Archive for the ‘plumbing’ Category
Posted on January 30th, 2018 by ChristainSon_Admin
From non-stop leaking faucets to a leaking water heater, there are several emergency plumbing tips every homeowner needs to know. These tips let you know what to do to contain the problem and protect your home against water damages. You will need to know the location of your breaker box and where the water main […]
Posted on January 5th, 2018 by ChristainSon_Admin
Rodents and pests need water to survive much like we do. If you have a water leak in your plumbing lines or a leaky faucet that leaves water in the sink or tub all of the time, you are essentially rolling out a “welcome mat” for all the rodents and pests near your home. To […]
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Posted on December 30th, 2017 by ChristainSon_Admin
While frozen pipes are not too much of an issue, here in Texas, there are still other plumbing problems that can cause stress on the pipes in your home and lead to unwanted leaks. Leaks can quickly become a major headache for homeowners if they are not detected right away, like a slow leaking toilet […]
Posted on July 7th, 2017 by ChristainSon_Admin
Plumbing is a lot more complicated than most people realize. For example, did you know that your drain lines require ventilation? Chances are that you didn’t. Few people realize that their drain lines also have pipes connected that allow exhaust and sewer gases to escape and air to enter to make sure pressure in the […]
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Posted on June 9th, 2017 by ChristainSon_Admin
On the surface, using the toilet in your home seems like a straightforward and simple task, but we all know that toilets are susceptible to clogs and other flushing issues over time. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at what you should avoid flushing to prevent problems. What’s Okay to Flush (and […]
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Posted on May 31st, 2017 by ChristainSon_Admin
The garbage disposal is an incredibly useful tool that can help get rid of waste and scraps that could cause some unfavorable smells in the kitchen. However, it’s worth mentioning that there’s plenty of foods that could damage or completely destroy your garbage disposal. For example, people tend to assume that garbage disposals utilize “blades” […]
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Posted on April 27th, 2017 by ChristainSon_Admin
There’s no doubt common plumbing problems need to be fixed sooner rather than later. Even small leaks can turn into major water damage, and water damage can do more than just leave puddles in an unfinished basement. Thankfully, there are several easy fixes a homeowner can do themselves before they call a 24-hour plumber. The best […]
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Posted on March 29th, 2017 by ChristainSon_Admin
There is a growing global movement happening, and you can be a part of it! Every single day, more and more people across the world are taking the time to learn more about how to make their lives, homes and offices just a little bit greener. This includes taking a look at your current plumbing system to […]