Many homeowners find themselves tackling avoidable issues once colder temperatures arrive. Now is the perfect time to perform regular and preventative plumbing maintenance to prepare your home for the winter season, which is when most plumbing issues arise. Below are five important Fall plumbing tips: #1. Drain and close interior shut-off valves after removing hoses…
When purchasing a new plumbing fixture or appliance such as a sink, garbage disposal, tub or shower, toilet, water heater, you will need to choose to install it yourself (if you have the know-how) or hire a professional. In either case, someone with experience should handle your plumbing installation to ensure that it’s done right…
A garbage disposal is an electrically powered devise (the most common) installed under a kitchen sink, usually between the sink’s drain and the trap, which works by crumbling food waste into bits small enough to cross through plumbing. There are two types of garbage disposals; continuous feed and batch feed. Plumbing experts can determine which one…
A reliable water heater is crucial during the winter months, but without proper maintenance, it can fail when you need it most. Here are key signs that your water heater may need servicing before the cold sets in. Fluctuating Water Temperature If your shower goes from hot to cold unexpectedly, sediment buildup in the tank…
