We all know that household leaks happen, and surprisingly often. What we often don’t seem to know is why they happen. If you didn’t damage your pipe, then why should it start leaking all of a sudden? Are your pipes faulty? Is the leak a sign of something gone horribly wrong? Luckily, the answer to each of these … [Read more...]
How Do You Caulk a Tub?
Mold can and will grow in any humid environment. Case in point: bathrooms. Even with the best ventilation systems available, it’s all too easy for mold to begin developing. When it does, you shouldn't leave it alone. Unchecked mold can lead to respiratory problems and other illnesses, especially for those who are … [Read more...]
How Do You Install a Toilet?
Unfortunately, toilets don't last forever. Whether your toilet has stopped functioning, has started leaking, or is simply too large a drain (get it?) on your water bill, replacing an old toilet with a more efficient model can be a great way to update your bathroom. When it comes time to install a new toilet, it’s … [Read more...]
How Can I Make My Pipes Last Longer?
Your pipes are operating nonstop, all day, every day. Whenever you brush your teeth, flush the toilet, wash dishes, run the washing machine, or shower, your pipes are working. That's a lot of water to move, and a lot of work to do! All that water and work can wear out your pipes. Over time, they can thin out, start … [Read more...]
8 Questions to Ask Before an In-ground Pool Installation
It has been estimated that there are just over ten million residential swimming pools in the United States. Of those, over one million are found in California. If you've ever seen Joseph Lee's, "Big Atlas of LA Pools," you'll know that there are forty-three thousand of those pools in the Los Angeles Basin … [Read more...]
What is Water Hammer?
It's not unusual to hear the metal pipes in your home plumbing make loud banging noises when you turn off the water intakes. Unfortunately, this sound, commonly referred to as “water hammer,” isn’t just annoying. Water hammer is potentially dangerous and could hurt your plumbing system. Referred to in technical circles … [Read more...]
How to Prepare Your Home’s Plumbing for a New Baby
Congratulations! If you’re reading this, there’s probably a little bundle of joy coming into your life soon. You’ve probably read everything there is to know about caring for newborns and you’re thirsty for even more information. After all, there’s no such thing as too much preparation when it comes to your … [Read more...]
How Can I Prevent Sewage Back-Up?
Ask 10 homeowners what their biggest plumbing-related fear is, and 9 out of 10 will say the same thing: sewage back-up. Plumbing emergencies are scary enough when they don’t involve human waste. Unfortunately (and we hate to be the bearer of this news here)… sometimes they do. Fortunately, the really scary … [Read more...]
How to Fix a Loose Toilet Handle
When your toilet handle is too loose, it tends to wiggle or feel slack when you try to use it. Not only are loose toilet handles annoying, but they may also affect how well your toilet functions… even though there’s nothing wrong with the toilet itself! Luckily, loose toilet handles are a very minor toilet … [Read more...]
How to Replace a Showerhead
Replacing a shower head is a do-it-yourself plumbing project that most homeowners can successfully tackle. Maybe you want to upgrade to a new, eco-friendly water-saving shower head. Maybe you want to add some style with a LED shower head. Or maybe your shower head is old and deteriorated and you just need a new one. … [Read more...]
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