Meet the School Year Head-On with Our Back-to-School Plumbing Checklist
With the kids at home for summer vacation, getting things done around the house— even minor repairs—can be difficult. Now that they’re back at school, it’s the perfect time to get plumbing repairs done and ensure all the routine maintenance is taken care of too. By getting the work done now, you’ll ensure your home […]
The Dangers of Water Damage and How to Detect It
Water damage inside your home is not something to be taken lightly. When water flows or sits where it shouldn’t, it can lead to big problems for your home, property, and health. Find out what causes home water damage, the signs you should keep an eye out for, and the dangers of water that’s left […]
9 Essential Plumbing Tools for Your Home Plumbing Toolbox
A professional plumber is always your best bet for fixing a plumbing problem, especially a plumber with 24/7 service. Even so, there are a few plumbing tools it’s handy for any homeowner to have. In a pinch, they could help you stave off a bigger plumbing problem, keeping things under control until a plumber is […]
5 Ways to Stop Flooding from Happening in Your Home
It’s easy to forget just how many ways water can get into your home, both through its intended channels and otherwise. The liquid is such an essential part of day to day life, yet it can cause devastating and costly damage to your house. Here are a few of the common causes of household flooding […]
10 Bathroom Safety Tips Your Family Will Thank You For
Although we all visit the bathroom on a regular basis, many of us don’t realize that this room is one of the most dangerous in the house. In fact, 235,000 teens and adults visit the emergency room each year due to bathroom injuries. The majority happen in the shower and near the toilet. While seniors […]
Bathroom Safety for the Elderly: 7 Easy Solutions
If senior citizens live with you or frequently visit your home, you want to ensure their safety at all times. The bathroom should be no exception, and, believe it or not, it can be one of the most dangerous places of the home for anyone—but especially the elderly. In 2011, almost 200,000 people were brought […]
It’s Heating Up! 5 Summer Plumbing Problems and How to Solve Them
With hot summer weather on the way, sometimes home maintenance takes a backseat to summer vacations, BBQs, and swimming. Before you start on all that fun, don’t forget to check on your plumbing! You likely know that cold weather, especially freezes, can do a number on pipes and appliances, but did you know that heat […]
The 6 Plumbing Scams You Must Know About — and How to Avoid Them
There are a lot of contractor scams out there, including plumbers, and the best scammers have gotten good at their game. How can you avoid being taken advantage of? Become familiar with these six popular scams that shady plumbers pull, and then learn what to do to ensure you employ a trustworthy tradesperson. 1. The […]
What to Do If Your Plumber Leaves You with a Botched Job
Ben Thompson (not his real name) was annoyed. He’d noticed water on the floor beneath the bathroom sink and called a plumber who had been recommended to him. In his younger days Mr. Thompson might have attempted the repair himself, but at 79, he decided it was wiser to hire a professional. The plumber arrived […]