Saving on water usage isn’t only to save money, it helps the environment. Here are 5 ways to save on water usage. 1) Skip the bath, take a shower. A full bathtub normally takes 70 gallons of water. Standing in the shower for five minutes uses less than 1/3 of the water. 2) Don’t […]
Everyone likes to use hot water, but no one likes to pay their high utility bill. There are ways to make sure your home is energy efficient, and making your utility bill as low as possible. 5 Ways to Save Hot Water Fix Plumbing Leaks. Leaks can be costly. Fixing them as soon as possible is […]
Sometimes it is critical to know where your indoor and/or outdoor shut offs are for water in your house. Our plumbers are asked this question on about 50% of our Nashville area jobs: “How do I turn off the water in my home completely?” When to Shut off Your Main Water Line In the instance […]
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! […]
Plumbers Need a Holiday Too 🙂 The holidays are upon us and it is a very busy time for emergency plumbing calls. You likely have more guests than usual which increases kitchen, bathroom, and water use throughout your home. Here are 3 tips that have worked well for […]
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 […]
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 […]
Question, does my water heater have sediment in the tank? If the tank is four years old or older than the answer is yes. In Tennessee we have hard water from the limestone we have underground. With water staying in the tank at all times, this sediment will settle to the bottom and causes […]
Do you have slow drains? Does your toilet flush good in the morning but slow in the evening? Or just your bathroom sink does not drain very fast. Solutions to drain problems often vary; a bathroom sink or tub is normally an easy fix. Some old tubs will have to be re-piped. You will have to remove […]