The majority of households in the U.S. have issues related to limescale. Whether that means spending more money and effort to clean scaled-up fixtures or having to replace costly equipment because scale damage is too severe to repair. We must first comprehend this issue before we can address it. We’ll take a clear look at limescale …
As vacation approaches and preparation is well into action, many of us are preparing for what’s ahead. Yet, for so many of us, we forget to prepare for what we’re leaving behind for those few short days or weeks. Unfortunately, there’s that chance that we could arrive back home to an unwelcome surprise. Before leaving …
Going On Vacation? Take the few extra steps to check your shut-off valves Read More »
Most homeowners have experienced general water leaks whether they are coming from a broken pipe or a leaking toilet. Obviously, we would prefer the leaky toilet over a pipe leak. A leaky toilet or faucet can usually be repaired by your home’s do-it-yourselfer ( DIY). On the other hand, a leaking or burst pipe can …
A slab leak is a homeowner’s worst plumbing nightmare. Most are not familiar with a slab leak; and unfortunately there usually hard to spot because they start underground. Regrettably, some damage usually occurs before detection. Experts will define a slab leak as a water leak under or in the foundation of your home. If not …
Like any other home appliance, water heaters don’t last forever. One day you might be shocked to step into a cold shower, signaling that your water heater has reached the end of its life. For many homeowners, they would rather wait until their heater dies before replacing it. Some prefer to see the early signs …
You turn on the sink tap, and you start to notice that your water has a reddish-brown look. In rare cases, you may turn on the tap to brush your teeth or wash dishes, and the water looks bad right from the start. It usually takes place over a period of time. Or maybe the …
What could be worse than expecting a long steamy shower that’s met with an unsatisfying trickle of water? Or perhaps you’re trying to wash dishes, and you can’t get enough water pressure to rinse them effectively. Low water pressure can creep up on you over many years, or it could happen overnight. Whatever the problem, …
So, it’s Friday night, and you have discovered a plumbing problem in your home. Or, it’s the night before Thanksgiving, and you’ve just stepped into a puddle on the floor. Or maybe it’s 8 pm, and your water heater stopped working. These things never seem to happen on a Monday afternoon, do they? You might …
There are five things your plumber needs you to know. Have you ever stopped to think that your plumbing system is at the center of what takes place in your home? Without our plumbing, we don’t shower, wash clothes, shave, cook, clean, water our garden, or even flush a toilet. Yet, most homeowners know very …
If you are like most people, you probably take your toilet for granted and don’t give it a lot of thought until you have a problem. Understanding a little of its history and its design may help you prevent problems in the future and provide you with a few interesting tidbits to share when topics for conversation …
How Does my Toilet Work And Can I Fix It Myself? Read More »
Do you have a clogged toilet or a slow-draining sink? Not a problem, right? You take pride in being able to repair these minor issues yourself with just a couple of simple tools and few minutes. But what about other plumbing problems in your home? Unless you are a plumbing expert, there are times when …
Your garbage disposal is a magical bit of machinery. Just toss kitchen waste and scraps in, flip the switch, and seconds later, they’ve disappeared. We often take them for granted. Before you know it, we start putting things in it that we shouldn’t. Like any other appliance, if you take good care of it, your …
9 Things You Should Never Put Down Your Garbage Disposal Read More »
