Just about every homeowner will inevitably experience the frustration of a clogged drain. In an ideal situation, it is only a clog that makes a sink or tub slow to drain, not one that causes water to overflow onto floors… Read More »
How to Locate and Turn Off Your Main Water Valve
While no one likes to think about the potential catastrophes that could happen in their house, it does pay to be prepared. This is especially true when it comes to your plumbing. It is an incredibly important part of your… Read More »
3 Common Plumbing Questions Answered
One of the biggest stressors as a homeowner is the potential for a costly plumbing disaster. No one ever wants to have to deal with leaking pipes, or even worse burst pipes, which can wreak havoc and cause extensive damage… Read More »
Debunking 4 Common Plumbing Myths
Plumbing myths have plagued us all. Many people have assumed that oil can go down a drain or that a garbage disposal will shred anything without damage. A plumbing system is an intricate network of pipes and fixtures that can… Read More »
How to Check for Plumbing Leaks
Plumbing is a totally indispensable part of your home – without it, you couldn’t do anything really – but it is also potentially one of the most dangerous things as well. When a pipe bursts, a water heater dies, or… Read More »
Preparing for a Professional Drain Cleaning
Have you cleaned your own drains just to have them back up time after time? It may be time to think about a professional drain cleaning. So once the appointment for someone to look at your pipes has been made,… Read More »
The Importance of Drain Strainers
Drain strainers are vital in draining water from our kitchens, bathrooms, and any other place with sinks. A drain strainer is a perforated metal sieve that stops the passage of solid debris or large food, hair, or coffee ground particles…. Read More »
Basic Tips for Maintaining Healthy Drains
Keeping your drains healthy might not be at the top of your to-do list, but it should be. Utilizing some simple habits can keep your drains clear and working properly so you can avoid an emergency call to a plumber… Read More »
Troubleshooting a Malfunctioning Dishwasher
Dishwashers are an amazing appliance that can save you a lot of time, pruned fingers, and counter space. Unfortunately, these wonderful machines are also prone to malfunctioning. Oftentimes these issues are minor and can be handled by a homeowner with… Read More »
What’s the Difference Between a Boiler and a Hot Water Heater?
You might be reading this and wondering what a boiler is. Most of us have heard of a hot water heater, we know what it is and what it does without needing much of a primer on it. Boilers aren’t… Read More »