Most people only know a few parts of their toilet: the tank, the bowl, and the handle. However, if you were to lift up the top of the tank, you would see a group of parts that have to work together to flush and refill the toilet quickly and efficiently. The components in the tank…
Maintaining your plumbing system is as important to the wellness of your home as an annual physical is to your personal health. Think of it as “Home Health and Wellness”. For those individuals who are handy around the house or are HGTV Diyers, there are plenty of simple measures that can be taken to make…
Managing your water consumption during the summer isn’t always easy. People can be tempted to take long showers to cool off after a long day in the sun and watering the lawn use a large amount of water as well. Luckily there are some simple ways to keep your water bill low this summer. Check…
A hidden water leak in your bathroom can lead to serious problems such as water damage in the bathroom and the surrounding rooms, not to mention its effects on your water bills and the structural integrity of your bathroom. Here are some signs of a hidden leak in your bathroom, so that you can catch…
Cleaning products are one of the first places homeowners can look to when eliminating toxins and chemicals from their households. Instead of using harmful cleaning products linked to thyroid damage, water pollution and the emergence of drug-resistant superbugs like MRSA, kill germs with simple products that are environmentally friendly and inexpensive. Tile Cleaner Tile is…
Severe storms can occur in any season. As soon as the right weather is back, it may seem like a relief. However, the potential for water damage may be just beginning. Stormwater runoff can quickly overwhelm natural and human-made systems, leading to flooding and property damage. There are ways to prepare your home for these…
While it may be tempting to attempt to fix household problems on your own without the assistance of a trained professional, when it comes to plumbing you should avoid trying to fix these problems on your own. While you may believe you will help yourself save some money, the majority of the time you will…
When the spring air starts to freshen up your home, the winter ground begins to thaw from warmer temperatures and become more saturated from the new season’s rains. The rainwater from these spring rains cannot easily absorb into the ground. The next place for such water to go is the empty box essentially waiting to…
People can run into all sorts of plumbing, draining, and pipe issues in their homes. Although it might be tempting to try and fix it yourself to try and save some cash, it runs the possibility of leading to even more problems. Here is why homeowners should call a professional plumber instead of trying a…
Taking a hot shower at the end of a long day boosts a person’s personality and soothes the body. However, such relaxation is hindered when the water turns from a raging waterfall to a dying stream. This may be an obvious sign that something is wrong with the drainage system resulting in clogged pipes in…
