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DIY: Keeping Your Drains Clog Free
It is easier to keep your drains clean and avoid blockages, when the chance of something besides water going down the drain is minimal. Therefore, we can suggest a few methods and everyday activities you can use to prevent issues in your plumbing. Implementing these good habits could actually save you time, money and worry.…
Read MoreNo Water Supply? Still Flush Your Toilet!
When you switch off the water supply to your house or part of it, the functionality of your plumbing becomes limited. However, there are some plumbing fixtures you may still want to keep operational, like your toilet. Losing the ability to flush the toilet while the water is shut off can be annoying, embarrassing, and…
Read MoreA Guide to Plumbing Noises
Most of the time when a house creaks and groans, it is natural and part of being a house, however, there are some noises that should be paid more attention as they could be a result of a problem with your home’s plumbing. It is important for a homeowner to have a basic knowledge of…
Read MoreAre your Underground Pipes Clogged by Tree Roots?
A tree’s thin feeder roots seek out organic nutrients to sustain the tree. Since your home’s underground sewer line is filled with human waste that can be used to nourish the tree, roots are likely to detect weak spots and grow into any holes or gaps in the pipes. These hair-like roots can run along…
Read MoreAre you Stressing Out Your Plumbing?
Over time, pipes age and become weak, which results in leaks. Although this is a natural and expected process, there are things you can do to reduce the pressure on your plumbing system so that it lasts longer without any plumbing issues. 2 Ways to Relieve the Pressure from Your Plumbing Soften Your Water If…
Read MoreEmergency DIY Plumbing Tricks for a Blocked Drain
Over the holidays you don’t want to have to be dealing with the hassle and embarrassment of a blocked toilet or shower drain. Here are ways you can get rid of any bathroom drain clogs, without any plumbing tools, so that no plumbing emergencies spoil the festivities of the season. How to Unclog a Toilet…
Read More4 Ways to Pet-Proof Your Plumbing
Whether it is chewing on exposed pipes or clogging drains with fur and mud after a bath, pets and their needs can put a strain on your plumbing system. Here are four tips you should follow to pet-proof your home’s plumbing to avoid plumbing issues, as well as protect your pets. How to Pet-Proof Your…
Read MoreShould You Use Chemical Drain Cleaners?
When you realize you have a blocked drain, the first question you will ask yourself is whether you should call professional drain cleaners or use chemical drain cleaners? It is tempting to rather choose the chemical drain cleaner because it seems easier and less expensive than calling a professional. However, you may not realize that…
Read MoreIs Your Plumbing Ready for the Holidays?
Whether you’re just entertaining for the evening or have a house full of guests for several days, your bathrooms are going to get busy over Christmas. To ensure a Merry Christmas without any plumbing emergencies, we suggest paying extra attention to certain areas of your plumbing before your guests arrive for the holidays. The Toilet…
Read MoreAvoid Blocked Drains with Preventative Drain Care
Why go through the trouble of figuring out how to clear your clogged drain when you can avoid them altogether? The chance of a serious clog developing in your plumbing drops when you take a little more care and a few proactive steps each year. The Formation of a Clog The first sign of a…
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