You’ve heard the horror stories about the expense and inconvenience associated with a collapsed plumbing pipe. They can lead to various issues, like drainage problems, water pollution, and a decline in water quality in general. To determine your risks for a pipe...
Out of nowhere, you find yourself faced with a plumbing emergency. To make sure you truly fix the problem, you’ve called a reputable plumber in your area. But in the meantime, you want to do what you can to address the situation. If you plan to take this kind of...
More now than ever before, we are aware of the toxins in our homes. However, there are still some surprising places these toxins can lurk. For example, are your toilet cleaners safe? We don’t expect our cleaning solutions to cause us harm. After all, the whole reason...
How many different types of plungers are there? Chances are this is not a question you’ve asked yourself. Most people own one plunger—the one with the wooden handle and the red rubber suction cup. They don’t stop to wonder if it’s the best plunger or the...
All functional households rely on a well-maintained plumbing system for everyday comfort and convenience. Unfortunately, some homeowners never take the time to learn anything about how this critical system works, or about what can go wrong when trouble strikes. Sooner...
Whether you are a DIYer because you like to save a bit of money or because you enjoy fixing and improving your home yourself, be sure you are making smart decisions when you are working on your plumbing. Stupid DIY plumbing decisions usually lead to a costly emergency...