Has this ever happened to you? You wake up in the morning, go to the bathroom to wash your face, and… water won’t come out of your faucet. It’s certainly not the way you want to start your day, but what can you do? Why is your sink not working? There could be a number of reasons. Here are some step-by-step … [Read more...]
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How to Use Plumber’s Tape for Leaks
You can use different kinds of plumbing repair tape to solve different plumbing leak problems. Use pipe thread tape, sometimes called “Teflon” or “Plumber’s” pipe, to fix leaking pipe joints. Use silicone, sometimes called “self-amalgamating,” “self-fusing,” or “leak repair” tape, to fix hairline cracks or other … [Read more...]
How to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger
Ideally, when a toilet clogs you’ll grab the nearest flange plunger and clear things up in a minute or two. But what do you do when your toilet’s clogged and there’s no plunger? Maybe you just moved into a new place. Maybe you’re at your plunger-less friend’s house. Are there ways to unclog a toilet beyond the … [Read more...]
Why Do I Have a Clogged Sewer Line?
A main sewer line clog is probably the biggest plumbing-related problem you could face. A clogged sewer drain essentially paralyzes your entire plumbing system because there is nowhere for wastewater to go. Everything hinges on breaking up that clog. Plumbing emergencies are scary enough when they don’t involve human … [Read more...]
9 Unusual Things to Put in the Dishwasher
Household Hacks to Help You Get The Most Out of Your Dishwasher and Make Life Easier Dishwasher vs. hand washing - which is better? When it comes to efficiency and killing bacteria, the dishwasher wins. To kill most bacteria, water must reach a scalding 140° Fahrenheit. That temperature is easily reached in a … [Read more...]
How to Improve Your Water Heater’s Efficiency: A 5-Step Guide
Did you know that nearly 20% of your home's energy bill comes from simply heating up your water? Heating water requires more energy usage than almost any other household task (except for heating and cooling your whole home.) With costs that high, you’ll feel it even more if your water heater efficiency is less than … [Read more...]
How Do Tankless Water Heaters Work? Your Guide to On Demand Hot Water Systems
When you picture a traditional water heater, the first thing you probably think of is its tank. A conventional water heater consists of a storage tank that holds its heating components and a reservoir of hot water for when you need it. The tank is the part of the fixture that needs the most maintenance. If your water … [Read more...]
Why is My Water Heater Leaking: Your Guide to Common Causes of a Busted Water Heater
Nobody likes standing in their basement, ankle-deep in cold water as they wonder “why is my water heater leaking?” Or suddenly feeling water dripping on their head from the ceiling while lounging on the couch. The last thing you want is a busted water heater causing water damage to your carpet, photos, comic … [Read more...]
How to Use a Snake for Plumbing
If you’re dealing with a clog too stubborn for a plunger but you’re not ready to throw in the towel yet, a manual drain snake may be your best bet. A plumber’s snake or drain auger is a tool that “snakes” down into pipes to remove clogs. Snaking a pipe is the middle ground between plunging and calling in the big … [Read more...]
How to Choose A Water Heater
Newer water heater technology means better energy savings and water savings for your home. The National Appliance Energy Conservation Act of 2015 regulates high efficiency standards for all residential tank-type gas, electric, oil and tankless gas water heaters manufactured in the U.S. Upgrading your old water … [Read more...]
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