Do not put dish soap in your dishwasher. The difference between dish soap and dishwashing detergent is that dishwashing detergent does NOT create suds, but dish soap does. The idea of a dishwasher overflowing with bubbles might paint a funny picture but, it’s also big, messy problem. Putting dish soap in a … [Read more...]
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How Mike Diamond Clears a Sewer Line Infographic
If tree roots or other debris get into your sewer line, the resulting backup can be a huge (and smelly) inconvenience. A clog in your drain line could bring your whole plumbing system to an unpleasant halt. To get the water moving, you need to get into the sewer and clear away the obstruction. Enter the … [Read more...]
How to Seal a Leaking Pipe Joint
When a pipe bursts or an appliance starts to leak, you can’t always afford to wait for a plumber. Water damage will take its toll quickly. Knowing a few basic but important plumbing quick fixes can make a big difference in how you recover from a plumbing disaster. Here are some easy repairs you can perform to … [Read more...]
Why Does My Kitchen Sink Smell Like Sewer?
Do you have a mysterious, unpleasant odor in your kitchen? Something that doesn’t go away, no matter how many times you mop or take out the garbage? Check your kitchen sink. Your kitchen sink might be the hardest working plumbing appliance in your home. If there’s a problem with it, chances are the food you run … [Read more...]
Gas Furnace Maintenance Tips to Keep the Heat Coming
Even if winters don’t exactly get Arctic-cold in Southern California, it doesn’t mean that you want your gas furnace to go out. The best way to avoid potential trouble on those chilly evenings is with regular furnace maintenance. Keeping your furnace clean and in good working order means it's always ready for that … [Read more...]
The Anatomy of Your Home’s Water Heater
Traditional water heaters look like large metal cylinders and are usually located in your basement or closet. While tankless water heaters are becoming more popular, this blog will focus on the workings of the more common traditional tank water heater. Your water heater performs an important task that you probably … [Read more...]
How to Fix Loose Outlets
Since we use electrical outlets nonstop every day, it’s easy to forget how dangerous they can be. All that separates you from the high-voltage electrical currents flowing through your wires is a hard plastic shell. If your outlets ever seem loose, it’s important to perform outlet repair right away. Loose … [Read more...]
How to Fix a Loose Toilet Handle
A loose or wiggly toilet handle can be annoying. A toilet handle not flushing at all is even worse. Luckily, a loose toilet handle is a minor toilet problem and one that’s usually easy to fix. Here’s how you can fix a broken toilet handle, either by tightening or replacing it. How to Tighten a Toilet … [Read more...]
How to Clean Mold in Showers
There are thousands of types of mold. Mold spores travel through the air around us every day. Once these spores settle, they can reproduce in 24-48 hours. All they need is a moisture and oxygen. Bathrooms and showers provide the perfect breeding ground for mold to grow. Unlike mildew, which forms on surfaces, mold … [Read more...]
How to Prevent Power Surges
Los Angeles homes have more electronic devices plugged in and drawing power now than ever before. While modern electrical grids can supply power evenly and safely, power surges can result from several causes outside and inside the home. Every homeowner should understand the basics about power surges and how to prevent … [Read more...]
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