Whenever there are young children in the home, child safety is a primary consideration. Plumbing involves water and water can be dangerous to a home and family. Today, there are many products you can use to make your child safer when it’s bathroom time. This article is dedicated to reminding you of some of the […]
There’s nothing more embarrassing than clogging someone’s toilet and it overflowing. Rule #1: Don’t Panic! This can be pretty tough, right? Well, I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to worry anymore because this article has a tip you can take with you to every party you attend. A Close Call At A […]
When you flush your toilet, does water back up into your shower or sink? How about those gurgling noises in the pipes? These are signs that you might have a clog in your main plumbing line, All of us have one main line that comes into the house with fresh water, Then we have another […]
On a blistering cold winter Sunday, a family of four in Nashville went to Titan’s football game. When they arrived home six hours later, they were horrified to find that their house was filled with water, completely destroying all of their flooring, most of their furniture, and everything lying on the floor,including their Christmas presents! […]
In all my years as a plumber, I have seen quite a bit go down the garbage disposal. I personally have found things like broken glass, paper clips, and small metal pieces. Other plumbers have found GI Joe figures and wedding rings. There is a common joke among plumbers that goes like this…. ”What sounds […]
One of the most used, but least thought about appliances you have is the water heater. In selecting the best one for your house, you may be considering a tankless model. But are they really worth the additional cost? Only you can decide. Here are some of the benefits you will find with a tankless […]
Clearing that Clog: Should you use Drano®? So you’ve got a clog in your drain and plunging doesn’t seem to do any good. What do you do? Should you call a plumber or use that commercially prepared drain cleaner (Drano®/Liquid–Plumr®) hiding under your sink? Here are some things to keep in mind…. Metal vs. PVC […]
This story is not a happy one but I feel that it should be told. Rental Home with Leaking Bath Faucet A customer called with a leaky bathtub faucet in a rental property that she owned and managed. The problem was so severe the water supply to the entire house had to be turned off. […]
When the plumbing in your home doesn’t work the way it is supposed to, anything beyond the use of a plunger should be done by a qualified professional plumber. Before you call, be sure and arm yourself with the right information. You want to be sure you are protected and that your selected plumber does […]
WATER PRESSURE IN YOUR HOME If you are not happy with your water pressure, would a new shower head help? Would a new shower head improve the water pressure? Certainly, there are many models of new shower heads available for purchase at your local home improvement store that would change the pressure in your […]