Sink and shower drains are easily clogged from debris, food and hair. In particular, when there are ladies in the household, expect a shower drain or bathroom drain to collect longer hair. Buildup in kitchen drains is more of the food and grease variety. Renters, homeowners and landlords can benefit from learning how to address a clogged drain themselves before turning to the services of a professional plumber. Understand more on how slow and clogged drains can be avoided and resolved. Prevent a Clogged Drain Those using kitchen sinks should never pour grease, cooking oil into a drain. Avoid
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Monthly Archives July 2016
Tired Of Cold Showers? Tankless Water Heaters Might Be Your Solution
If you’ve had it with getting stuck in a lukewarm shower at the end of a long day, you might be considering a tankless water heater as the solution to your water heater woes. If you’ve got a bit of money to invest in your plumbing and your not afraid of a few electrical modifications, a tankless water heater can definitely be a great investment in your home, with the added benefit of increased storage space and reduced electrical costs over the long run. The lure of having endless hot water on demand—not to mention your closet space back,
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3 Common Plumbing Problems that You Can Fix
Routine maintenance is necessary for sinks, drains and more in any home. Emergency plumbing visits can become costly and it is well worth the effort to learn to identify and resolve common plumbing problems yourself. There are plumbing tasks that can be managed by homeowners and renters. Learn more about 3 issues commonly found in residential properties. 1. A Leaking Faucet Leaking Faucets is one of the most annoying issues that can occur in a home. The drip, drip, drip of water can be irritating to anyone attempting to fall asleep on a quiet evening. Individuals interested in green
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How to Troubleshoot Your Garbage Disposal
Ah, the garbage disposal. Such a lifesaver when you need to get rid of yucky gunk that shouldn’t go in the garbage or the compost; a true modern convenience. But you know what’s not convenient? When those pesky disposals get stuck, jammed or just plain stop working altogether. Luckily, fixing a garbage disposal may not be as difficult as you think. While some cases do require expert help, you can actually do a lot to troubleshoot your garbage disposal yourself. Let’s talk about how to fix your own garbage disposal safely and easily. 1. Check the Power Source First
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