The Warning Signs Of A Slab Leak Under Your Home
Water leaks in your home are always very concerning. But they are inevitable because everything wears out eventually, even your plumbing pipes. But when that leak is concealed under the concrete foundation of your slab home, the issue is far more severe. And the biggest reason for this added level of worry is that slab […]
Tips From A Pro On How To Snake A Drain
When you discover a clogged drain in your home, it can certainly ruin your day. You don’t want to spend the money on a plumber, but you know that the problem needs to be corrected while it is still small and not threatening thousands of dollars in water damage to your home. So you ditch […]
Tips To Conserve Water In The Bathroom
In many parts of the country, water restrictions are in place due to drought conditions. So saving a little bit of water around the house is a great way to conserve this much-needed natural resource. And then there is the more selfish motivation. Every drop of water that you save represents savings on your water […]
Signs Of An Impending Sewer Line Issue
Many homeowners are unaware that they even have a sewer line. Most believe that there are drain lines but would never imagine that they also own a sewer line at their property. We have come to associate the term sewer line with a pipe owned by the city or municipality. And we assume it is […]
The Value Of Regular Camera Inspections Of Your Homes Plumbing
Most homeowners never think about all of the potential issues that can occur thanks to old or damaged plumbing lines in the home. But as soon as there is a leak, loss of water pressure, or a clog, the images of massive water damage and huge repair bills flood their minds. What makes it hard […]
Tips From A Pro To Help Locate Potentially Costly Water Leaks
When you see a puddle of water under your kitchen sink or on the floor, you can be relatively sure that you have a water leak in your home. But not all water leaks are as easy to locate. Fortunately, there are several tips and tricks that plumbers have used for years to determine if […]
DIY Drain Cleaning: Friend Or Foe?
Everyone has had the experience of turning on a faucet only to see that the sink or tub drain is starting to back up. You stare in disbelief and wonder how you can correct this issue without calling in a plumber. Then you recall seeing that commercial for the miracle clog remover. Just a jug […]
Everything You Need To Know About Water Quality
Living in the United States, it is very easy to take things like pure, safe drinking water for granted. In most communities, you turn on the faucet and have access to an almost endless supply of healthy water. But many homeowners don’t understand that some water contaminants might be coming from their home’s water lines. […]
Why You Should Just Say NO To Chemical Drain Cleaners
Every homeowner is happy to find a bargain. But when the issue is a clogged drain, and you are thinking about using a jug of chemical drain cleaner to “save a few bucks,” you might want to rethink that plan. Liquid drain cleaners sound great. But what they never tell you about is the possibility […]
The Common And Lesser-Known Signs Of A Sewer Line Problem
Many homeowners are not even aware that they own a sewer line. So it comes as no shock that they have no understanding of the typical indications of a sewer line issue brewing in their yard. And without understanding the early signs of trouble, they are caught off guard when there is a nasty sewage […]