Joe Martinez
Reviewing plumber · Washington · 30 years in the field
Every entry below was reviewed against current WA code before publication.
Entries reviewed by Joe Martinez 8 entries
Bathroom Remodel Plumbing Cost Seattle: What to Expect
Moderate · 10 min. What bathroom plumbing costs in a Seattle remodel, what drives the price, and when permits are required. WA plumber reviewed with 22 years experience.
Low Flow Aerator: What It Does, What It Saves, and Whether You Need One
What low flow aerators do, how much they save, and whether they reduce pressure too much. WA water conservation context. Plumber reviewed.
Pinhole Leaks in Copper Pipes: Causes, Repair, and When to Repipe
Medium · varies. What causes pinhole leaks in copper pipes, how to fix one, when to repipe, and the Seattle-specific water chemistry factors involved. WA plumber reviewed with 30 years experience.
Root Barrier for Sewer Lines: Prevention and When It Works
How root barriers prevent tree root intrusion into sewer lines, and what your options are in Seattle. WA plumber reviewed with 17 years experience.
Rusted Cast Iron Sewer Pipe: Assessment and Options
How to assess rusted cast iron sewer pipe and decide whether to repair or replace. WA plumber reviewed with 30 years experience.
Toilet Fills Slowly: Causes and How to Fix It
Why your toilet is taking too long to fill after flushing and the common fixes. WA plumber reviewed with 22 years experience.
Trenchless Sewer Lateral Replacement: How It Works and What It Costs
How trenchless pipe bursting and lining work for sewer laterals, when it's worth the cost, and what it costs in Seattle. WA plumber reviewed with 30 years experience.
Water Heater Sediment Buildup: Signs, Effects, and How to Fix It
How to tell if your water heater has sediment buildup, what it does to efficiency and lifespan, and how to flush it. WA plumber reviewed with 30 years experience.