The last thing on the minds of most homeowners is a water leak. However, once they see the signs, they jump into action. Some leaks are trivial such as a leaky toilet or faucet, while others can cause serious damage to the structure of your home. Most would agree that most water leaks, especially those …
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Water damage can hit us from many different directions. For some areas, it’s the threat of rain and melting snow. California is not exempt from floods, earthquakes, fires, and even mudslides. Water damage accounts for millions of dollars in damage to homes and businesses annually here in California. Water damage doesn’t stop at snow and …
While water is essential for every home, it can also be devastating if the unthinkable happens, such as a broken pipe or slab leak. If such a thing were to happen, your day would take a serious turn for the worst. Burst pipes, running toilets, and malfunctioning water heaters could all lead to water damage in the home. According to the …
Yes, one trillion gallons of water gets wasted each year, according to WaterSense, a division of (EPA) the Environmental Protection Agency. During March of each year, the EPA sponsors a campaign called “Fix a Leak Week” to encourage homeowners to fix the leaks in their homes. But, it doesn’t stop there. We should be vigilant …
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Are you experiencing low water pressure issues? Does it take forever for your bathtub to fill? Is the water slowly coming out of your faucets and showerhead? What would we do without good water pressure? Most of us understand that good water pressure is part of a comfortable lifestyle. However, in some instances, the low pressure could …
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If you don’t stay on top of your home’s plumbing system, you might get an outrageous water bill like this $23,063.01. You’re probably asking yourself if that really happened. The answer is yes, it did happen. Loretta Maddox of Dekalb County in Decatur, Georgia, received a water bill for over $23,063.01. The Georgia homeowner said that while …
Almost every homeowner has a plumbing issue at some point. Consider your home a machine that needs fuel and regular plumbing maintenance to keep it running smoothly. The plumbing in your home is a complex system that brings your family clean water, distributes it throughout the house, and then removes the waste. Unfortunately, it’s easy …
We’ve heard the statement, “What we don’t know won’t hurt us.” Well, nothing could be further from the truth, especially when it comes to water leaks. Many homeowners have water leaks in their home or landscaping and don’t even know it. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that ten percent of the households in the USA have water leaks. Of …
We want to do it ourselves and save a few bucks, but it’s best to leave it to a professional when replacing your shut-off valves. Now you can look online, and you’ll find many resources telling you how to change or install a shut-off valve. Still, nothing can replace the experience of a knowledgeable plumbing …
Unlike a car, when something goes wrong with your plumbing system, the check engine light won’t go on. The fact of the matter is that properly installed sewer lines and copper pipes in our home plumbing system will last for years. Proper maintenance is as much about what not to do to your plumbing system as …
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