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Episode 2 Podcast- Interview with a Plumber. Expert advice From Walter Urbina

Jan 14, 2026
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In this episode of the Stewart Heating, Plumbing and Air Podcast, owner Ryan Stewart sits down with seasoned plumber Walter Urbina to dive into all things residential plumbing! From the reasons he became a plumber to his top tips for homeowners, Walter shares insightful stories and practical advice for keeping your home’s pipes in tip-top shape. Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:26 – Why Walter chose a plumbing career 1:45 – The most rewarding part of residential plumbing 2:30 – Diagnosing mysterious household plumbing issues 3:26 – Troubleshooting strange odors in the home 5:01 – Best tips to prevent plumbing problems 7:01 – Water heater maintenance essentials 9:03 – Walter’s wildest on-the-job story 11:15 – Exciting new trends & tech in plumbing 13:06 – Tankless vs traditional water heaters 14:26 – Simple maintenance to avoid costly calls 15:37 – What’s included in a home plumbing maintenance visit Highlights: How Walter Urbina got his start in plumbing Common household plumbing issues—and how to fix them The best habits for keeping your pipes, water heater, and disposals healthy Essential maintenance tips every homeowner should know New plumbing technology to protect your home, like smart shut-off valves The difference between tankless and traditional water heaters A behind-the-scenes plumber’s horror story! Show Links: Stewart Heating, Plumbing and Air – Your local experts in Contra Costa County. Visit our website: [www.stewartheatingandair.com] Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more home maintenance wisdom! Let me know if you’d like tailored content for the video title, custom social media captions, or repurposed highlights for other platforms!
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