Old homes are great in so many ways. Often they have unique architectural features or quirks that make them more lovable than modern pre-fab homes. However, their age (and sometimes even those quirks), can also make them difficult to take… Read More
Archive for the ‘Drain’ Category
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Thanksgiving Plumbing Preparation
As millions of households across the country start getting ready for the holiday season, there are many different tasks that need to be taken care of. While many of them are obvious, some of them slip to the bottom of… Read More
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7 Reasons to Call a Professional Plumber
When plumbing problems arise, many people are hesitant to call in a professional plumber in the hopes they can fix the issue themselves. It’s understandable—plumbing repairs can be costly, especially emergency repairs requiring a plumber to come out immediately. However,… Read More
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What to Do When You Drop an Item Down the Drain
Dropping something down the drain is almost always a stressful situation. It’s a good idea to keep drain strainers and plugs around to avoid this issue as much as possible, but even then, it can still happen to anyone at… Read More
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Common Fall Plumbing Issues
Every season brings its own plumbing challenges, and fall is no exception. It’s critical to stay on top of your plumbing service and maintenance needs, especially before the holiday and winter seasons begin to put excessive stress on many of… Read More
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How to Use a Drain Snake
When you have your own place as a homeowner, suddenly taking care of all of the different things that pop up or go wrong becomes your responsibility. This includes issues with the plumbing. While the activities of regular plumbing maintenance… Read More
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End-of-Summer Plumbing Maintenance
Summer can be one of the hardest seasons on your plumbing, especially if you have kids. While children are home for the summer, all your home plumbing tends to see a lot more use and abuse. There’s more laundry, more… Read More
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Common Commercial Plumbing Problems
Commercial plumbing problems, like residential plumbing problems, are common. Some plumbing issues are simple and inexpensive to repair, while others are more complicated and costly. For these reasons, it’s best to be aware of everything you can do to avoid… Read More
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4 Reasons to Avoid Liquid Drain Cleaners
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
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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