House hunting is a stressful process, especially in a sellers’ market. Sometimes it feels like you barely have a chance to notice a house is on the market before someone else has made an offer. But this doesn’t mean you should rush, and you should certainly never buy a house without thoroughly checking it out […]
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Five Bathroom Habits That Could Damage Your Home Plumbing
Did you know that your daily habits can have a significant impact on how well your bathroom works and lasts? Many different plumbing mistakes can cause mold growth, broken pipes, leaks and worse. Fortunately, many of these issues can be avoided with simple maintenance and better habits. While you may need to rethink some of […]
Read MoreWhy DIY Drain Cleaning Can Actually Cause More Problems
Almost every home has had a backed up drain before. You’re brushing your teeth and you notice the sink is slowly filling without the plug being in. Or you’re taking a shower and notice the water filling up around your feet. Most of us have spent our lives being advertised to, so the solution seems […]
Read MoreIndicators that Your Bathroom Plumbing is Damaged
No matter the time of year, your bathroom plumbing gets a lot of use every day. Draining sinks and tubs, running the faucet, and flushing the toilet all put strain on your bathroom plumbing. Damage to plumbing can cause all sorts of problems that you will definitely want to avoid as a homeowner. Sometimes, you […]
Read MoreWhat’s Causing Your Toilet to Leak Around the Base?
If you’ve noticed water seeping out from the base of your toilet, you’ve got a plumbing issue on your hands. Most likely, you have some kind of leak around the base of the fixture. Knowing how to fix this issue is an important part of owning a home and having a toilet, so today, we […]
Read More3 Reasons Hot Water May Be Coming Out of Your Cold Faucet
Most faucets have two knobs or a directional knob that controls hot and cold water. Sometimes, though, the unexpected can occur: hot water coming out of the cold faucet! This mystifying problem can be especially obnoxious to adjust to, as it’s likely you will continue to forget and become frustrated every time this happens. There […]
Read MoreDo You Need to Hire a Professional Plumber or Can You DIY It?
Plumbing is a necessity in your home, so it’s important to keep your pipes, drains, and plumbing fixtures in good working order. Many routine plumbing maintenance tasks won’t require a professional plumber. Some, like unclogging a slow drain, fixing a clogged toilet, or cleaning out the garbage disposal, can be easily taken care of at […]
Read MoreWhat You Should Do Once a Pipe Freezes
Spring is almost here, and you may have let your guard down just long enough for the temperatures to plummet while you were unprepared. If your pipes freeze you may fear the worst, frozen pipes can result in severe damage, but before you panic, there are a few things you can do.
Read More4 Big Plumbing Tips for Pet Owners
When you adopted your “fur baby” into your home and family, your plumbing was likely the furthest thing from your mind. The truth is that these cuddly family members do bring a host of plumbing concerns and possible issues with them. But as they say, knowing is half the battle, so read on for the […]
Read MoreHow to Resolve Water Heating Issues
With the weather still on the chilly side you may find yourself looking forward to a toasty hot bath or shower–only to learn that your water isn’t heating up quickly or as hot as you want. Is there anything quite so disappointing as a lukewarm shower in winter? Not only does waiting too long waste […]
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