In these troubling times, hygiene is more important than ever. That’s why we want to make sure that everyone has working plumbing, especially at this time. Whenever you have a clog or a leak, it is important to take a few important steps before you call a plumber and while you are waiting for them to arrive.
Clogged Drain/BackUps
If you have a drain backing up on you, it is important to not try to do anything about the clog on your own. Try to contain the liquid and matter coming up out of the drain, as any area it touches will need to be completely disinfected before touching or using the surface. Continue reading “What to Do in Emergency Plumbing Situations”
It seems whenever there is a national crisis, panic buying ensues. This month, we have seen a panic buy of toilet paper. If you are one of the unlucky few that is out of toilet paper and can’t find any to buy at a reasonable price, you’re probably using substitutes. Using substitutes for toilet paper is fine, but flushing them is not. Here’s what you need to know.
Having a pipe burst, become punctured, or wear a hole can be devastating to your home. If you do not act quickly, broken water pipes and their leaks can cause structural damage to your home. It can also ruin your belongings and home décor. Having a water leak is also dangerous for your family, especially if you have small children in the house.
Are you in the market for a new water heater? If your water heater is nearing the end of its life, or if it has already quit working, you’ll need to make sure you get a new one right away. Most people have a standard water heater in their home, but that doesn’t mean it’s what you have to stick to. You can switch to a more efficient water heater if you would like. Here are some of the most common types of water heaters you can choose from.
All of the waste water from your toilets and drains goes through one sewer pipe that takes the waste and water to the city’s sewer system. When this sewer line becomes clogged or broken, it can cause a number of things to happen around your home. Here are some signs that you might need sewer repair.
Drains do clog from time to time, and it may seem as though there is nothing you can do to ensure that doesn’t happen. Yet there are some things that you can do to keep your drains clean and make it less likely that they will clog. These methods will also help keep your drains free from bad odors. 
It happens to the best of homeowners, especially those living in older homes. The sewer line is the pipe that all of your home’s wastewater must travel through to enter the city’s sewer system. If that line becomes clogged, cracked, or otherwise nonfunctioning, it can cause significant problems in your home. None of your plumbing will work correctly if you have a sewer line problem. 
You may think that because your water is filtered and treated before it comes into your home that you don’t really need a water filtration system. However, even if you get your water from a treatment plant, you probably have impurities and chemicals in your water. This can cause problems with drinking water as well as cleaning your body and your home. Here are three reasons to consider getting a water filtration and softening system.
When you become a homeowner, you take on the responsibility for all of the repairs in your home. This is one reason some people prefer to rent. When you take on these repair projects, it can be helpful to have some professionals to turn to. Plumbers are a professional service that you will have to take advantage of at some point. It is a good idea to have a plumber in mind before any problems occur. Before choosing what plumber to add to your list of emergency contacts, ask them these three important questions.
Most people do not plan ahead for emergencies. You already know that if you have a true emergency, you need to call 911. You might have a plan for dealing with natural disasters, especially if you have already lived through one. But most people don’t plan for plumbing emergencies. Nearly every homeowner will cope with a plumbing emergency at least once. Here’s how you can be prepared for any plumbing emergency.