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 with grit or dirt. If you have cleaned your faucet’s…
Every home has 3 basic types of plumbing systems: supply lines, fixtures, and drains. Although it may appear a random puzzle of pipes and fittings, the system and its various components work together in a logical way. 1. The Supply Line System The first type…
Are you struggling with low hot water in your home? Does it feel like you are constantly adjusting the temperature on your water heater? If these are things you find yourself constantly fighting against, you may want to consider a new solution. There are a…
Is your water pressure so low that you have to run around in your shower just to get wet? Or so high that it feels like you’ve lost a layer of skin? Then you need to learn how to use a gauge to test water…
Are your pipes making a noise that’s both perplexing and nerve-racking? Here’s what the different sounds mean and how you can fix each of them. Let’s face it, pressure can get to any of us from time to time, and believe it or not, the…
Consider putting your water heater in vacation mode if you plan on leaving your house alone for a few days or longer. Whether you’re going on a short business trip or a longer vacation, setting the vacation mode has the potential to: Save on energy…
