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why does my faucet sputter when I turn it on?

Why Does My Faucet Sputter When I Turn It On?

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 of

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can a bad shower cartridge cause a water hammer?

Can a Bad Shower Cartridge Cause a Water Hammer?

Yes, a bad shower cartridge can cause a water hammer. You’ll find many people online complaining about the development of a water hammer in their home shortly after changing up their shower cartridge, so you’re not alone. However, the shower cartridge is not the only suspect if you have a sudden water hammer problem. Here’s

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Can I flush dog poop down the toilet?

Can I flush dog poop down the toilet?

If you have one or more dogs, you know how much they can poop. Dog poop is messy, smells, and it can fill up your yard quickly. This is a problem anytime, but especially when the weather is nice and you want to run around in the yard, barefoot or otherwise. You pick it up

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why does my shower make a squealing noise?

Why Does My Shower Make a Squealing Noise?

When you want to relax and have a refreshing shower, it is a little unnerving to be interrupted by a squealing noise. Depending on the noise and when it happens, a few different problems might be at the root of the unpleasant noise. Here are some potential causes to investigate by yourself or with a

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