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Have you ever had a plumbing problem spiral out of control? It's easier than you might think - one minute you're trying to unclog a toilet with a DIY fix your friend told you about. The next moment, a minor clog has turned into a major leak, and you don't have the tools or training to remedy the problem.
Logic says it's time to call a reliable team of plumbers in Johns Island, SC, but that's easier said than done. All too often, plumbing contractors and handymen promise a quick solution only to leave you high and dry. Other times, they'll show up on time and try to upsell their services or charge you an exorbitant rate you can't afford. What happened to the good old days when you could rely on a plumbing company to show up on time, work extra hard, and charge you a fair price?
Servant Plumbing represents the last of a dying breed dedicated to doing right by our customers. Our formula is simple: Show up on time motivated to solve your plumbing problems, put in a full day's work, and charge you a reasonable price.
You'd think that would be easy for other plumbing companies in Charleston, but they just can't help overcharging and underworking. On the other hand, Servant Plumbing puts our customers first - no questions asked.
Unlike other plumbing companies that talk a good game, we are the only plumbing company in metro Charleston that backs up our statement when we say that you, the customer, are our top priority. Why can we claim to be the best? Because we are currently ranked number one in the Greater Charleston Area out of over 60 plumbing companies.
We offer a wide variety of plumbing services in the Low country, including:
If you're looking for a Christian plumbing company that puts the customer first, look no further than Servant Plumbing.
Here at Servant Plumbing, our plumbers in Johns Island, SC go the extra mile to understand your needs. Whether you need help with a minor drain clog or a more serious repiping problem, we're here to help.
We're proud to develop a personal relationship with each of our customers, assuring them that their plumbing issues are being handled by the most capable, professional crew around. We make sure we do things right the first time without having to make a return trip. Our trucks are always stocked with the necessary parts and supplies to complete your job with integrity and confidence.
When other companies just say that you're their top priority, we mean it and can back it up with our strong service record and reputation. We're proud to be ranked #1 among more than 60 plumbing companies in metro Charleston. Unlike our competitors, we never charge service fees and proudly offer warranties on our parts and labor. If you're an active duty or retired military veteran, you can always expect a 10% discount when you trust Servant Plumbing on your property.
It's safe to say that we do things a little differently than other plumbing companies in South Carolina. In an industry known for big frowns, we're proud to put smiles on our customers' faces. We pride ourselves on having actual relationships with our customers. We always strive to see ourselves through the customer's eyes and constantly look for ways to improve our service.
In short, we genuinely care! Because without our customers, there is no us! And it really is just that simple, and here's how we show it:
Curious if we solve the plumbing problem you're dealing with? Here are a few of the most common plumbing services our company handles for customers.
Have you ever tried flushing the toilet and stood by in shock while it overflowed onto your bathroom floor? You're not alone. When it comes to common issues that Servant Plumbing solves, clogged drains have to be near the top. From toilet drains to shower drains and every kind of drain in between, we've seen it all. For the homeowner, it might seem like the end of the world. But to us, it's just another day.
Our plumbers in Johns Island, SC use the latest tools and technologies to unclog kitchen sinks, toilets, main sewer lines, showers, bathtubs, and more. Unlike other plumbing companies who quit once the clog is cleared, we can use a camera to give you solid answers as to why your drain is clogged. Once we know why your drains were clogged, we'll guide you on preventing problems from happening in the future.
In our experience, some of the most common reasons for drain clogs include:
If you've tried everything in your power to unclog your drain, it's time to call Servant Plumbing. When you trust our drain cleaning company, you can rest easy knowing we use the most advanced tools and reasonable pricing to eliminate your issue quickly and cost-effectively. When we're done, we'll leave your living space clean and tidy, like we were never there. That's just the Servant Plumbing way!
If you find that pipe repair just isn't going to keep your home's plumbing system running, it may be time to consider whole-home repiping. That's especially true if your home is over 25 years old. In these cases, replacing one pipe won't cut it. Whole-home and sewer line repiping is going to be your best bet, but it's a big job only suited for the most experienced plumbers in Johns Island, SC.
Keep an eye out for these surefire signs that you need repiping services. If any of these signs sound familiar, give our office a call ASAP:
To ensure your home truly needs repining, Servant Plumbing uses advanced tools to inspect your pipes first. If repairs suffice, we'll let you know. However, repining is the best way to go if you're dealing with constant leaks or recurring pipe problems. Repining is a great way to nip future plumbing problems in the bud while adding resale value to your home.
