Rain can cause a number of different smells to become more noticeable in and around your home. Petrichor is the name for the scent of rain on dry earth, and it can be an appealing scent to some. Unfortunately, smelling sewage in and around your home during a rainstorm is not appealing to anyone, andCONTINUE READING »
The California Plumbing Code (Section 608.3) and the California Mechanical Code (Section 1005.0) require a thermal expansion tank to be installed on all closed plumbing water heating systems. A pressure regulator blocks the pressure backflow between the main water supply and the house in the closed plumbing systems. As a result, the standard tank waterCONTINUE READING »
The water heater is one of our homes’ most reliable and dependable appliances. It doesn’t require much maintenance, and you can depend on it to give you more than 10 years of exemplary service. However, there are times when you’ll need to switch it off. Whether you’re going for a vacation, the main water supplyCONTINUE READING »
It’s never fun to wake up in the morning and hop in the shower only to find out that your hot water has already been used up by other members of the family. Or maybe you do have hot water, but it is taking an extremely long amount of time for it to warm upCONTINUE READING »
Over time, the toilet has moved from being a convenience to a necessity in our homes. Actually, we can hardly go through a day without visiting it, hence the need to ensure that it is always functional and hygienic. However, like any drainage channel, the toilet is prone to clogging due to poor use orCONTINUE READING »
No, you cannot flush dental floss down the toilet. There are a lot of items that should never find their way to the sewer line, and most of them are pretty obvious. A quick survey will undeniably show that most people know and acknowledge that non-biodegradable wastes are harmful to our drainage systems. However, weCONTINUE READING »
When you flush your toilet, you fully expect a strong surge of water to remove anything that was in the bowl. Unfortunately, if your toilet does not perform how you expected, it could be due to a weak flush. Weak flushes can have a few different causes, and some are very easy to deal withCONTINUE READING »
Even those who have hired a plumber before could use a few more smart questions to ask before they hire another for their next plumbing task. Whether it is a simple clog in a sink or a complex second water heater installation, you’re letting your plumber into your home. You want to be able toCONTINUE READING »
Blocked toilets and clogged sewer lines are common, and we shouldn’t be embarrassed to call a plumber to sort the mess out. Well, that’s what everybody says, but truth be told, very few people have the courage to do so. After visiting the washroom and using the toilet, decorum dictates that you push or pullCONTINUE READING »
Water heaters are a common fixture in almost every home. Without it, you would be forced to bathe in ice cold water which is something no one wants! Having a hot water heater in your home ensures you have plenty of warm water when it’s needed most, whether you are bathing, washing clothes, or washingCONTINUE READING »
A wide variety of homes are built directly on a concrete slab. This is not an unusual way to provide a foundation for many homes, but can bring some issues down the line when it comes to your plumbing. Since the plumbing pipes are concealed within the slab, diagnosing a leak and accessing the pipesCONTINUE READING »
The kitchen sink is undoubtedly one of your most-used appliances, adding convenience by disposing of food debris effectively. However, a kitchen sink can also become a problem when it produces unpleasant odors in your home. A common odor is described as smelling like sewage, which can affect the comfort and cleanliness of your kitchen. ThisCONTINUE READING »
Every now and then, you will run into some unacceptable smells coming from your drains. These odors can linger and leak out of the original room, stinking up other rooms in the process. Eliminating these smells can be a somewhat easy process, and you can prevent those smells from happening again in the near future.CONTINUE READING »
Due to the initial investment, many homeowners don’t think a water softener system in their home is worth it. However, if you are dealing with a number of water problems linked to hard water, a home water softener can be a worthwhile investment. While it’s always a good idea to be frugal with spending, aCONTINUE READING »
Water pressure regulators, also known as a pressure-reducing valve, are important pieces of specialized plumbing that are important in many cases. The purpose of this valve is to reduce the pressure of water that comes into your house from a municipal source. High pressure levels in your main water line can lead to issues withCONTINUE READING »
One of the things you want to make sure is that your drinking water is safe for you and your family. To do this, there are a variety of testing methods that you can use. So let’s look at how you can test your water at home. Decide What Water Source You’re Testing The typeCONTINUE READING »
Having a sudden drop in the water pressure of your home can be a frustrating and inconvenient issue. There are a few common reasons why water pressure may drop suddenly. Depending on the issue at hand, the solution may require the assistance of a professional plumber. Faulty Fixtures Faulty plumbing usually manifests in a singleCONTINUE READING »
Let’s be frank: legitimate plumbing work isn’t cheap. Equipment, training, licensing, and fair wages can add up, which is why even simple plumbing jobs typically cost a few hundred dollars. The problem is that there are plenty of illegitimate plumbers who try to charge the same rates, or even higher. These plumbers may leave youCONTINUE READING »
Issues with your plumbing can lead to water damage, standing water, moist conditions, and other problems you do not want. Moist conditions in a cool and dark area such as under a cabinet or in the basement can become a perfect growing bed for mold. Having mold left growing untreated in your home can leadCONTINUE READING »
Your faucet sputters when you turn it on because there is air trapped in the line. This is a very common plumbing issue in older homes and generally isn’t an emergency. By running the line, you’ve released the trapped air. So, in most cases, you don’t need to do anything about a single incident ofCONTINUE READING »
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