Tag Archive For "Plumbing"
Assessing and Repairing Water Leakage in Your Home
Nobody likes to feel helpless. Everyone wants to think that when something goes wrong, they can step up to the plate and take care of the problem. This goes from changing a tire to soothing a child’s hurt feelings—and even to plumbing problems at home. There are many common kinds of leaks you might encounter …
What to Do If Your Basement Is Flooded
Water damage in your home can be very expensive—and not to mention stressful. Flooding can cause damage to your home’s foundation and ruin property. There are many things you can do to prevent water damage, but sometimes you home just can’t stand up against the elements.
How to Maintain Your Home’s Plumbing
There are many problems that could arise in your home at any time, ranging from minor issues such as a leaky faucet to more time-sensitive crises like a broken water heater in the winter. Though not every issue is avoidable, there are steps you can take to reduce your likelihood of having plumbing problems. Here …
How to Reduce Water Waste with High Efficiency Plumbing
Are you concerned about the environment? One of the easiest ways to have a lasting impact almost immediately is to think about using high efficiency plumbing in your home. Not only does high efficiency plumbing help you to save the environment, but it can help you to reduce the utility costs in your home as …
Bathroom Remodeling: What You Should Know about Plumbing
Springtime is upon us once again, and you know what that means: home renovation and remodeling projects! Among the most popular springtime remodeling jobs is the bathroom. Everyone’s eager to dive in and create that dream bathroom where they can relax and take time away from the world at large. There are, however, a lot …
Spring Maintenance Checklist for Your Home
As the rains of April give way to the flowers of May, it’s time to start thinking about getting your house in shape for the coming year. This involves the usual spring cleaning, but now is also an ideal time to start working on those spring maintenance projects that you tackle every year—or perhaps forgot …
Plumbing Damage to Look Out for When Purchasing a Historic Home
There is a number of beautiful historic homes in the New York area, any of which would make the perfect family home. However, it’s important to be aware of potential problems with older homes before you buy. After all, you don’t want to be unpleasantly surprised when you are ready to move in—or after you …
How to Test Your Home’s Water Pressure
Light plumbing issues become nightmares in the blink of an eye. That leaky faucet or running toilet you kept putting off got worse. Now, you’re whitewater rafting in the bathroom wondering what you could’ve done to prevent this. It’s actually very easy, and ServiceWhale can help you every step of the way. Determine If You …
5 Reasons It’s Time for a Water Heater Inspection
Homeownership carries with it a ton of responsibilities. Not only do you have to pay the bills, but you’ve got to stay on top of your repair and upgrade needs, seemingly on a constant basis. It can be tough to remember everything you have to do. Fortunately, setting a maintenance schedule for your Pennsylvania home …
The Most Common Plumbing Issues in NYC
Homeowners dread plumbing problems. A sudden burst pipe or leak can cause thousands of dollars in damage to your home and even create structural problems that can eat away the foundation in the worst scenarios. Nobody wants to face these issues, but it’s vital to be aware of the potential so that you know what …