by webdev@grandmarketingsolutions.com | May 2, 2017 | Plumbing, Water Bill, Water Leak
When the weather warms up, we tend to use more water. Hotter weather. More showers. More watering in the yard. According to the EPA, household leaks – on average – can account for more than 10,000 gallons of water a year. They also cite that in ten percent of homes,...
by webdev@grandmarketingsolutions.com | Apr 28, 2017 | Drain, Plumbing
There are some simple ways you can keep your bathroom drains flowing smoothly. And you don’t even need to use harsh chemicals. Remember those baking soda and vinegar volcanoes you made when you were a kid? This can be an effective way to treat and even unclog your...
by webdev@grandmarketingsolutions.com | Apr 26, 2017 | Plumbing, Replace water heater, Save Water, Water Bill, Water Heater
A water heater can last 8 to 12 years, sometimes more depending on the manufacturer. So what are some of the things you can do to prevent a water heater leak? Here are a few things you can do: Check the connections into and out of the water heater for corrosion or...
by webdev@grandmarketingsolutions.com | Apr 24, 2017 | Emergency, Plumbing, Prevention
We didn’t coin the name, but it’s kind of catchy. A “fatberg” is a disgusting ball of – well, grease, wet wipes, and anything else that attaches itself and lodges in your sewer pipe. Let that image go, and let’s talk about how to prevent it from happening. Do not put...
by webdev@grandmarketingsolutions.com | Apr 20, 2017 | Emergency, Plumbing
Be prepared to stop a leak by shutting off the main valve to your home. Water is running everywhere. In a frenzy, you run around looking for the main shut-off valve and have no idea where it is. Okay, relax. With a little preparation, you’ll be ready for an emergency...