Calcium is good for your bones and teeth – but not for your home’s water heater. If left unchecked, calcium can build up inside the tank of the water heater, which can increase your monthly energy bills and cause your unit to break down earlier…
Keeping up with your home maintenance checklist is incredibly important to prolong the lifespan of major appliances. Whether you are performing annual service checks or replacing filters, it’s imperative to get the job done on time and using the proper technique. This is especially true…
Knowing the location of your home’s water shutoff is one of the most important preventative items to check off your homeowner’s to-do list. Water damage caused by your home’s water supply can be extensive – especially if you’re left fumbling to find the water shut…
When you discover clogs in your plumbing, it’s easy to allow panic to set in and turn to the first available quick fix. However, quick fixes are rarely proven to work in the long term. And when it comes to plumbing, some DIY drain clearing…
They say it’s the little things that can make a big difference. That can certainly be the case with the pilot light and your water heater. The pilot light is a small component but if it’s not working properly, the entire unit is useless. If…
Have you ever watched a stunt video that starts with a big, bold warning, “DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS AT HOME?” The same goes for most plumbing projects. One small mistake could cause major damage, cost you a lot of money, and even be dangerous. So…
Water heaters are one of the most frequently used appliances in the home. As such, they often fall victim to signs of overuse, commonly caused by a lack of routine maintenance. There are many ways to prolong the life of your water heater, in addition…
Accidents happen, especially in the kitchen. While we all know that it’s not worth crying over spilled milk, there are some mishaps that can be a bit more troubling. One question that our professional plumbers get often from clients is, “How do I get broken…
When it comes to water heater maintenance, there are a few essential items to include on your “honey-do” list. Fortunately, most tasks necessary to prolong the life of your water heater only need to be done once every few years. Descaling your hot water heater…
Have you ever wondered what the lever is called that magically transfers water from the tub faucet to the showerhead? It’s called a shower diverter, and while it might seem like magic, there are actually a lot of working parts at play to make it…
