Tag: garbage disposal

  • Much attention has been made about attending a traditional college or taking a different route by learning a skilled trade.  When thinking about a future career path much focus has also been made on the high cost of college tuition and the burden of enormous student debt.  Imagine earning tuition […]

  • Indoor plumbing. Without proper plumbing, those of us who are fortunate would not have access to clean drinking water, showers, toilets, laundry options and so much more that make our lives better. What would we do without it all? Plumbing has become somewhat of an afterthought because we have all […]

  • Is it about that time for you to purchase a new water heater? Fall is approaching, and along with fall will come some chilly temperatures. You’ll definitely want to make sure that your hot water heater is functioning properly before the dropping temperatures hit. There are two main water heater […]

  • Getting back to normal routines means more fun family gatherings and more waste going down your garbage disposal. Despite its name, a garbage disposal can’t handle everything that homeowners put down the drain and putting in the WRONG things too many times can result in damage or even require a […]

  • Ahhh, sweet summer time. The kids are home from school and involved in a variety of activities, and the laundry seems to be is never ending. Sound familiar?  The increase in temperatures during the spring and summer months can lead to a rise in water usage at home. This increase […]

  • A sewage backup in your home can be bad news for your water bill, not to mention how much money it can cost to replace your home’s pipes. It is important, then, to catch these issues early on before they can cause damage. The warning signs that your sewage system […]

  • Yes, it is true. Plumbing disasters can happen at any time of year. But the holidays, which tend to be hectic, can bring a whole new set of challenges that could take your issues into the winter months. You can take preventative care to avoid plumbing disasters through the holidays […]

  • It’s the dreaded sound most homeowners have heard at least one time in their life. You have a sink full of food scraps that you’re trying to put down the garbage disposal. You flip the garbage disposal on and… It just hums or makes a buzzing noise. The blades don’t […]

  • Thanksgiving is about family and friends, spending time together, sharing a meal, and shopping on Black Friday. It’s not supposed to be about plumbing problems. Not surprisingly though, the day after Thanksgiving is often the busiest day of the year for plumbers. Additional people in your home and overnight guests […]