4 Tips to Keep Your Plumbing Appliances Working Properly All Year Long
Photo By Imgorthand at istock Your home is usually your largest, single purchase. Major systems within your home make up a lot of the value. Your plumbing system is crucial to maintaining a living space that retains its value. When your plumbing system works well, you have clean, clear water...
What You Should Know About Your Home’s Water Supply
Photo By RossHelen at istock The quality of water going into your home, and its source, can have a significant impact on the condition of your house's plumbing, the longevity of your bathroom porcelain and appliances, and your overall health. Depending on the quality of the water, you may choose...
Slow Draining Bathtubs? Here are 4 Tips to Keep in Mind
Photo By BanksPhotos at istock A slow draining bathtub means extra work to keep it clean and might lead to shower wars in the morning. If you are sharing a bathtub, a slow drain can throw off your morning routine, making it difficult for everyone to get a shower in...
4 Common Reasons Your Toilet Isn’t Flushing Properly
Photo By New Africa at Shutterstock A toilet that isn't flushing correctly can be a pain in the behind. Some common flushing issues can be fixed with a plunger and a little effort, while others may require you to call your local plumber. These are some of the more common reasons...
What’s the Best Temperature for My Water Heater and Why?
Photo By goffkein.pro at Shutterstock Your hot water heater accounts for around 18% of your total energy bill each month. Some people like to find ways to reduce their monthly bills. However, it’s not recommended to adjust your water heater too much to save on bills, even though it accounts for...
How Roots Affect My Underground Pipes and What to Do About Them
Photo By Stephen Farhall at Shutterstock Why are roots a problem for plumbing in homes and businesses? Here is an example of what can happen: A newly planted tree grows just as the owner wanted for the first few years. Long after the owner has forgotten about the tree, he begins...
When Should I Get a Camera Inspection Done for My Plumbing?
Photo By Andrey_Popov at Shutterstock Are you facing a problem with your plumbing lines? When there is a plumbing emergency, getting help right away is critical. It can make a big difference in minimizing damage and loss for you. One of the tools that plumbers have that can help is...
Effective Tools Plumbers Use That Are Hard to Handle by Homeowners
Photo By Vladimir Breytberg at Shutterstock Have you ever rented a video inspection camera and tried to interpret what you saw? Have you rented a hydro jet system to clear out your main sewer line with high-pressure water? There are many wonderful tools that help a professional plumber do the job faster...
5 Common Misconceptions About Plumbers
For many people, hiring a plumbing professional for the first time happens when they have some sort of emergency with the pipes in their home or business. This kind of rush can make it little tricky in deciding the best person for the job. Often you may choose the person...
Why Plumbing Matters to the Health of Your Home and Safety of Your Family
Photo By Ilya Burdun at istock Why does hiring a plumber matter to you as a homeowner? While there are some instances in which a plumbing team works to fix problems – such as broken toilets or nonworking faucets – there are other times when these professionals are actually providing an...
7 Reasons to Become a Plumber
Photo By By goodluz at Shutterstock Becoming a plumber can be an exciting opportunity to create your own career doing something that interests you. You'll spend a lot of your time troubleshooting and problem-solving. You can count on spending plenty of your time helping other people, too. Plumbers have a...
What You Should Know About Plumbing Design for Your Home
Photo By Daisy-Daisy at istock Home plumbing systems are an intricate network of pipes that work together to, when done right, make sure that you never have to think about them at all. A good plumbing service will install a design that homeowners can take for granted, once everything is installed...
