Plumbing

When you have a clogged drain in your home or a drain that is slow to clear, it makes sense to grab a bottle of liquid drain cleaner and take care of the issue yourself. It only costs a few dollars, and you don’t need to wait for a plumber to show up only to […]

Most homeowners are not very familiar with the pipes, fittings, and even fixtures that make up their home’s plumbing system. All they know is that when they turn a knob or move a lever, the water that they need to cook, drink, and bathe appears. But when you don’t have even a very basic understanding

Protecting your family and loved ones is an around-the-clock job. But most people believe they can let their guard down more when they are in the comfort of their own home. However, the perception of complete safety provided by your home can lull you into a false sense of security. One of the most harmful

Most homeowners in the area have garbage disposals in their kitchen sinks. And though most would say that they can’t live without this modern wonder, they would also quickly add that they can become a bit foul smelling from time to time. Air fresheners, strong candles, and even cooking the most aromatic treats never seem

When many homeowners start considering their next home renovation project, repiping the entire house is rarely at the top of the list. Tasks like adding a room or increasing the functionality of the space often sound much more appealing. After all, who wants to sink money into a remodel project that no one will ever

Everyone knows that bathrooms are some of the most essential rooms in a house. Realtors always tell sellers to spruce up the bathrooms to grab buyers’ attention. Currently, Zillow is reporting an average return on investment of over 70% on a bathroom remodel. So you know that your money is well spent on those new

There are a few reasons why you might be pondering the choice of a traditional water heater versus a tankless model. The most common reason for this decision is that you are building a new home and must decide what type of water heating appliance to install. Many homeowners begin thinking about the pros and

Most of us never realize how many times we rely on our sink drains during the average day. From washing hands and brushing teeth to cooking, these drains are called upon to handle much wastewater each day. But the trouble begins when we forget to use a little care when washing other items down the

Drain clogs are an annoying fact of life for most households. And while you might think that clogs are avoidable if you are extremely careful about what you wash down the sink, tub, or shower drain, the fact is that clogs will occur eventually. But you can take several preventative measures to lessen the frequency

With summer just around the corner, have you given any thought to sprucing up your backyard to add to your summertime fun? The last year has been unpredictable, and it never hurts to have a backup plan for some summer fun this year. Picture a staycation that centers around fantastic meals prepared on your new