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Why Does My Hot Water Run Out So Quickly?
You know the scenario. You wake up in the morning, turn on the shower and your water is frigid cold. You stand there shivering waiting for it to heat up and it seems to take forever. Or maybe it’s just you. Maybe you’re last in line and the rest of your family has enjoyed a nice hot shower, but when you turn on the hot water tap the water is freezing. Neither of these situations is normal. If your hot
What Causes A Toilet To Run All The Time
What’s worse than a toilet that doesn’t flush? A toilet that runs all the time. If you’ve ever had this issue, you know how frustrating it can be. The water keeps running and running, but nothing ever comes out of your bowl. It’s like being stuck in an endless loop of disappointment. A little bit of water running from your toilet is normal. However, if the water keeps running and filling up your tank, you might have a problem. As
How to Prevent Burst Pipes
Know the fastest way to go from “peaceful snowy winter morning” to “what in the bleepity bleep bleep is happening”? Discover a burst pipe. You have to: Find the pipe. Try to remember where the heck the water shut-off valve is. Clean up the mess. Figure out how to fix the problem. Explain to your kids why their long-anticipated family sledding adventure has to be postponed. It can take so much time, energy, and money to repair a frozen or
How To Effectively Unclog Your Drains
If you’ve ever had a clogged drain, you know what a pain it can be. It’s not just the inconvenience—it’s also the smell. If you’ve ever been stuck in your shower with a backed-up drain, you know it’s hard to enjoy yourself when inhaling a cloud of stink. But don’t worry. We’re here today—to help you deal with those pesky clogged drains. We’ll walk you through how to effectively unclog your drains so that they’re clear and ready for use
Plumbing Hacks You Should Know
Plumbing problems don’t always happen at the most convenient time. And when there’s a leak or a burst pipe, it can be difficult to know what to do. Dealing with plumbing issues can be a frustrating and costly experience. You don’t think about plumbing hacks until something goes wrong, and then you’re presented with an issue that appears overwhelming. Then you’re stuck with the choice of hiring a professional plumber or attempting to fix it yourself. While it’s always advisable to
What Causes The Sewer To Fail
You’re sitting there, minding your own business, when suddenly you hear a loud noise from the bathroom. You rush in to find that the sewer has backed up, and your entire house is flooded with water. What happened? Was it something you did? Was it a natural disaster? The answer may surprise you. Sewer systems are designed to move wastewater from homes and businesses away from those structures and into treatment plants. When the system fails, wastewater backs up into
How Do I Know if My Sewer Line is Clogged?
A clogged sewer line is a red flag for bigger problems. If left alone, a small clog grows into a big clog, and the bigger the clog, the bigger the
What to Do When Your Water Heater Leaks
Water dripping from a hot water heater is a bad sign. Hot water heaters work in our homes all day without a second thought. Sometimes a leak can go on
How to Know When It’s Time for a New Toilet
Toilets go through a lot. It’s no surprise that eventually our toilets need to be replaced. In fact, most professionals recommend swapping out your toilet once every 10 to 15