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Four in a Row: Gold Star Plumbing & Drain Named 2026 Daily Courier Readers’ Choice Best Plumber
Some numbers just hit different. One is nice. Two is a trend. Three is momentum. Four consecutive years as Prescott’s Readers’ Choice Best Plumber isn’t luck. It’s a pattern our neighbors have chosen to repeat, year after year, ballot after ballot. We’re proud to share that Gold Star Plumbing & Drain has been named the…
Read MoreHow Thermal Imaging Leak Detection Pinpoints Destructive Hidden Mold-Causing Wall Leaks
A damp spot on the drywall or a sudden spike in the water bill usually means a hidden pipe is leaking behind the walls. By the time the moisture becomes visible, toxic mold is often already growing, as the Environmental Protection Agency notes that mold can grow on damp surfaces within 24 to 48 hours.…
Read MoreFix a Constantly Running Toilet Tank Wasting Thousands of Gallons Monthly
A running toilet is a quiet budget killer. According to data from the Environmental Protection Agency, a single leaky toilet can waste up to 200 gallons of water every single day. That adds up to thousands of gallons of wasted water hitting your utility bill every month. At Gold Star Plumbing & Drain, we see…
Read MoreWhy Arizona’s Hard Water Wrecks Your Plumbing (And What To Do)
Arizona has some of the hardest water in the nation. Here’s how scale builds up in your pipes and water heater, and the fixes that actually work.
Read MoreFix a Corroded Anode Rod Causing Rusty Foul-Smelling Shower Water Fast
Turn on the shower, and you expect clean, refreshing water. Instead, you get a blast of rusty water accompanied by a terrible rotten egg odor. This unpleasant surprise usually points straight to a failing anode rod inside your tank. When the rod degrades, bacteria react with the decaying metal and create hydrogen sulfide gas. At…
Read MoreHow a Specialized Filtration System Removes Dangerous Rotten Egg Sulfur Odors
That unmistakable stench of rotten eggs wafting from your kitchen tap or showerhead is caused by hydrogen sulfide gas. This unpleasant odor makes showering uncomfortable and turns drinking water into an embarrassing ordeal for guests. We understand how frustrating this is for homeowners, and the good news is that you do not have to live…
Read MoreFix Sluggish Bathroom Drains Suffering From Severe Hair and Soap Scum Clogs
Fix Sluggish Bathroom Drains Suffering From Severe Hair and Soap Scum Clogs Slow bathroom drains are an absolute hassle, but you can clear that standing water by attacking the true culprits: hair and soap scum. When these two elements combine inside your plumbing, they create a thick, sticky barrier that standard plunger methods cannot easily…
Read More7 Signs You Have a Slab Leak Under Your Arizona Home
A slab leak can waste thousands of gallons before you ever see water. Learn the warning signs and when to call for electronic leak detection.
Read MorePopping Noises in Your Tank? Flushing Hidden Sediment Restores Hot Water
If your water heater is knocking, popping, or sounding like a microwave making popcorn, you are likely dealing with a buildup of solid minerals at the bottom of your tank. This sound happens when trapped pockets of water boil underneath a thick layer of buildup, eventually bursting through the debris. It blocks heat transfer, meaning…
Read MoreHow to Fix Blue Green Stains in Your Sinks and Tubs
Those ugly blue and green streaks on your sinks, tubs, and fixtures are more than a cosmetic eyesore. They are a clear warning sign that your plumbing is slowly dissolving from the inside out. When water has a low pH level, it becomes acidic and eats away at the copper pipes hiding behind your walls.…
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