Other benefits of repining include:
Who doesn't love their garbage disposal? Aside from its loud noise, it can work wonders for food disposal and general kitchen cleanup. But tidying up after dinner is a lot harder when you flip that little switch, and your disposal doesn't work as it should. When your garbage disposal is clogged, it can snowball into other plumbing problems like sink clogs and even piping issues.
Though the most common culprit behind garbage disposal clogs is rust and hard items that jam up the propeller, worn blades and inefficient food disposal are also on the list. In some cases, corroded motor wiring impacts disposal failure, which can even cause shock hazards.
To ensure your family is safe and your garbage disposal is fixed, it's best to call Servant Plumbing for a garbage disposal inspection. Our expert plumbers in Johns Island, SC, have the proper tools and training to fix even the most confusing garbage disposal problems, like:
Whether you need simple repairs or a new garbage disposal installed, Servant Plumbing is here to help you make an educated purchase decision. As a crucial part of your kitchen, we know that living without your garbage disposal is a pain. That's why we'll work efficiently and effectively to find a solution to your problem, using innovative tools and decades of experience.
Have you noticed that water is leaking into your home or onto your property, but you can't figure out where it's coming from? Even a tiny leak emanating from your bathroom sink can cost you hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars of damage and wasted water. The longer you wait to call a reliable plumbing company, the worse your damage will likely be.
Servant Plumbing has earned an impeccable reputation for leak detection and repair services. With high-tech equipment and years of training, our master plumbers can accurately diagnose and repair the leak in your home. That way, you can get back to enjoying time at home without worrying about water damage.
Our team detects and repairs many different types of leaks, including those coming from:
If you notice any of the following signs, call Servant Plumbing ASAP for leak detection services in Charleston:
If you love taking a hot shower after work or crave hot tub sessions on the weekends, it's crucial that your water heater is in good working order. That's especially true for everyday activities like washing clothes or washing dishes. Unfortunately, many homeowners in South Carolina fail to keep up with their water heater maintenance. Before they know it, their hot water is completely out.
Here's the truth: Even with ongoing maintenance, your home's water heater will break down with enough time. When that happens, you need a team of trustworthy, expert plumbers in Johns Island, SC, to help. Unlike other plumbing companies, Servant Plumbing can help with all your water heater needs, from repair to installation.
Sometimes, it can be easy to tell if your hot water heater has a problem, like if you aren't able to get any hot water for showering. However, some signs aren't as apparent. If you notice any of the following signs, it could be time for water heater repair or replacement:
Remember - water heater issues can be complex and difficult to diagnose. Before you try a DIY option that could create more trouble for you and your family, call Servant Plumbing. We've solved hundreds of water heater issues over our decades of experience and would be happy to help you too.
The quickest way to discover the Servant Plumbing difference is to experience it for yourself. If you're dealing with a plumbing problem in your home, contact our office today. We'll be happy to travel to your location and provide you with a free estimate. In the meantime, here are just a few reasons why we're the Low country's first choice for plumbing services in Charleston:
Ready for our team to fix your plumbing problems? Give our office a call today. We think you'll be happy with our unrivaled customer service, meticulous attention to detail, and cost-conscious pricing. When we leave your home, you WILL be smiling. We absolutely guarantee it!
“My concern, and the concern of people on the island, is that River Road is getting more and more crowded," Charleston City Councilman Jim McBride said at an April 22 Committee on Public Works and Utilities meeting."It’s a two-lane road, with not a lot of shoulders, which contributed to the crash, I think.”Leachate is created when water filters through a landfill, and picks up all kinds of chemical and organic pollutants along the way. It's like filtering water through coffee grounds to make your mor...
“My concern, and the concern of people on the island, is that River Road is getting more and more crowded," Charleston City Councilman Jim McBride said at an April 22 Committee on Public Works and Utilities meeting.
"It’s a two-lane road, with not a lot of shoulders, which contributed to the crash, I think.”
Leachate is created when water filters through a landfill, and picks up all kinds of chemical and organic pollutants along the way. It's like filtering water through coffee grounds to make your morning brew — just replace the beans with garbage.
The utility's spokesperson, Mike Saia, told city leaders in April that there are many reasons the system sends leachate to the processing plant on Johns Island, located at the intersection of River and Murraywood roads.
That includes a "symbiotic relationship" with the Oakridge Landfill in Dorchester County, where the truck that crashed in February was coming from. Oakridge takes Charleston's solids, and CWS takes Oakridge's liquids.
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The system can't send the leachate directly to its central Plum Island facility, as the highly-concentrated wastewater can "wreak havoc" on that plant's infrastructure if it arrives untreated. The Johns Island plant was also built large enough to handle a population boom, so its upper capacity hasn't been reached.
