2021 “Best of the Capital Region” Finalist
Schluter Systems
SCHLUTER SYSTEMS – SHOWER SYSTEMS IN THE ALBANY AREA
E.W. Tompkins Plumbing Heating Cooling remodels bathrooms using the Schluter Family of Products. These systems effectively manage moisture and prevent mold growth. Tile is not and grout joints fail.
The Schluter®-Shower Systems form a fully bonded, watertight assembly for tiled showers. The Schluter®-Shower System reduces the risk of failures due to water and vapor penetration and dramatically reduces total installation time. From drains to shower benches to waterproofing pipe seals, Schluter®-Systems offers everything you need to ensure a dependable and watertight installation.
Contact E.W. Tompkins Plumbing Heating Cooling for an estimate on a new shower installation or tub installation in the Albany, Troy, Schenectady New York area.
518-462-6577
Serving the Capital Region since 1921.
Best of the Capital Region – E.W. Tompkins Plumbing
E.W. Tompkins is pleased to be recognized as ‘BEST OF THE CAPITAL REGION” for the Plumbing Category!
We were so excited to open up the Upstate Magazine’s April May issue and see our name up on the top of page #44! It brought a smile to everyone’s eyes and the plumbers were doing “high fives” out by the truck. We appreciate all of our loyal customers voting for us! It really means a lot. We drove over to the Times Union and picked up our 7″ sticker which is now framed on our wall.
We look forward to moving up the ranks in 2019.
Did you know that we are the ONLY one in the Capital Region to offer Booking Online ?
Yes, you can actually sit in the comfort of your home with a cup of coffee and get on our website and review a sort of a la carte menu with pricing. They are basic plumbing services. If you have a custom job please contact our office at
518-462-6577
Our Water Heater has Sprung a Leak!
Your water heater is old and has started leaking!
If its a lot of water, call a plumber right away. You will want to determine from where the water is coming from. Water can ruin floors and belongings. Act fast when you see water. Since electricity is going to the unit you need to be very careful. Go to your service panel and see if you can find where the breaker is to the unit and shut it off. Turn the water off to the unit. This is also the cold water going to the unit. It is best to call a professional and the team at E. W. Tompkins can come out to see if it can be repaired or needs to be replaced.The Top of the Unit
Sometimes there are cold supply lines at the top of the unit which could be leaking. These water lines can be made of many different materials – copper, PVC, or PEX type tubing to mention a few. If you notice that a water line is leaking where it is attached to the unit, the problem may be quickly fixed by simply tightening that connection. If you notice that the shut-off valve on one of the water lines is leaking, the problem may be quickly fixed by simply tightening the packing nut below the handle. If either of these doesn’t solve the problem then you may need to repair or replace the valve and/or some of the piping. This is usually a quick fix and not a major cause for concern.The Bottom of the Unit
If water is coming out of a metal or plastic spigot attached to the bottom of the tank, you may have a faulty valve that needs to be replaced. This can be done easily by a professional plumber. If your tank is rusty and really old and the water is coming from the bottom of the tank,then this will probably require a complete replacement. Contact E.W. Tompkins and we can provide you with a definitive answer and assist with any replacement you may need.
This can be found in several places, most commonly it can be found along the side of your hot water heater attached to a long pipe. This valve allows for the release of extreme heat and pressure as a safety measure. When this happens, water begins to leak out of the valve and/or pipe. On an older unit, this valve may leak due to age and mineral build up due to your water conditions. This may also be a sign of a change in the incoming water pressure that supplies your home. If you are not sure of why it is leaking or just not comfortable in doing so, contact a local heating professional as soon as possible as this is a safety device designed to protect you and your family.
If you are still unable to locate the source of your leak or if you have a leak originating from a different area of your water heater, it may require attention from the pros at E.W. Tompkins Plumbing. 518-462-6577
What we need to know to help you replace your tank
- What type of unit do you currently have ? Is it Natural Gas, Electric or Liquid Propane How old is it
- How many gallons is it (typically they are 40 or 50 gallons
- Where is the current tank located ? Closet, garage, cellar, etc.
- Do you have a Standard or Power Vent Natural Gas Unit.
- Is there an easy way to remove it out of the house ?
