Upgrading your kitchen sink can significantly increase the amount of food you can cook and dishes you can wash. Drop-in sinks are the most commonly used kitchen sinks because they are inexpensive. They are also easy to remove and replace. You can cut space for a more oversized drop-in sink on your countertop. Putting in…
Besides being a helpful appliance that prevents clogged drains, garbage disposals are fun! We’ve all been tempted to test the capacity of our disposals, just for the satisfaction of watching a big mess magically disappear. However, you can break your disposal if you overload it. There are two essential rules when it comes to running…
There are a few common reasons that a toilet might leak. The most common cause is an ineffective flush valve. A tight seal is required for a toilet to flush effectively; however, deterioration may occur over time, causing a leak. To determine if this is the cause, you’ll want to locate the flush valve ball…
Everybody loves hot water. A warm shower is the most basic of luxuries. However, an underpowered water heater can ruin the experience, leaving you jumping out of a suddenly cold shower as the hot water runs out. For many people, the best part of staying at a hotel is the endless hot water supply. With…
Fat, oil, grease, and food particles are the primary causes of clogged drains in a kitchen. Using quality dish soap, hot water, and a properly installed garbage disposal can help keep these substances from building up inside your pipes. It is better to collect used oil in a container and throw it out than to…
Commercial buildings are required to perform backflow testing once a year. Many residential neighborhood associations and municipalities also require backflow testing from homeowners. This testing is required to protect the municipal water supply from contamination by private greywater. The connection between the municipal water supply and private buildings must be designed and tested to prevent…