Perhaps most importantly, Saia said processing the so-called "garbage juice" above Charleston's watershed would be risky.
“It is a tremendous benefit to the entire Lowcountry that we treat this leachate and then release the water into the harbor, versus above us where our drinking water comes from,” he said.
Each truck can carry between 4,000 and 6,000 gallons of leachate. Saia said it's unclear how much was on the truck when it crashed, but "most of it was spilled." Clean-up took a few hours and the scene was "fully remediated." Saia said the truck was operated by a subcontractor hired by the Oakridge Landfill, which was responsible for the managing the cleanup.
In response to the February spill, and feedback from the community, Saia said the utility is adding more pavement on the turn-out from the site onto River Road to give trucks more room to safely maneuver. But any improvements to the narrow road beyond that might be tricky.
River Road, like many roads across the state, is managed by the South Carolina Department of Transportation, not a local government. In an emailed statement, a department spokesperson wrote that the SCDOT "does not currently have any plans" for updating or widening the two-lane road.
"However, we encourage anyone with issues on a state-maintained roadway to be in touch with us directly at 855-467-2368," the spokesperson wrote.
Technically, "toxic" is not the same thing as "hazardous."
"The toxicity of a substance is the potential of that substance to cause harm, and is only one factor in determining whether a hazard exists," according to Purdue University. "The hazard of a chemical is the practical likelihood that the chemical will cause harm."
Saia said the wastewater that spilled forth from the February accident was toxic, but not hazardous since the landfill it was from doesn't accept hazardous waste.
“People ask us what’s in it. We don’t know what’s in every drop, because we don’t know what people send to the landfill," he said. "But we do know that it meets industry standards and that it’s a high-strength wastewater.”
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Andrew Wunderley, executive director of Charleston Waterkeeper, said leachate is a significant environmental threat.
"It's a cocktail of toxic substances," he said. "It can be anything from heavy metals to solvents to herbicides to pesticides. It can be PFAS and forever chemicals. That being discharged into the environment is incredibly dangerous — not only to environmental health, but also to human health."
Saia said CWS will be discussing the spill, and potential solutions to prevent future accidents, with the Johns Island Council at a public meeting on July 11.
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Clean-up efforts are underway after vandalism resulted in a 60-gallon diesel fuel spill on Johns Island, officials with Charleston Water System said Monday.The diesel fuel spilled into a stormwater ditch behind homes along Colonel Harrison Drive that leads to the Stono River. Residents initially discovered and smelled the fuel spill over the weekend. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control was called on Sunday to help with the spill.Read more: ...
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Clean-up efforts are underway after vandalism resulted in a 60-gallon diesel fuel spill on Johns Island, officials with Charleston Water System said Monday.
The diesel fuel spilled into a stormwater ditch behind homes along Colonel Harrison Drive that leads to the Stono River. Residents initially discovered and smelled the fuel spill over the weekend. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control was called on Sunday to help with the spill.
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“Our contractor cleaned up a portion of the spill, immediately called in a professional environmental remediation company, and notified SC DHEC and the EPA’s National Response Center,” said Mike Saia, Charleston Water System's public information administrator. “It may take several days for them to recapture all remnants of the fuel.”
This is the third instance of vandalism to contractor equipment in recent weeks, and the Charleston County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
“I mean it is a very, in depth vandalism. It's not just a rock through the window. It’s someone who came out here to destroy this 200-something thousand-dollar machine,” said Chad Hunter, owner of Hunter Landworx Construction, the contractor onsite.
Hunter showed up to his Johns Island job site Monday expecting to quickly finish a project he’s been working on since October. Instead, he found his machinery completely vandalized.
“There are wires in there, cut and hidden like that. We wouldn't be able to find it if we didn't see that all the fuel around it, my guys would've gotten in the machine. He put rocks and all in our engine to try to blow the engine up,” Hunter said.
But the damage doesn’t stop there.
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The vandalism led to a 60-gallon diesel fuel spill into the surrounding area along the Stono River. Charleston Water System owns the construction project, and its staff says they’ve never seen damage this bad.
“We don't see a lot of vandalism. If we do, it's very, very minor, and easy to repair. But this is a different situation because not only did the person damage the equipment related to the job, but they've also damaged the environment,” Saia said.
Saia said they were able to soak up as much of the liquid fuel as possible and the Coast Guard confirmed to CWS that the spill didn't reach the river.
Now, Hunter must pick up the pieces.
