Air gaps often go unnoticed, but they serve a powerful purpose in your plumbing system. Whether it’s your kitchen sink, dishwasher, or water treatment setup, the air gap acts as a frontline defense against contamination....
Plumbing pipes are often out of sight, out of mind… until disaster strikes. Pipes bursting isn’t just a messy inconvenience. It can destroy property, lead to costly repairs, and disrupt your daily life in a...
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...
Soldering a copper pipe is downright dangerous if you don’t follow our 5 soldering safety tips. The solder and propane torch are both hot enough to instantly burn flesh. So, here’s a fast, easy primer...
Old homes can be beautiful, they just don’t make them like they used to. And while beautiful and a good buy for prospective homeowners; they could be hiding some plumbing issues. There are a couple...
Here are 10 easy plumbing tips everyone should know. More than likely, you’ll have to deal with minor plumbing issues here and there throughout your home. Instead of spending a ton of money to have...
You want to make sure your water heater temperature is set to the right degree, but what is considered the right temperature? Let’s dive into the pros and cons of having your water heater temperature...
You might have never heard of polybutylene pipe before. That’s because everyone has strayed away from these types of pipes for very good reasons. You might be wondering what these pipes really are. They are...
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...
Your pressure relief valve is leaking water from the water heater? You’re going to want to know what to do about it pretty quickly. A leak, although it may be small at the time, can...
Black mold can be very dangerous to your health. In many cases, people find mold until they start experiencing symptoms. When black mold is caused by water damage, there are things to look out for....
You may be wondering, can you flush tampons? It might make sense to be able to flush tampons, but it’s not a good idea. Unfortunately, flushing things that you shouldn’t flush is one of the...
