The Pros and Cons of Professional Drain Cleaning
Everyone has to deal with clogged and dirty drains at some point. Some of these problems are caused by one or two instances of rinsing the wrong things down the sink while others are clogs that form slowly over time. The best way to avoid these problems is to be careful about what goes down […]
Beat the Summer Sludge: Protect Your Home Water Quality in the Heat
While you are busy filling up water bottles and running the sprinkler, your water treatment system is working overtime to keep your water clean. Many people forget that heat actually changes how water behaves. These changes can cause your softeners or filters to struggle in ways they do not during the winter. If you ignore […]
How Long Does It Really Take Hot Water to Heat Up?
Hot water streaming through your faucets and shower heads is something that’s easy to take for granted. However, once that water turns frigid, you quickly realize how important your water heater is. Whether you’re in the middle of a shower when the hot water stops flowing or doing something else, you want to know one […]
Top Tips for Achieving Cleaner, Healthier Drinking Water
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that over 1 million Americans get sick every year due to issues with their home’s tap water. Let’s explore some of the strategies you can use to ensure your family isn’t among them. Don’t Ignore Sudden Water Quality Changes Your water should be clear, tasty, and […]
Why Spring Is the Best Time for Annual Leak Detection Service
Every property should schedule professional leak detection services at least once each year. During these visits, plumbers check for slow and hidden leaks. They look for leaky appliance connections, cracked pipes, and other common issues. Early identification of plumbing leaks allows for early interventions, too. Learn why spring is the best time to schedule annual […]
Why Your Same Drain Keeps Backing Up
Dealing with a recurring clog is immensely frustrating because it makes you feel like you’re failing at basic home maintenance. The truth is that a drain that keeps clogging is usually trying to tell you that there’s a structural problem deep inside your walls or under your yard that a simple plunger can’t reach. Hidden […]
Repairing Versus Replacing Your Water Heater: What to Know
Water heaters can be damaged due to poor maintenance, hard water, and even general wear and tear over time. You might notice a problem with your water heater if it’s leaking water or can no longer keep up with your home’s needs. In some cases, a failing water heater produces lukewarm, stinky, or discolored water. […]
About Water and Water Treatment
Standing at a kitchen sink, we can tell a lot just by how the water behaves. Sometimes it leaves a cloudy film on glassware. Other times, there’s a faint chlorine smell that lingers in the air. When we check pipes under the sink, we might see white crust building along fittings or hear popping sounds […]
Reduce Commercial Plumbing Expenses Through Better Water Conservation
Commercial enterprises account for more than half of the world’s daily water consumption. Corporations alone account for 40%, and just one large commercial building can use as much as 22,000 gallons a day. This is not only bad from an environmental standpoint but also a financial one. Through better water conservation, businesses can lower their […]
Protect Your Water Heater From Damage This Winter
Regardless of whether your home’s water heater is placed in your garage or in an unfinished basement, it will be exposed to colder water and freezing temperatures. Because a water heater’s job is to provide warm water, you might assume that its internal heat source will protect it from damage. However, winter weather conditions can […]