogged sewer and drain cleaning in Fort Myers, Naples, Estero and Bonita Springs, FL.
Experiencing a backed up sewer or drain can be frustrating. It usually occurs at the worst time. When it happens we immediately think of what may have caused it, recent guests, children or other recent work. In most cases with the aid of our sewer video camera, we can say that a majority of clogged sewer mainlines is caused by tree roots growing in your sewer mainline. How does this happen? Is the tree strong enough to break a sewer line? If you have a large tree that is lifting up sections of your concrete driveway, then yes. Usually poor workmanship or other contractors hitting the sewer line unknown to you is the cause of roots in your sewer line. As water is flowing through your sewer line, it leaks at a faulty joint or connection. In time the root system of nearby trees will find this water and when they do the roots will not stop until you either fix the pipe or remove the tree. If you decide to remove the tree, another will soon find it.
To keep costs down, we initially snake the clogged sewer line with a large cutter head to remove the roots, we then run our sewer camera to find the faulty joint. once the faulty joint has been found, we run an electronic locator to mark the spot in need of plumbing repair. In most cases the customer has some time to arrange for the plumbing repair. Our sewer machines do a fine job of cleaning sewer lines but cannot fix a broken pipe, the water will continue to leak so the roots will be back. Most sewer line repairs will pay for themselves in time.
Clogged kitchen sinks, bathroom lavs, laundry lines and tubs.
Most clogged kitchen sink problems are due to the garbage disposal. The garbage disposal is a great appliance but can cause problems down the line. Ground up food creates an organic build up, combined with grease and food particles it can completely clog the kitchen sink line.
Bathroom lav and shower/tub clogs are usually caused by hair and soap residue. A majority of these clogs can be cleaned out without the aid of a sewer drain cleaning machine. The hair will get wrapped around the stopper portions of the lav sink, tub.
Laundry line clogs are usually soap residue and lint. Installing a mesh bag lint trap will prevent the lint from getting into the drain but does require the mesh bag being cleaned every so often. These clogs will require the aid of a professional drain cleaning machine.
If you are in need of clogged drain cleaning services in Fort Myers, Naples, Estero or Bonita Springs, Fl. Do not hesitate to call your local sewer and drain cleaning experts at Moen Brothers Plumbing & Drain. We have the knowledge and equipment to quickly solve any sewer or drain issue. We are available 24 hours a day for those emergency plumbing situations.
Testing and Repair of Backflow Prevention devices in Fort Myers, Naples, FL.
Are you in need of a certified backflow prevention tester or backflow repair service?. Moen Brothers Plumbing & Drain is certified to test backflow assemblies in Southwest Florida. We will handle all the paper work to register your backflow with the proper agency. Our prices are competitive and discounts are available for commercial owners that need multiply backflow devices tested.
A back flow prevention assembly is required to be tested after initial installation, after repair, after relocating the backflow and annually to ensure it is working properly. We carry the repair parts for the most common backflow here in Southwest Florida. The Wilkins-Zurn 975xl is installed on a majority of homes and commercial strip malls. If you have another backflow device, we can get the repair parts usually same day. Please call if you have any questions or for pricing. We would be happy to quote you a reasonable price over the phone.
A shower pan is a rubber membrane installed under the sloping floor and tile of your shower. If installed correctly, you will most likely never need to replace it. Florida plumbing code states there must be a shower pan installed on any second floor or higher shower. You are not required to install a shower pan on first floor showers if the shower base and drain are depressed or sunken a minimum of two inches below the finished living area floor
This old pan had a poured curb or flood rim, some build the curb with 2×4’s and wrap the pan material around it. This pan did not extend up high enough at the sides.
Why is my shower pan leaking?
A shower pan can leak for a variety of reasons, the most common would be incorrect installation. After a shower pan is installed, it is very important to carefully work around it as to not damage it. A simple screw stuck to the bottom of a workers shoe could puncture a shower pan. The shower pan should be installed a minimum of one inch above the showers curb or flood rim. All screws attaching the the pan should be fastened above the flood rim. In the picture below, you can clearly see the pan does not extend above the flood rim and screws were used to fasten the liner below the flood rim. Corners of the shower pan should be neatly folded and not cut. We have seen many pans cut at the corners, then glued back together to form a neat corner.