He said the damage to his machine alone will cost a few hundred thousand dollars and his crews are now behind on all their current projects.
“We're out here to clean up somebody's mess as well as take time from our family and slow down the project. I mean, it's hurting everybody, the neighborhood, everything around us is just getting messed up from one person,” Hunter said.
“One hour's worth of work is causing weeks of fix-up.”
News 4 has reached out to CCSO for more information.
JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — Balancing development and existing infrastructure is an issue Charleston County and city leaders are facing.Ask any John's Island residents their main complaint and they will likely tell you traffic.Charleston city councilman for District 3, Jim McBride, is brainstorming ways to alleviate the stop-and-go drive on and off the island.On Maybank Highway, two lanes are coming onto Johns Island and only one going off towards James Island.Read more:...
JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — Balancing development and existing infrastructure is an issue Charleston County and city leaders are facing.
Ask any John's Island residents their main complaint and they will likely tell you traffic.
Charleston city councilman for District 3, Jim McBride, is brainstorming ways to alleviate the stop-and-go drive on and off the island.
On Maybank Highway, two lanes are coming onto Johns Island and only one going off towards James Island.
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Councilman McBride said it's a bottleneck and taxpayers are sitting in traffic, wasting time and money.
There are three projects in the works.
McBride said the first project that will alleviate this problem is the Northern Pitchfork, which is expected to be finished in March.
It will allow motorists to take a right coming onto the island at the fairly new stoplight near Fenwick Hall Allee and take them to River Road, meaning no one has to sit on Maybank.
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The second project is restriping Maybank Highway near the intersection of River Road.
Right now, there are short turn lanes and McBride said cars get backed up, slowing traffic coming onto the island.
He said after the striping, there will be a left turn lane only. The middle lane will be three lanes and a new right turn lane will be added.
The third planned project is the nearly $30 million Southern Pitchfork, creating a possible left turn when you come onto Johns Island.
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The traffic light for the Northern Pitchfork would potentially be moved and realigned with the entrance to the Southern Pitchfork closer to the bridge.
"If that gets funded, and if that happens, the estimated completion time would be somewhere somewhere around 2028," McBride said. "I don't want to wait for four years and no one on the island wants to wait for four years. So, we're trying to come up with some ideas to improve things before that."
McBride said these projects will allow traffic to flow better coming onto the island, but there is nothing funded now to help people get off the island.
"Every single morning taxpayers are sitting in traffic wasting money wasting time," McBride said. "And it's a problem that needs to get fixed."
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One idea McBride is researching is reversible lanes.
With reversible lanes, the middle lane would switch directions in the evening, potentially alleviating traffic.
"In the morning you have two lanes going off the island, and then in the evening, you'd have two lanes coming on the island," McBride said.
McBride said it would require large signaling and possibly entry gates to make it very clear which direction people would drive.
"In 2019, the county did a study on this idea, and they determined that it would improve traffic going off the island in the morning by 66%. That's a huge improvement," McBride said.
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McBride said the county recommended they could not do reversible lanes because currently there are too many stop lights too close together.
He said if the Northern Pitchfork is realigned with the future Southern Pitchfork, there would be one intersection closer to the bridge which would create a more continuous stretch of road, potentially allowing this idea to work.
McBride said the reversible lane idea would cost about $5 million.
"In comparison, the Southern Pitchfork is estimated to be about $30 million. So, $5 million is a lot of money, but it will save taxpayers so much money over time and save time. Instead of sitting in traffic you know, wasting time and gas money," McBride said.
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This is just one idea McBride is researching.
He said he is working alongside Mayor William Cogswell, city staff, and county council members Jenny Honeycutt and Joe Boykin to find a solution for Johns Island traffic.
River Road and Maybank Highway are state-owned, meaning they are managed and funded by the county.
McBride said this requires collaboration between the city and county.
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This November, the county will vote on a 2024 Half Cent Sales Tax Referendum to potentially replace an old sales tax set to expire in the next 2 years.
McBride said it would raise an estimated $5.4 billion.
He said $2 billion would help fund the Mark Clark Expressway, and the other $3.4 billion would help fund the County Infrastructure Improvement Projects.
JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - A woman neighbors describe as a staple of the community has a new home thanks to a group of volunteers.Sea Island Habitat for Humanity celebrated another closing on Johns Island Friday, handing over the keys for the second house they completed this year to Clareatha Matthews.Matthews says she has been waiting for this day to come. She previously lived in a trailer right behind her new home for almost 40 years. On average, trailers are only supposed to last 10 to 15 years.Matthews is an active ...
