Protect Your Septic System: Flushables that Shouldn't Be Flushed The toilet may be a convenient way to get rid of smelly waste material, but treating it like a garbage receptacle can cause serious problems in the fixture, pipes and septic system. In fact, even products that are marketed as “flushable” can have detrimental effects on… Continue reading Protect Your Septic System: Flushables that Shouldn’t Be Flushed
Month: November 2015
DIY Tips: How to Install a Kitchen Sink Faucet
DIY Tips: How to Install a Kitchen Sink Faucet Whether you want to upgrade to a newer model with extra features or simply replace the existing fixture with the same type, kitchen sink faucet installation is a relatively easy process if you have the right information and tools. Be sure to read any product descriptions… Continue reading DIY Tips: How to Install a Kitchen Sink Faucet
DIY Tips: How to Tighten a Loose Toilet
DIY Tips: How to Tighten a Loose Toilet Sick of feeling like you might fall off the toilet every time you sit down? There are several connections between the toilet seat, the fixture itself and the floor that are likely to loosen over time, especially with frequent use. Once you identify the connection that needs… Continue reading DIY Tips: How to Tighten a Loose Toilet
Avoid Catastrophe: Reasons to Install Backflow Preventers on Commercial Plumbing Systems
Avoid Catastrophe: Reasons to Install Backflow Preventers on Commercial Plumbing Systems Don’t let plumbing issues force you to close early or shut down for several days. Are you prepared if the water pressure suddenly drops in your building? Backflow preventers can stop flooding and other problems if this happens. Reasons Backflow Prevention Is Essential All… Continue reading Avoid Catastrophe: Reasons to Install Backflow Preventers on Commercial Plumbing Systems
How to Protect Your Family from Toxic Water
How to Protect Your Family from Toxic Water Before you fill up that tall glass with water from the tap make sure you know exactly what is in your water. Drinking tap water shouldn’t be dangerous, but sometimes it can be quite hazardous to your health if you have pipes in your home installed and… Continue reading How to Protect Your Family from Toxic Water
Rain Barrels Fight Drought and Save You Money
Rain Barrels Fight Drought and Save You Money In parts of the country like the West Coast where drought is a frequent visitor, rain barrels can be a great way to conserve water and save money on your water bill. But, they also have other benefits that you may not be aware of. Here are… Continue reading Rain Barrels Fight Drought and Save You Money
Why Is My Water Bill So High?
Why Is My Water Bill So High? A higher than normal water bill could be a sign that you have a leak somewhere in your home. The problem could be something as simple as a leaky toilet that needs a flapper replaced or something more serious like a slab leak. Calling a plumber to inspect… Continue reading Why Is My Water Bill So High?
How to Protect Your Home’s Plumbing from Earthquake Damage
How to Protect Your Home's Plumbing from Earthquake Damage For West Coast residents, earthquake preparedness is a way of life. When an earthquake happens, any number of bad things can happen to your home. Being ready to address these issues can be the difference between inconvenience and disaster. One part of the home that many… Continue reading How to Protect Your Home’s Plumbing from Earthquake Damage
3 Ways to Save Water
3 Ways to Save Water The cost of homeownership is continuously rising. Beyond the typical mortgage and insurance costs, there are repair and utility costs. While you may not be able to reduce all the costs associated with homeownership without jumping through a lot of hoops, there are easy ways to, substantially, lower your utility… Continue reading 3 Ways to Save Water
Best Black Friday Appliance Deals
Best Black Friday Appliance Deals Plumbers have a love/hate relationship with Black Friday. Not only is it the busiest day for retailers, but it’s the busiest day for plumbers too. Sinks, drains, toilets, and dishwashers work overtime on Thanksgiving and when the work overload can cause these plumbing fixtures to break down from the increased… Continue reading Best Black Friday Appliance Deals