Most homeowners put off having professional drain cleaning services performed until a minor problem turns into a major disaster. Over the counter drain cleaning products don’t completely clean out pipes and can cause serious problems, including corroding the pipes. You can also count on increased costs if you put off having the drains professionally cleaned….
Something as simple as swapping out a pipe fitting (under a dollar for the part) to fix leak can easily end up saving you thousands in water damage and avoid a major disruption in your household for weeks. This is why hiring a licensed and insured master plumber is a no-brainer. The important thing to…
Water heater leaking? You’ll want to deal with it right away, so it doesn’t turn into a major problem. Even a small amount of water can cause damage to floors and walls. In extreme cases, a complete water heater malfunction can result in a significant flood, leading to damaged personal property and hefty repair bills….
Would you know where to find the water shutoff valves in your home if you were suddenly faced with an emergency? A lot of people don’t have any idea. The last thing you want to do it wait until you’re facing a plumbing catastrophe to figure it out. There might come a time when you’ll…
It’s not unusual for plumbing to make noises. However, some sounds signal more to be concerned about than others and can be signs of problems that can become devastating if they aren’t addressed immediately. Following are few of the most common plumbing noises and signals that you should be aware of. Grumbling Noises Coming from…
We count on our toilets to work every day, and you probably don’t give them much thought until something goes wrong. Unfortunately, the parts inside the toilet tank will eventually fail and need your attention. However, there are warning signs that allow you to catch some toilet problems early before they become expensive toilet repairs. Following are five signs to watch for. Constantly Running Toilet A toilet that is constantly running usually has a worn out or damaged flapper, or a…
Just stop by your local home improvement store over the weekend and you’ll see just how popular standard plumbing DIY projects have become. More and more people are looking for ways to cut home improvement plumbing costs. While there are a lot of jobs that are better left to qualified plumbers, there are standard plumbing…
It’s important to have a routine seasonal plumbing maintenance schedule in place to ensure that your home’s plumbing system works efficiently year round. You’ll save time and money by avoiding the chances of a minor problem turning into a major expensive one. Season Plumbing Maintenance Tips There are several different maintenance considerations that come into play, depending on the…
Oh, those dreaded toilet drain problems. You know what I’m talking about. You flush the toilet and watch the water start to rise up to the rim, or worse, over the rim and onto the floor. What a mess! If you are up to the task of dealing with this fairly common plumbing problem yourself,…
The garbage disposal is probably one of the most abused home appliances, which is why garbage disposal plumbing related problems are so common. Most people don’t realize that disposals are designed to handle a light amount of food residue. By light, we mean the food that has been rinsed off of cooking utensils and plates…