This time of year can be joyous, but it can also be stressful. And it’s not just you feeling that strain! Your plumbing experiences a lot of extra challenges during the holidays. How can you take some of the pressure off your plumbing during the holidays? Here’s a list of dos and don’ts to help get your plumbing through the season.
Nobody enjoys a clogged drain. It slows down or stops everything you need to do in the kitchen or bathroom, and sometimes it creates a deeply unpleasant smell. And then what can you do? Should you get a bottle of liquid drain cleaner and pour that down on top of your clog? Absolutely not!
Today’s plumbers have tools and technology far beyond what you might remember from years ago. Our cutting-edge drain cleaning system will work much better than liquid drain cleaner, and more safely, too! Here’s how.
It’s easy to get stressed and freak out during an emergency. And if the emergency has to do with your toilet, it can be even more upsetting and worrisome. But if you panic, you’re likely to waste time and not make the best decisions. How can you avoid panic when something truly unpleasant is happening, and getting worse by the second, like a toilet overflowing? By having a plan!
We’ll take you through some basics here: what it’s helpful to know before an emergency like this happens, and what steps to take if it does. Read on, and we’ll arm you with the knowledge you need to stay calm in the face of an overflowing toilet.
As chilly weather approaches, you’re going to want to be ready for it. Your furnace or boiler needs a tune-up. That box of coats, hats, and mittens needs to come out of storage. You certainly don’t want to freeze when winter catches you unprepared!
One thing that’s never any fun is a cold shower, and it’s even worse when it happens on an icy winter day. While you’re preparing for the season, think about your water heater, too. Water heater maintenance is a simple and cost-effective way to prevent all kinds of unpleasant problems. Here’s what you should know.
Nobody wants an emergency during the holiday season. Even worse if it occurs when you have guests visiting your home. And one of the most dreadful kinds of emergencies to have in that situation is a plumbing emergency. When you have family or friends staying with you, it’s awful if the shower or sink drain is blocked!
Plumbing emergencies like these can almost always be avoided completely. Yes, that’s right. We’re telling you that you shouldn’t have to worry about having problems like this fixed. Plumbing disasters can be prevented with routine maintenance, and it’s ideal to have it done this time of year, before the holidays. Here’s how it works.
What a gorgeous time of year! The leaves are changing, the breezes are fresh and crisp, and autumn festivities are approaching. But while you’re enjoying the weather and the seasonal activities, don’t forget that winter won’t be far behind. You don’t want to be caught unprepared.
Your autumn to-do list might include things like bringing the box of hats and mittens out of storage, or changing the screen out for a storm door. But it should also include home maintenance. Your plumbing system will be in much better shape for fall and winter if you get an inspection and routine maintenance done by a qualified plumber. Here’s why.
Your bathtub should be a sanctuary, a place where you can fully relax and get away from the stresses of everyday life. It shouldn’t be the cause of any of your stress! But if you’re worrying about tub troubles, you won’t be able to enjoy your soak. Is it time for a new bathtub? Let’s consider.
Many things in your home make noise. In fact, if you put on noise-canceling headphones, you might be shocked at just how “loud” the silence seems. You’re accustomed to hearing the heat or AC, the water heater or dishwasher, laundry in the washer or dryer, or just the sounds of the house settling or creaking. Most of this noise is normal and fine. But noises can also signal that there’s a problem.
Just like with your car, many of the systems in your home make noises during regular operation, but make different noises that indicate that something is wrong. Whether it’s your car or your air conditioner, if it’s clunking or banging, you’ve got a problem. Your home’s plumbing can make odd noises, too. What plumbing sounds mean that it’s time to get help from a plumber? Here’s a list for you.
It’s easy to see that a sudden, gushing leak or a badly burst pipe is wasting an enormous amount of water. The thing that might not have occurred to you is that those leaks get fixed immediately—because they truly are emergencies—but slow leaks can go on for a long time. At first, they might not be noticed. Then, homeowners might not think it’s urgent to deal with them.
Months or years could go by, with a slow leak just gradually dripping away. But if it’s just drips, it can’t be much water, can it? Is it really urgent to have slow plumbing leaks fixed promptly? How much water can a plumbing leak waste? We’ve got some information that might surprise you.
Any kind of household emergency is best avoided whenever possible. Plumbing emergencies are high on the list of home problems you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy! But sometimes the person causing your plumbing emergency is not an enemy at all. Sometimes, it’s your own child. Make sure that doesn’t happen! We’ll help.