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Water Heater Checkup Time
So many appliances and fixtures depend on your water heater functioning properly. But it’s surprising how many of us neglect to do regular maintenance on them or have them check by a professional. We tend to wait until there’s a problem and by then it’s too late. There’s either a leak or a severe malfunction…
The Ultimate End of Summer Plumbing Checklist
As summer winds down, it’s a good idea to think about preparing your plumbing for the months ahead. Checking your plumbing seasonally can help guard against those untimely problems that can arise as the weather changes. Here’s a simple checklist of things to do to keep your home’s plumbing system running smoothly. Inspect and drain…
Worried about E. coli? How to keep your drinking water clean
With the recent E. coli outbreak in Lehigh County, many residents are concerned about how to keep their families and themselves safe from the deadly bacteria. While there are solutions, such as boiling your water, to protect you and your family right away – there are specialized filters that can help you prevent E.coli from…
How to Clear a Plumbing Vent
A working plumbing vent is integral to the function of any home’s plumbing system. Your plumbing vent regulates the pressure in your drainage pipes to ensure pipes are safe and can effectively drain waste and water. Understanding how to maintain and clear your plumbing vent can save you time and money – helping you avoid…
Leaky Faucet? Know your faucet you before you fix it.
Faucet leaks are the nuisance of bathroom maintenance issues. And the cost can be high. A leak that loses just one drop per second can waste up to 3,000 gallons of water a year. Sometimes leaky faucets are a quick fix, but other leaks can prove more difficult and come back over time. To get…
Treat Your Drains Kindly
We rarely think about our drains and pipes until something goes wrong. But if you follow a few simple tips, you’ll keep your drains flowing and prevent potential problems down the road. Here are a few questions and answers as well as tips for keeping your drains healthy. Should I use chemical drain cleaners? Think…
Plumbing Inspections: Check the plumbing before buying the house
Buying a house is a huge decision and one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. And, since plumbing is key to how a home functions now and in the future, you want to make sure you understand what you are actually buying and what might be required to get the house into shape. Maybe…
Save Water and Lower Your Bill with Three Simple Changes
The amount of water Americans waste is at an all-time high. According to the EPA, 900 billion gallons of water is wasted annually in the US, just due to leaks around the house. In fact, 95% of all the water we use goes straight down the drain. And this can cost you a lot of…
Got a Bad Clog? Be Careful When Playing With Snakes
Tried everything to clear a clog in a sink or toilet and nothing has worked? Before you jump to a drain snake, be sure you know the different types and how to use them. It’s also important to understand the potential for damaging your pipes if used incorrectly. The Drain Snake A drain snake has…
Is it time for a new dishwasher?
Every night, we depend on our dishwashers to do a chore we all dread. We get so used to the convenience that when it starts to show signs of failure, it can throw your routine off. The reality is that, while we trust our dishwashers to be reliable, we don’t conduct regular maintenance until something…
How to Replace Your Sink
Replacing a sink can be a big job. If you have a fairly standard drop-in or under-mount sink, then the replacement process may be somewhat easier to complete. However, it is worth noting that any time you end up connecting and disconnecting piping, there is a chance that leaking or flooding may occur. So, if…
Water Heaters: Should You Consider a Water Heater Leak Detector?
With the average water heater holding about fifty gallons, a leak in your tank can create a lot of damage. And, depending on where your water heater is located and how long it is until the water is shut off to the tank, it could spread into several rooms – ruining carpets, damaging flooring, and…