Pannysylvania Magazine

BEND, Ore. – Jun 25, 2026 – As summer settles over Central Oregon, Sunset Plumbing of Bend — a family-owned plumbing company that has served the region since 1982 — is sharing practical tips to help local homeowners keep their plumbing running smoothly through the warmer months and avoid costly surprises.

Summer brings a different set of plumbing concerns than winter: outdoor fixtures come back into heavy use, travel leaves homes unattended, and Central Oregon’s naturally hard water continues to take a toll on pipes, fixtures and appliances. A little attention now can prevent bigger problems later.

Sunset Plumbing offers the following advice for Central Oregon homeowners this season:

Check outdoor faucets and hose bibs. Now that they’re back in regular use, inspect outdoor spigots for drips or leaks. A faucet that leaks under pressure can waste a surprising amount of water over a dry Central Oregon summer.

Watch for hidden leaks. Small, slow leaks often go unnoticed until they show up as a higher water bill or a damp spot. If your usage climbs without explanation, it’s worth having a professional take a look before the problem grows.

Give your water heater some attention. Central Oregon’s hard water leaves mineral sediment in water heater tanks over time, which reduces efficiency and shortens the unit’s lifespan. Periodic flushing helps keep it running well.

Be kind to your kitchen drain. Summer cookouts mean more grease and food scraps. Keeping grease, oil and fibrous food out of the drain is the simplest way to avoid a clog when you least want one.

Shut off the water before you travel. Heading out of town? Turning off the main water supply while you’re away is cheap insurance — it means a small leak can’t turn into major water damage in an empty house.

Homeowners with plumbing questions or concerns can reach Sunset Plumbing at 541-382-0109 or visit www.sunsetplumbingofbend.com.

About Sunset Plumbing of Bend

Sunset Plumbing of Bend is a family-owned and operated plumbing company that has served Central Oregon since 1982. The company provides residential and commercial plumbing services — including drain cleaning, water heater installation, leak detection and repair, gas piping, new construction and remodels — throughout Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Prineville, Sunriver, La Pine and surrounding communities. Sunset Plumbing is fully licensed, bonded and insured (Oregon CCB #69172).

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Company Name: Sunset Plumbing of Bend
Contact Person: Jeff Cook
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Address:62979 Plateau Dr #1
City: Bend
State: OR 97701
Country: United States
Website: https://www.sunsetplumbingofbend.com/