Why It's a Bad Idea to Use Store-Bought Drain Cleaners

Monday, May 27, 2019

Taking a shower only to realize you’re standing in a bunch of water that isn’t draining is not how anyone wants to start their day. We’re all busy and it’s tempting to take the most expedient route of dealing with a clogged...

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Are Flushable Wipes Harming Your Plumbing?

Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Clogged Drains, Pipes, Sewer Repair

When you’re looking for wipes at the store, it’s probably tempting to buy ones that are labeled as flushable. They seem convenient—less trash for you to pick up, less mess, etc., and they’re even labeled as safe for septic...

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Why Your Drain Field Needs Maintenance

Friday, April 26, 2019

drain field, Maintenance, septic tank

The most important component of your septic tank drainage system is the drain field. The drain field is a system of perforated pipes in the ground that are in trenches and surrounded by soil. The drain field is the key part of your sewage system...

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How Hard Water Could Be Harming Your Home

Wednesday, April 17, 2019

hard water, Plumbing, water softener

When you turn on the tap water, you’re just thinking about getting water, right? You’re not thinking about what else is in that water. Most water naturally contains the elements calcium and magnesium, but some water has an excess of...

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What Is a P-Trap & Why Do You Need One

Monday, February 04, 2019

Plumbing

There are certain parts of every household that we typically may not give much thought towards. And yet, they serve some type of vital function. A great example of such a household component that we take for granted comes in the form of the...

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What Temperature Should Your Water Heater Be Set At?

Wednesday, December 05, 2018

water heater

The answer to the question of what temperature to set your water heater varies depending on who you are talking to, and can be a personal preference from household to household. Typically, when you install a new water heater, it will be set to...

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How to Clean Your Toilet Tank & Why You Should

Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Toilets

The toilet tank is one of the most commonly ignored appliances when it comes to cleaning. Most people rarely think twice about the tank that holds the mechanisms to make your toilet run. It is not as if it gets dirty in there right? Wrong!...

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How to Decrease Water Usage in your Home

Monday, November 05, 2018

Plumbing, Water Conservation

Did you know the average household in the United States uses approximately 100,000 gallons of water per year? That is a lot of water that can easily be conserved if homeowners took the time to practice better habits and install appliances that are...

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How to Detect a Water Leak Without Destroying Your Home

Tuesday, October 23, 2018

Plumbing, Water Leak

Water leaks can be extremely damaging to your home if they are left undetected, but trying to find them yourself may result in even more damage. Before you send a sledgehammer through the wall searching for your water leak, consider non-invasive...

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5 Ways of Removing Hard Water Stains From Your Shower Glass

Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Plumbing, Water Systems

Hard water stains occur when your home water contains large amounts of limestone, calcium, and magnesium. These minerals cause consequences to your home plumbing and appliances. Over time stains can form on a number of items in your home, including: ...

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