Have you been told your home needs sewer line repair or replacement? Get the facts and make an informed decision about it with this guide. Did you know that there are over 800,000 miles of public sewers in the United States, with another 500,000 miles that connects private sewers to public ones? There are bound […]
7 Signs Your Hot Water Boiler Is Failing
Even the best boilers don’t last forever. How do you know if your hot water boiler is failing? Look for these tell-tale signs. The average household hot water boiler system lasts between 8 and 12 years. The lifespan varies based on the unit, how often it gets serviced, and the quality of the water passing […]
How to Drain Your Boiler
Did you know that you should be draining your boiler at least once a year? Check out this step-by-step guide to get you started. Even though boilers have been around since the late 1700s, many homeowners don’t know how to care for theirs properly. Boiler sludge compromises a boiler system’s reliability. Draining your hot water […]
How Does a Chemical Drain Cleaner Actually Clear the Clog?
That chemical drain cleaner promises to clear your clog. But how does it actually work? Did you know it can potentially cause damage? Learn before your pour! Every homeowner has been there. You’re taking a shower and you find yourself standing ankle-deep in water. Your drain is clogged, but how should you fix it? There […]
Everything You Need To Know About Hydro-Jetting
If you deal with annoying clogged drains regularly, then high-pressure hydro-jetting could be a good solution for your home. While hydro-jetting sounds like an exciting water sport or an extreme way to carve stone more efficiently, you might find it slightly less exciting. That is, unless you really appreciate a clean drain line. Hydro-jetting is […]
Clear Your Clogged Drain With These Easy Recipes
Clogged drains are annoying, but there are some simple fixes if the clog isn’t too bad. Check out these recipes for unclogging your drains. Keeping your drains clean and clear is an essential part of being a homeowner. Unfortunately, Americans spend between $90 and $300 repairing damaged and clogged drains. The signs are obvious when […]
Why You Should Call a Plumber Instead of Doing it Yourself
Some things are better left to the professionals. Here is why you should call a plumber instead of attempting to fix your plumbing issues yourself. About 10% of homes in the US have leaks that waste 90 gallons of water a day. A small leak can lead to mold, mildew, and unexpected costs. By hiring […]
Is Drain Cleaner Safe For My Garbage Disposal?
Not all drain cleaners are meant for your garbage disposal. Luckily, you may be able to clear that clog without using chemicals at all. You’re doing the dishes when the water in your sink suddenly starts rising. You reach a hand towards the drain opening to see if something is blocking the water. You don’t […]
How Do They Do It? 10 Tools Plumbers Use to Unclog Drains
How do plumbers manage to perfectly fix your clogged drains? Here are some tools the experts use to unclog drains in your home. Nearly everyone, at one point or another, will experience a clogged drain. Clogged drains are often caused by soap, food, dirt, hair, or some other kind of material build-up. This build-up reduces […]
Unclogging the Drain: Should You Use a Pressure Washer?
There are so many ways to tackle unclogging the drain, but there are some undeniable benefits to using a pressure washer. The last thing anyone wants to see is a slow draining sink or tub. When plungers and chemical solutions aren’t unclogging the drain, and you’re left with a sink full of stinky sewer water, […]
Is Your Shower Turning Into A Bath? The Easiest Ways To Unclog Hair From the Shower Drain
We’ve all taken a shower that slowly turned into a bath as the water rose past our ankles. It’s time to unclog hair from the drain, here’s how to do it easily. It’s happened to all of us before. You step into the shower, get the water going, and then feel the water climbing up […]
How to Clean a Smelly Drain
Smelly drains are the worst! Read on to learn how to clean a smelly drain and keep the smell from coming back. A bad odor emanating from a drain can make even the cleanest home smell like a stagnant puddle—or worse. Bacteria thrive on the gunk that gets washed into the drain, making your pipes […]