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Five Tips for Fixing a Clogged Drain
You have been waiting for a few minutes for the sink to drain but the water doesn’t seem to be moving. You know what that means: A clogged drain. While you may not know what is preventing the water from going down, you may be able to fix the drain with a little information and …
7 Signs That Your Plumbing Needs Attention
Your plumbing is possibly the most vital system throughout your entire house, and maintaining your plumbing is essential keeping your family comfortable and happy. Performing regular upkeep on your system is a great way to prevent a small issue from turning into something expensive and overwhelming. Keep reading to learn seven signs that you might …
What to do When Your Water Heater Leaks
As long as the shower is hot, and our clothes and dishes get cleaned, not many of us spend much time or energy thinking about our water heater. However, what you may not realize is that your water heater could be a ticking time bomb, developing a problem behind the scenes that may result in future …
What Is a Hybrid Water Heater?
Water heaters are one of the biggest consumers of both water and power in a home. Despite this, many homeowners tend to overlook the possibility of an upgrade, or the long term costs of owning an inefficient model. If you’re interested in saving money on utilities and having access to fast, reliable hot water, then one …
Basic Water Conservation Tips
It’s no secret that people waste water, but most people are unaware just how impactful daily habits are on their water bill and the environment. As much as we all enjoy living comfortably, making sacrifices for the sake of water conservation will be well worth the monthly savings and cleaner bodies of water. If you’re concerned …
Summertime Plumbing Issues to Watch Out For
During the summertime, you may experience certain issues with your pipes in your home’s plumbing that typically won’t occur during other seasons. The extra humidity and heat in the air can cause serious issues for new homeowners, particularly if you aren’t aware of what to look out for. Looking out for common summertime plumbing issues …
DIY: How to Fix a Leaky Faucet
A slow, steady drip from a leaky faucet doesn’t just mean an annoying noise and a constant puddle in your sink. Even a small faucet leak can waste several gallons of water every day, so it’s important to fix a leaky faucet as soon as you notice that there is a problem. You may want …
10 Most Common Causes of Plumbing Damage
Water damage can be devastating to a home. It’s bad enough when it comes from horrible environmental conditions like storms, but when it comes from internal plumbing it can be a true nightmare. Water leaks can spring up anywhere at any time and your best defense is to prevent them in the first place and …
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What Are Showerhead Water Heaters?
Showerhead water heaters electrically heat the water to a comfortable bathing temperature as it flows out of your showerhead. The most common places to find showerhead water heaters are in countries with warmer climates. Depending on the climate where you live and the type of shower you have in mind, you might want to consider …
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How Preventative Plumbing can Save you Money
Regular upkeep on all of your home’s pieces and parts will keep them operating in peak condition, which is sure to save you money. The average cost of water and sewer utility service has risen steadily in the last several year. In fact, in 2015, the country wide average was up 6%, more than almost …
