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What to Do If Your Toilet is Bubbling
It’s not uncommon to see bubbles in your bathroom. Of course, they’re usually confined to the tub or maybe even the sink. But if you notice bubbles coming up from your toilet bowl, it might make you to raise an eyebrow. Once you recover from…
How to Test Your Home’s Water Pressure in 5 Steps
As a homeowner, there are a few routine tasks you should do to keep your household in tip-top shape. That includes putting new batteries of your smoke detectors twice a year and replacing the air filter in your furnace or air conditioner every few months….
Slow Drain? Try These 4 DIY Fixes
One of the most common – and aggravating – plumbing problems we see in homes is a slow drain. In the majority of cases, this is caused by a blocked up pipe directly under the drain. Anything and everything from hair to soap scum to…
What’s the Ideal Temperature for a Hot Water Heater?
Comfort is a personal preference. The temperature one person thinks is cozy, another might find too warm or too cold. That’s why battles over the home or office thermostat are so common. When it comes to the temperature of your water heater, the issue is…
What to Do if Your Water Smells Like Rotten Eggs
When you turn on a water tap in your home, does the smell of rotten eggs make your close your nose? With all the stories about water quality in the news these days, you may be worried that what you’re smelling is some type of…
Don’t Forget to Clean Your Toilet Tank
First off, we understand that no one enjoys cleaning the bathroom. You want to get in and out as quickly as possible – especially when it comes to the toilet. So we’re sorry to say that scrubbing the bowl is only half the job. That’s…
The Safe Way to Remove Broken Glass From Your Garbage Disposal
Accidents happen – especially in the kitchen where there’s so much activity between meal prep, cooking, and cleaning. One accident that can be extra frustrating – and potentially dangerous – is having broken glass fall down your garbage disposal. Whether it’s a shattered wine glass…
Leaky Toilet? How to Replace the Wax Ring
It’s never a good sign if you notice water seeping out the bottom of your toilet. Often, this type of leak means you need to replace the toilet wax ring. The good news is this plumbing job is inexpensive – a new wax ring costs…
Fact of fiction: Bathroom Wipes are Safe to Flush?
Pre-moistened wipes have become more and more popular – and not just for babies. Many adults now use wipes instead of toilet paper for more effective cleaning and a fresher feeling. When you look at the labels of these products, you’ll find claims such as…
13 Ways You May Be Wasting Water in Your Home
Water is one of our most important – and frequently used – resources. Accordingly to the EPA, each American uses an average of 88 gallons of water at home per day. Unfortunately, we all tend to waste a lot of water, too. Cutting down on…