I was talking about having to repair a sillcock the other day, and the customer asked, “What the heck is a sillcock?” Good question. Clearly, I was using a word more commonly used by plumbers...
If you find water in the cabinet below your kitchen faucet sink, it could come from a faucet base plate leak. Of course, it could also come from the supply lines or the drain. But...
There are 3 categories of water damage that can seriously impact your property and your health. Here’s what you need to know about Category 1, Category 2, and Category 3 water damage so you can...
So, you want to flush your water heater’s tank but need to know how long it takes? You’ve come to the right place. In fact, we’re going to tell you why it needs to be...
We’re now deep into Winter and homeowners in much of the country are trying to understand winterization versus insulation. Is there a difference? And, if so, what is it? What are the pros and cons...
When you winterize outdoor water faucets (also called hose spigots or hose bibs) around your home, especially with a frost-free faucet, you are avoiding major headaches and expensive repair bills with one very affordable update....
There are many reasons for your septic system problems, and it’s best to know these 7 signs before they impose a risk to your property. But first, let’s start by understanding how your septic system...
You’ve probably heard of compression fittings, but what is a flare fitting? Like compression fittings, are useful in places where it’s difficult to solder a joint. So, it’s a handy solution for hard-to-solder situations involving...
Have you ever thought about unblocking a clogged drain but weren’t sure how to use a drain auger? Then this is the article for you! Today, I’m going to talk about augers (also called plumber’s...
Does your toilet sound like it’s constantly running or refilling? This kind of sound can occur intermittently or as frequently as every minute and usually means your toilet is losing water. If you are experiencing...
Mold is commonly found in basements because water leaks and moisture so often occur there. But we rarely check our basements for mold. Why? Because we tend to use them as giant storage facilities or...
Often, what appears to be condensation on our toilet tank is actually a leak that needs to be stopped. Two common reasons for the leak are (1) tank bolts that need to be replaced or...
