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 what can go wrong when trouble strikes. Sooner or...
Slab leaks — those words should strike fear into any homeowner’s heart. They often happen without warning. They can cause massive damage and even render your home uninhabitable. On a scale of 1-10 for plumbing disasters, they’re a 12. But what exactly...
The Little Bladder That Could A plunger is the go-to DIY tool for minor drain clogs. Every home should have two — a cup plunger for sinks and a flange plunger for toilets. Some homeowners keep a snake in the garage for tougher jobs, or a stash of plastic clog removers...
A leaking toilet is a serious plumbing problem. A toilet leaking at the base packs an even bigger punch. That’s because: The leaks are easy to miss. They can cause significant damage to walls and flooring if not addressed promptly. Water can seep into lower...
It’s easy to ignore the faucets in your home — until something goes wrong. They hold the power to ruin a good night’s sleep. That big job interview? It’s toast. You didn’t get a wink of sleep because the bathroom faucet was dripping all night....
Your plumbing system provides clean water and efficient waste removal — until something goes wrong. The problems seem to come out of nowhere. A tiny slab leak can burst into a flood. A collapsed sewer line can back up every drain and toilet in the house and make it...
