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How to Make a Small Bathroom Look Bigger
Your home’s bathrooms should feel spacious, luxurious, and relaxing. It doesn’t have to be a fantasy. You can create an elegant space, even in the tiniest bathrooms, with a few simple design tricks. Read our tips below and see if you can implement them in your bathroom at home. #1: White on White One way
Seven Steps to Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter
Living in California, you might assume that the temperate climate would make frozen pipes a non-issue for most homeowners. However, this is not necessarily the case. The fact is that many homes in warmer parts of the country have pipes that are more exposed and do not have proper insulation, which can actually make them
How to Replace Your Shower Cartridge
Have you ever suddenly been unable to turn off the hot water in your shower? If so, it may be because of a problem with your shower valve cartridge.Your shower cartridge is attached to your shower handle. When you pull the handle to turn on the water on and adjust the temperature, the cartridge slides
21st Century Plumbing: How We’re Using Video and Electronic Leak Detection
Plumbing has been a trade for decades and decades, but that doesn’t mean it hasn’t changed with the times. Plumbers today use sophisticated technology to improve the way we clear clogs, find leaks, and repair pipes. It was less than 20 years ago that the first sensor flush toilets were created, and now the EPA
It’s Not You, It’s Your Toilet: Why Your Toilet May Be The Cause of Your Constant Clogs
A toilet that is constantly getting clogged can be frustrating and embarrassing, but many people simply plunge and move on without fixing the root cause of your problem. Here is a list of potential toilet issues that you should look out for. #1: Bad Flushing Habits One of the most common issues we see with
What Is a Drain Stack?
In every home, there is a vertical pipe that spans the length of your house. This line, which is the primary channel for water and waste systems from floor to floor and across your property, is called a drain stack. How Drain Stacks Work Every drain leading from your sinks, showers, toilets, and other plumbing
How to Tell If Tree Roots Are Clogging Your Pipes
Homeowners that are lucky enough to have trees in their yard know that they require some maintenance. However, what many are not aware of is the effect trees can have on your plumbing system. When spring rolls around and it starts to rain more, or as you water your lawn during summer, that moisture can
What’s Wrong with My Garbage Disposal?
A Basic Guide to DIY Garbage Disposal Diagnostics Is your garbage disposal not working the way it used to? Are you noticing strange new noises or leaks? When something’s wrong with your garbage disposal, it could leave you at a loss for what to do. You can’t always see what’s wrong, and the thought of
What Is Hard Water & How Do I Stop It?
Have you ever noticed that the dishes you take out of the dishwasher have strange, stubborn white spots on them? Does your showerhead or faucet have a crusty white residue on it that’s extremely difficult to remove? Does your food taste strange when you’re done cooking or your laundry feel stiff, rough, and scratchy when
The Risks of Commercial Drain Cleaners
No one likes a clogged drain. You get ready to do the dishes, and water builds up in the sink. It’s frustrating, and it’s understandable to look for a quick fix. But be wary! Drain cleaners may claim to clear any clog, but those commercials don’t mention the potential risks! Drain cleaners aren’t the best
