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.
Important Tips for Hiring a Plumber
When owning a home, at some point a professional plumber will need to be hired. Depending on the problem, a service call can be expensive. Of course, the main focus is on hiring someone with the right qualifications, but it is also important to find a plumber who...
Understanding a Drain Waste Vent System
In more modern residential and commercial properties, a drain waste vent, also referred to as a DWV, is a part of the system responsible for eliminating sewage and gray water from a building. In addition, this type of system helps regulate air pressure within pipes to...
Help in Finding the Perfect Kitchen Sink
Because there are now so many options now compared to 15 or 20 years ago, when purchasing a new kitchen sink it is important to consider not only appearance, but also measurements, durability, and mechanics. A wider range of options also means varying prices. Although...
Reasons to Replace Polybutylene
Polybutylene is a type of plastic resin widely used in the manufacturing of water supply piping from 1978 through 1995. At that time, this system was considered revolutionary because the material was inexpensive and installation easy. Therefore, rather than copper...
Tips for Purchasing the Right Toilet
While buying a toilet might not seem like a big deal, there are important considerations. After all, there are many new styles and features to consider. Although all toilets work in much the same way, there are differences based on brand and style. Types of Toilets...
Introduction to Green Plumbing
Over the past 10 years, more homeowners have chosen to “go green.” While some people make only slight changes in support of a healthier environment, others go all out. In addition to green living being a more environmentally friendly approach to life, there are other...
Common Reasons for No Hot Water
Stepping into the shower to get ready for work or an important engagement only to discover there is no hot water is maddening. When this happens, it means something is going on with the water heater. This could involve a simple repair or be a sign of something more...
Tips for Choosing a New Bathroom Faucet
While choosing a new bathroom faucet might seem straightforward, in reality there are several factors to consider. Over time, faucets wear down, so replacing anything outdated or broken will not only enhance the room’s appearance, but also make sinks and tubs more...
Strange Things People Put Down Drains
Drains become clogged for a variety of reasons. However, the problem is often associated with something an individual put down the drain that should have gone in the trash instead. There are certain foods and objects that should be no-brainers, yet plumbers are...
Reasons a Toilet Will Not Flush
Even though the toilet is an essential part of daily living, few people give it much thought — until it no longer flushes. While it might seem as if a toilet can handle just about anything that people flush down, there are actually very specific do’s and don’ts for...