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 [...]
Toilets could get problematic as it ages. Some may have hairline cracks already, some may have leaks, and most are usually clogged by the twentieth year of continued usage Significant plumbing problems begin to occur in homes as it reaches its 20th year of being built. Some due to continued use, some due [...]
Homeowners should address bathroom plumbing issues right away. The home plumbing system is one of the most crucial utility systems in any home. Any home buyer will be on the lookout to inspect the plumbing system of a home they are looking to buy, to check whether it is in good working condition. [...]
Garden Plumbing https://www.flickr.com/photos/r36ariadne/17967994570/ Best drainage for a home garden. (Photo Credits) Even the garden is not exempted in experiencing drainage difficulties. It may be outdoors, and most people think evaporation and air will take care of any excess water, but drainage problems can cause trouble in the long run. The Chicago Tribune came up with [...]
Air quality at home https://www.flickr.com/photos/bradfordcoy/3255665645/ How important in air quality at home? (Photo Credits) Indoor air quality is critical in promoting the over-all wellness of the occupants of a home or commercial structure. In fact, it can cause illnesses – short or long term – if it is not kept in check. The US Department [...]
What are the requirements for licensing? https://www.flickr.com/photos/ufv/8714966551/ What does it take to become a commercial plumber? (Photo Credits) Commercial plumbing entails a different set of licensure, skills and educational requirement from the residential plumber that works on homes and private properties. Such an information is important especially for business owners who may need the services [...]
Are Drain Snakes useful? https://www.flickr.com/photos/jaimeperez/14808534754/ Can drain snakes really help in unclogging drainage blockages? (Photo Credits) Drain Snakes are one of those plumbing tools that even ordinary homeowners without a plumbing background would dare use. For one it is available in local home improvement stores, and secondly, most of the household versions do not look [...]
Pursuing a Career as a Master Plumber https://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/17004512361/ Master Plumbing requires education, training, and heavy experience. (Photo Credits) Being a Master Plumber opens a lot of opportunities for earning. For one, a master plumber gets the highest compensation rate amongst all kinds of plumbers. At the same time, it allows them the opportunity to mentor [...]
What a leaking floor tiles mean https://www.flickr.com/photos/osseous/14656643628/ When water seeps through the bathroom tiles, there may be a plumbing issue. (Photo Credits) Water seeping through the bathroom floor tiles may be a sign that there is an ongoing plumbing problem in the bathroom area. It should be a cause for concern, and a reason for [...]