Plumbing tips for first time homeowners Without a perfectly working home plumbing system, houses will not be as sanitary and daily life will be inconvenient. And while only a licensed residential plumber should undertake repairs, daily maintenance and mindful use fall on the shoulders of the homeowner and everyone in his household. Below [...]
Plumbing emergencies can happen in any home Plumbing emergencies are expensive, inconvenient, destructive, unsanitary, and sometimes even embarrassing. Sometimes it is unavoidable since it could emanate from the weather, public utilities, and other circumstances beyond the control of the homeowner. Oftentimes though, plumbing emergencies are preventable and can be safely kept at bay [...]
Plumbing Tips For Rental Property Owners Being a rental property owner comes with several responsibilities including building maintenance and upkeep. Plumbing is one of the areas that needs regular maintenance, and immediate attention whenever there are issues. It is not uncommon for rental property owners to receive calls on wee hours of the [...]
Water pressure is best tested from outdoor spigots Water pressure affects any property’s plumbing system. Too low a pressure is inconvenient and conveys possible issues with plumbing fixtures. Too strong a pressure on the other hand could damage pipes and other plumbing fixtures, cause pipe bursts and flooding, and could also increase water [...]
Preventing toilet clogs is the responsibility of everyone in the household. Toilet clogs are one of the most frequent plumbing complaints in households. And why not? It occurs in most homes, and it could result into a myriad of plumbing troubles. These clogs are inconvenient, stressful, and not to mention embarrassing especially when [...]
Hiring the right plumber is crucial in ensuring correct repairs and installations. Hiring a reliable plumber is essential in keeping a property well-maintained. Plumbers keep plumbing installations in optimal condition and prevent major plumbing problems from taking place. While a good number of households have a long-serving plumber in their contact list, not [...]
Avoiding plumbing emergencies during winter Winter is one of the busiest seasons for plumbing contractors. Emergency repairs are so commonplace given the occurrence of most plumbing issues during such months. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent these plumbing emergencies. Regular professional and routine homeowner maintenance are keys to avoiding such plumbing problems. This [...]
The right size of a water heater Water heaters provide comfort and convenience to any home. It makes showers during chilly mornings more bearable. At night, a warm tub helps any tired person relax after a long and hectic day. Clothes and dishes are cleaner and freer from germs when using hot water [...]
Avoiding plumbing emergencies during the holidays Plumbing problems can happen at any given time, but sometimes, it happens when it is least expected. Holiday gatherings, for instance, are the best example. It is however not uncommon to encounter a clogged toilet, slow sink drain, or jammed garbage disposal just as everyone starts to [...]
Water softeners are a must in areas with excessive hard water supply A water softener is a solution to hard water concerns in any property. It is a piece of equipment connected to the plumbing system to get rid of the minerals and calcium in the water supply through filtration. Hard water can [...]