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Benefits and Drawbacks of Each Type of Water Heater When faced with water heater replacement, most homeowners simply order a direct replacement for the faulty unit. However, since water heaters last between 10 and 20 years, it is important to consider all options when making such a big decision. Not taking this opportunity to upsize […]
What Is a Sump Pump (And How Can One Help)? Most homes with basements or crawl spaces have a sump system designed to collect water as it gathers under the foundation and pump it out somewhere safer. Sump pump systems use drain tiles in the yard and under the basement floor to collect excess moisture […]
The Importance of Whole House Water Filtration Systems Access to clean water is one of the great modern technological achievements, and water filters are a more personal way to ensure the safety of water in your home. From choosing the right system for your home to understanding the benefits of water filtration systems, there’s plenty […]
How to Keep Your Plumbing Safe This Fall and Winter Freezing temperatures and winter weather can be harsh on your plumbing. As winter rolls in like an uninvited guest, anxious residents and business owners flood the phone lines of local plumbing repair companies, all scrambling to winterize their properties and dodge those pesky last-minute plumbing […]
What Indicates a Gas Leak and What to Do About It Natural gas is considered a good, clean energy source because it is highly efficient and produces little greenhouse gasses when burned. Though not a renewable resource, it is still considered a good alternative to other fuels that burn less cleanly. Unfortunately, gas lines and […]
Tips for Maintaining Sewer Lines Proper home maintenance involves a long list of tasks. The tasks for caring for the home include caring for the plumbing. The sewer line is an important part of the plumbing system that homeowners should try to prevent problems with because sewer line problems like clogs and leaks can have […]
Growing Tree Roots Can Damage the Plumbing Some plumbing problems can be seasonal. Just like frozen pipes and their effects, which are more common during the winter, springtime can be a time of growth for trees, and tree roots can grow into and damage the underground plumbing. Dealing with the complications from tree roots getting […]
Signs to Repipe the Water Lines and the Benefits of Repiping Homeowners can face many challenges with their property. Hidden issues can lurk everywhere, including in the plumbing system. Frequent issues with leaks in the water lines and corroded lines can wreak havoc on the home but are also reasons to get repiping done. Repiping […]
Don’t Get Pinched by High Water Bills Conserving water can be beneficial, not just for the environment but also for saving homeowners money on their water bills. Conserving water is easy with the right habits and plumbing changes. Here are three tips to help homeowners save money on their water bills. Keep the Tap off and […]
Indications That a Sewer Line Needs Professional Attention Issues with a home sewer line can be messy and may indicate underlying problems that require repair or a complete sewer line replacement. Ignoring the signs of sewer line damage can lead to much bigger and costlier problems down the road, so sewer line issues should be […]