Why You Might Need a Water Softener (And Sooner Than You Think) Hard water can be tough to detect at first. It looks clear and feels normal, but its effects show up gradually. If your...
Ever turn off a faucet and hear a loud thud echo through your walls? That sound isn’t just annoying. It could be a warning. It’s often caused by water hammer, and it might be telling...
What’s a Wet Vent? A wet vent is a plumbing pipe that serves a dual function. It carries wastewater and also allows air to escape from multiple bathroom fixtures. That includes toilets, sinks, tubs, and...
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...
The faucet diverter valve is the most delicate component of your entire tub and shower faucet or kitchen faucet. Unfortunately, it can clog up, and even a clean valve won’t work if its covering fills...
Faucet repairs are quite common because they’re workhorses. It’s a miracle they down break down sooner after being turned on and off so often. Below are 3 common jobs you need to handle in any...
To replace toilet supply lines yourself, you’ll need a trip to the hardware store with about $50-$150 in your wallet and less than 60 minutes of labor. Doesn’t sound so bad, right? I’m going to...
Okay, DIYers, I’m going to really test your plumbing skills on this 2-handle shower faucet replacement tutorial. But every now and then, a solid challenge is what we all need, right? 😉 You’ll need at...
If your single-handle shower is no longer controlling your water temperature or easily turning on or off, you probably need to replace your shower’s faucet cartridge. Don’t worry. This is a straightforward plumbing job that...
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...
While the sight of mildewed caulk may make you wish you could renovate the entire bathroom, the expensive and effort is often too much. But caulking is all around your bathtub and bathroom fixtures for...
Many older bathrooms have a removable metal cap on the floor which covers a drum trap. It’s usually located near the tub. Just like any trap in your home, it can get clogged and needs...
