Common Plumbing Problems for Arizona Residents Don’t let mild desert winters fool you into thinking you don’t need to winterize your plumbing system. Arizona homes and businesses are just as much at risk of developing problems with their systems when temperatures dip as structures in other parts of the country. If you live in an… Continue reading Common Plumbing Problems for Arizona Residents
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Prevent Displaced Tenants with these Plumbing Repairs
Prevent Displaced Tenants with these Plumbing Repairs Back in April of 2015, a Walmart store in Pico Rivera, CA, closed its doors indefinitely due to plumbing problems that the company says were a result of persistent leaks and clogs. This incident laid off nearly 500 workers and left shoppers inconvenienced. As a commercial property owner,… Continue reading Prevent Displaced Tenants with these Plumbing Repairs
Do I Need a Permit when Changing My Plumbing?
Do I Need a Permit when Changing My Plumbing? No matter what kind of home improvement project you’re undertaking, safety should always be the main priority. Plumbing repairs are no exception. Depending on the kind of repair or installation, you may need permission from your local municipality before proceeding. Why Do I Need a Permit?… Continue reading Do I Need a Permit when Changing My Plumbing?
Plumbing Changes You Should Make When Renovating Your Home
Plumbing Changes You Should Make When Renovating Your Home Is a home renovation project in your future plans? This can be an exciting time, but it can also be quite overwhelming. Not only can a renovation create chaos in your home for a while, it can also create a financial burden. If you’re remodeling an… Continue reading Plumbing Changes You Should Make When Renovating Your Home
5 Most Frequently Asked Plumbing Questions
5 Most Frequently Asked Plumbing Questions Most people don’t have the time to study the intricacies of all their pipes, fixtures, and appliances, but a little bit of knowledge is both practical and essential for anyone. Homeowners with questions or concerns about the basic functions of their pipes, fixtures and appliances can learn a lot… Continue reading 5 Most Frequently Asked Plumbing Questions
Are Your Laundry Habits Destroying Your Pipes?
Are Your Laundry Habits Destroying Your Pipes? Many people with laundry machines in their basement give in to the temptation of using pipes to hang their clothes. After all, what solution could be simpler when you run out of available rack space? A few coats and shirts certainly don’t weigh very much, so it may… Continue reading Are Your Laundry Habits Destroying Your Pipes?
Tips for Preventing Frozen Pipes this Winter
Tips for Preventing Frozen Pipes this Winter If the weather outside is frightful, a fire may not be enough to keep your home a delightful place to live. As you tune the thermostat to compensate for the falling temperatures in December and January, it’s easy to forget that the living areas aren’t the only places… Continue reading Tips for Preventing Frozen Pipes this Winter
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
Are These Plumbing Monsters Keeping You Up at Night?
Are These Plumbing Monsters Keeping You Up at Night? Are you having trouble falling asleep at night because of frightening sounds coming from inside your home? Most of the times, these sounds are not ghostly hauntings but problems with your plumbing system. Loose pipes, running toilets, and leaky faucets may not be caused by a… Continue reading Are These Plumbing Monsters Keeping You Up at Night?
Why Kitec Plumbing Is Bad for Your Home
Why Kitec Plumbing Is Bad for Your Home For prospective and current homeowners, the word “Kitec” spells trouble. This brand of plumbing components, manufactured by Canadian company IPEX, was used in many residential construction projects starting in 1995. After roughly 12 years of widespread use, the manufacturer recalled and discontinued the product due to serious… Continue reading Why Kitec Plumbing Is Bad for Your Home