Copper Plumbing (What is a Bonding Wire?)
You might be aware of what a bonding wire on a water heater is, or you might not. The good thing is if you don’t know what a bonding wire is, you’re in the right...
Toilet Clearance Code (Are You Aware of It?)
Maybe you never even knew that there was such a thing as a toilet clearance code. Well, you would be surprised to know all that is included in this code when it comes to installing...
What is Sewer Excavation? (And Do You Need It To Repair Your Main Line?)
The majority of mainline problems don’t require sewer excavation. Most can be solved with “no-dig” drain cleaning/clearing techniques like cabling or Hydro Jetting. However, there are issues — such as burst or cracked pipes —...
Sillcock, Hose Bib, Outdoor Faucet. (So Many Names for 1 Simple Thing!)
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...
Older Bathroom With A Drum Trap? (Here’s How To Clear It!)
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...