JOHNS ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - A woman neighbors describe as a staple of the community has a new home thanks to a group of volunteers.
Sea Island Habitat for Humanity celebrated another closing on Johns Island Friday, handing over the keys for the second house they completed this year to Clareatha Matthews.
Matthews says she has been waiting for this day to come. She previously lived in a trailer right behind her new home for almost 40 years. On average, trailers are only supposed to last 10 to 15 years.
Matthews is an active member of the community and has been a resident of John’s Island since 1989. She is involved in multiple Bible studies and has worked at the John’s Island Subway for 20 years now.
“Oh my god today means so much to me. I have been blessed and truly blessed for this day. I have been waiting for this day,” Matthews says.
The project to build her home began in September. When a new homeowner is picked, they are required to work a certain amount of “sweat equity” hours by working with volunteers to help build their own home. Matthews was required to work 300 and volunteers say she continued to come out and work on her house even when her required hours were completed.
“She is just a staple. She is a very active part of this community, and she was also very involved in her habitat sweat equity hours. Continuing to come out and help work on her house even after she finished her hours,” Construction site supervisor Kali Tanguay says.
She also said that they have seen some new homeowners in the past fall short on their hours or not want to commit, but that Matthews went above and beyond.
Her friends and family came out to celebrate and help Matthews move in. Her daughters said their mother worked three jobs when they were growing up and that she never complained. They said that she deserved this greatly.
“We owe our entire life to Habitat for Humanity. It’s very special because my mom is such a dependable, hardworking, and deserving lady and it’s good to see her just totally happy,” Matthew’s daughter, Veronica Huggins, says.
Sea Island Habitat for Humanity completes an average of five to six houses per year and they are hoping to see that number continue to grow.
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It is the reason I moved back here after 30 years of visiting yearly to restore my soul.The urban growth on Maybank has drawn wonderful businesses and world-class restaurants, making Johns Island a destination.Johns Islanders have worked to maintain this balance by coming together to collaborate with local government and other partners to create and implement tools, including the urban growth boundary and rural zoning districts.These actions have helped Johns Island avoid the fate of becoming a cookie cutter community an...
It is the reason I moved back here after 30 years of visiting yearly to restore my soul.
The urban growth on Maybank has drawn wonderful businesses and world-class restaurants, making Johns Island a destination.
Johns Islanders have worked to maintain this balance by coming together to collaborate with local government and other partners to create and implement tools, including the urban growth boundary and rural zoning districts.
These actions have helped Johns Island avoid the fate of becoming a cookie cutter community and keep its special natural rural beauty, culture and ecosystem intact.
This comes with a constant awareness of new developments and a vigilant effort to maintain and preserve the balance of this way of life for future generations.
If we are not intentional in future development, our beloved islands will soon be destroyed.
Some believe extending Interstate 526 will solve this. But I believe it will only bring more traffic that could destroy the wildlife, ecosystem and uniqueness of Johns Island.
Island residents still have the opportunity to maintain a balance of rural and urban areas. Extending I-526 would irreparably tip the scales.
ROBIN DYESS
Johns Island
The Dec. 16 commentary by Sara Hazzard, president and CEO of the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, is about union Grinches.
But it might be titled, “There is no joy in Mudville — mighty Casey has struck out,” from the poem, “Casey at the Bat,” by Ernest Lawrence Thayer. The poem is about Casey’s overconfidence when he strikes out. He let two pitches fly by as strikes before missing the next pitch.
Right-to-work states are swinging and missing the ball. Labor unions were created in order to help workers with work-related difficulties such as low pay, unsafe or unsanitary working conditions, long hours and other situations.
Unions bring higher wages for the lowest-paid workers.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ annual report on union membership published last January, “Workers who are members of labor unions in the U.S. make 18% more than their nonunion counterparts.”
Which group would you want to be part of?
NANCY ZETTLER
Mount Pleasant
Thank you for Mark Powell’s delightful New Year’s commentary, “Firsts on the First: A quiz for New Year's Day.”
This reminded me of the power of mind over matter, especially the comments on cigarette commercials being banned when President Richard Nixon signed legislation.
It’s been 54 years, and I can still hear the jingle, “Winston tastes good like a cigarette should.”
How pitiful for the child who heard that, believed it and stayed hooked on nicotine for 30 years.
I haven’t smoked in more than 30 years.
Now if we could just get legislation to ban beer commercials, we would have a less drugged America. No one wants to believe alcoholics start with a first taste of beer. I, for one, know better.
“This Bud’s for you.”
To a happy, healthier new year.
SUE GEORGE
Summerville
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