Home ownership is full of fun little surprises – and by “fun” we really mean frustrating, obnoxious, or even worrying. And anyone who has ever experienced low water pressure understands that certainly falls under the “fun” category. When you turn on your faucet, shower, garden hose, etc., you expect a...
Your water bill may not be the heftiest utility you pay, but it all adds up. And in the current climate, we could all stand with saving a little extra wherever possible. The good news is that saving on your water bills is not only easy, but it can also...
Modern plumbing is something home and business owners rarely think about – until it stops working. And when that happens, it is quite often a problem that only a professional can solve. True, there are times, you can fix the issue easily on your own, but understanding how water behaves...
Toilets are a workhorse fixture in your home and office. In fact, we are so accustomed to these plumbing machines running without incident that we often take them for granted. But as reliable as they often are, toilets are not immune to breakdowns. And when that happens, you’ll want to...
We all take our plumbing for granted – until it stops working. And there is no better example of this than a toilet that starts flushing slowly. When a toilet starts acting up, you quickly realize how convenient modern conveniences really are – and then you start wondering what’s happening,...
Plumbing has provided one of the comforts of home since the time of the ancient Greeks, Romans, Persians, Indians, and Chinese. Certainly, much about plumbing has changed since that time, but the basics of bringing fresh, clean water into your home are much the same today as they were hundreds...
It’s almost that time of year again when you must start thinking about protecting your pipes for the winter. Winterizing your home is vital to prevent freezing pipes. Pipes that are located within unheated areas, such as basements, garages, and attics, are most vulnerable to freezing. However, even pipes running...
A leaky faucet is obnoxious for two reasons. First there’s the obvious – listening to that, “drip, drip, drip...” as water continuously bangs away into the sink. The second is the realization that each little drip is taking money with it down the drain. Sure, each drip amounts to very...
With prices and rates rising everywhere, there’s no time like the present to figure out ways to cut costs wherever possible – and that includes on your water bill. The good news is that there are so many little things you can do that make a real difference in water...
Did you know that hot weather can be just as dangerous to your home’s plumbing as cold weather? Yep, just as severe cold can lead to burst pipes, extreme heat can also damage plumbing around your house. In fact, if your house sits on a slab, it can even lead...