The Environmental Protection Agency’s Program, states the conservation of water has become a must for all. One of the best ways to comply with this program and save water is to install low-flow plumbing fixtures like showerheads, faucets, and toilets. The program calls for conservative methods to reduce water usage, by encouraging the use of low-flow […]
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 […]
You may be remodeling the bathroom in your home. You might be constructing a public restroom in your business. Perhaps you are doing all the work yourself, or maybe you have contracted the job out to a professional. Whatever the scenario, each bathroom design project requires that you make an important decision: what type of […]
We are getting ready for all the celebrations that winter brings, and we hope you are too. The 2017 new year is upon us. As our gift to you, we would like to give you the Top Six Ways you will cause damage to your plumbing system. 6 Most Likely Things to Cause Plumbing Damage Frozen […]
Fall is finally here in Middle Tennessee, and the yards are full of leaves. Most homeowners take care of them by running a lawnmower over them to mulch the yard, or by raking and bagging them for collection by the city. (An even better use is to start your own compost pile – but I […]
When most of us think about fire safety, plumbing doesn’t come to mind. Fires cause some of the most devastating damage to homes and family belongings. It is worth taking the time to prevent them. After all, nearly all things related to plumbing involve water, which puts out fire, at least in my mind. Below […]
Local Nashville area water utilities regulate the water pressure that comes to Middle Tennessee. Unfortunately, they have to have enough pressure in the lines to get water to the very last house on the line, or up to the tallest building in the area. Sometimes that means water pressure that is too high in your […]
You may have heard your grandmother or grandfather tell you to rinse your hair in rainwater to get it really soft. Why? How does this work? It’s because rainwater is actually very soft water, while water that comes through our pipes or wells in some cases, is usually quite hard. So what does that mean? […]
Homeowners are always looking for ways to protect their home, which is often their biggest investment. Being proactive when it comes to potential water damage from leaks makes sense. With so many appliances in your home, the threat of flooding is always present. It is especially a risk when you are away from home at work […]