Homo sapiens is a poopin’ species. We eat, we poop, and some of us have jobs. Yet only recently in human history have we effectively disposed of sewage (poop and water plus other stuff). Philadelphians built their first crude sewer system in 1740. Today,...
Most Southern California homes sit on a concrete slab foundation. Much of their plumbing runs directly through pipes in the slab. If this sounds like the recipe for a plumbing disaster, it can be. Leaks in the slab are difficult to detect and even harder to repair. A...
There are smart DIYers, and others who are — well, we won’t say it. The smart ones know their limitations. DIY plumbing repairs done right can save you a wheelbarrow of money. DIY repairs done wrong can lead to a costly emergency visit from the plumber. Worse,...
Chemical drain cleaners are a go-to DIY plumbing solution for homeowners with blocked or slow drains. However, they come with risks and can damage your pipes and septic systems if you’re not careful. How Chemical Drain Cleaners Can Damage Pipes All chemical...
You turn on the shower and wait. And wait. And wait. And when you step into the stream, frigid water hits you like a glacial melt. What gives? In a large home, hot water may travel through 50 feet or more of piping from the water heater to the shower, the kitchen...
