Help and Advice
Even when our experienced techs can’t be in your home, stop by our blog for helpful tips and tricks to keep your home in tip top shape.
Tips for Solving Low Water Pressure Issues
Having low water pressure is a common problem, although annoying. Whether trying to run water for a shower or bath or washing clothes, having no pressure causes problems. Although this could be caused by a main water line break, more than likely low water pressure is...
Hidden Plumbing Problems Found in Older Homes
Without question, there is an intrigue that goes along with old homes. They have character and charm typically not found in newer homes. While older homes offer benefits, there are also a few drawbacks, one being the plumbing. Galvanized Piping Prior to the 1960s,...
Maintenance Tips for Getting Maximum Dishwasher Performance
Without question, a dishwasher saves both time and effort. However, unless properly installed and maintained, it will not operate at maximum performance. The first step involves choosing the right dishwasher, preferably one that has the Energy Star certification....
Evolution of the Faucet
The faucet has come a long way since first being invented around 1700 BC. During ancient times, faucets were used as a means of controlling water. According to historians, plumbing and faucets were used by ancient Romans to run water into both private and public...
Tips for Changing a Showerhead
Over time, showerheads become outdated or clogged with mineral deposits. At that point, a new showerhead can be installed. While a plumber can always help, this is something that most anyone can handle with ease. When the time comes to replace a showerhead, you have...
Safety Associated with Residential Gas Lines
While millions of homes have gas lines, seldom does anyone give them a lot of thought. Residential gas lines are used to operate clothes dryers, hot water heaters, stoves/ovens, furnaces, gas fireplaces, and more. The biggest challenge is that gas leaks often go...
Learning to Vent Plumbing
While working with the drain waste vent system, or DWV, is something left to a professional plumber, there are ways a homeowner can vent plumbing. For any plumbing system, proper ventilation is essential. Because of this, all fixtures, including bathtubs, showers,...
Key Benefits of Using Natural Gas
There are many benefits of using natural gas as opposed to electricity. In addition to the more obvious appliances that run on gas, including hot water heaters, clothes dryers, ovens/stoves, and furnaces, there are many others. Of course, because there is gas...
Common Problems Associated with Sewer Lines
Although necessary, sewer lines are notorious for having problems. To prevent issues from developing, proper maintenance and care are essential. When a problem does arise, repairs should be done quickly. Depending on the problem and level of severity, the solution...
Natural Gas: Reasons to Hire a Professional Plumber
When it comes to plumbing issues, many things can be handled by a homeowner. For instance, removing simple clogs from drains, lighting a pilot light, and replacing a broken toilet handle are all do-it-yourself projects. Obviously, this saves money, but there are times...