This shower pan does not extend above the flood rim and has screws installed under the flood rim
If the pan was installed wrong, why did it take years to leak?
The shower pan is a last defense from leaking. A new shower with new grout may not let water get to the concrete or pan. Tile companies and general contractors use an un- sanded grout in showers, it is waterproof until it cracks or wears out. If you see cracks forming in your grout lines, caulk or re-grout them.
How do we test a shower pan?
We first start by drying the area and ask our customers not to use the shower. If visible moisture and water continue to appear, a hot or cold pressure line to the shower or other fixture is leaking. We then remove the shower head and install a cap. The riser to the shower head is then pressurized. This riser line to the shower head would only leak when the shower is on and running so it is important to test this line before assuming the pan is bad. Then we istall a test ball to block off the drain to the shower, fill the shower base up to the flood rim and take a measurement of how much water is in the base of the shower. After 1/2 hour, we take that same measurement at the exact same location and record any water loss. If the water has dropped anymore than 1/4 inch, the pan has failed. In most cases you will visibly see water coming out of the shower area or water dripping down from a second floor, in this case the measurement is not necessary.
Installation and pre-slope
We highly recommend installing a shower pan in every shower, minimum plumbing code is exactly that, minimum. Pre- sloaping is something we don’t often see, the ground area below the installed pan should also be sloped toward the drain. If you have ever stepped into a shower and felt the base move or feel spongy, it’s because there is no pre slope and the concrete and tile above the pan are floating on the pan. Eventually the water in your shower will make it past the tile, concrete and grout. If the shower was pre sloaped the pan will catch this water and direct it to the weep holes of your shower flange. We also recommend replacing the shower flange when replacing the pan, we use a silicone sealent to the bottom side of the flange but not the top, the topside is where the water will enter the weep holes, carefull not to clog these channels or holes.
Here you can see the old pan, flange were removed, it is ready for pre-sloping, new flange and rubber pan.
ank less water heaters are the new energy saving product. Since everyone wants one, everyone is selling one. This is an article with some information you should consider before installing your tank less water heater. We have responded to countless Fort Myers emergency plumbing calls involving poorly installed tank less water heaters. A majority of tank less water heater problems in Fort Myers and other areas can be traced back to improper installation. Protect yourself and property by hiring a licensed Fort Myers plumbing service provider familiar with the proper installation of a tank less water heater. There are many things to consider before you decide to switch from conventional to tank less These include proper sizing, electrical requirements, current quality of water and proper installation.
Sizing
Be sure to choose a model that can support the amount of hot water you require. If you have a two bathroom home, we recommend purchasing the unit rated for three bathrooms. At some point you will have two showers and the laundry running at the same time. As with most new products, most new tank less water heaters are over rated by the manufacturer.
Electrical
Most whole home tank less water heaters require a larger gauge (AWG) wiring and main breaker at the fuse box then your conventional water heater has. In the warranty paper work supplied with the tank less water heater will be a form for a licensed Fort Myers plumber & electrician to sign with license numbers. Getting this signed will improve your chances of the manufacturer honoring the warranty.
Current quality of water
One common problem with tank less water heaters is scale build up inside the heat ex changer causing failure. Consider installing a carbon filter or whole house R.O. system to protect your new tank less water heater. Many of our Fort Myers plumbing service calls involve homes on well water. Some of these homes have a poor water quality. Correct any water quality issues before switching to tank less.
Proper installation
Ensure your installer follows the manufacturers installation instructions. If your home is piped with cpvc, pex or similar material, install a pressure relief valve piped to the outside. If your thermostat fails to turn off at the desired temperature, the pressure relief valve will open allowing the extra pressure to exit outside. We recently responded to a Fort Myers emergency plumbing call regarding a tank less water heater. Below is a picture of what can happen to your pipe when the thermostat fails and there is no pressure relief valve installed.
This pipe from a Fort Myers emergency plumbing call exploded due to a failed thermostat and no pressure relief valve installed by the previous Fort Myers plumbing contractor.
