Repairing A Frozen Pipe

Repairing A Frozen Pipe

In just a matter of a month, winter will be upon us. Besides bundling up from the cold and shoveling snow, homeowners sometimes have to deal with the additional task of fixing frozen pipes. Prevention is the Best Medicine The best way to deal with frozen pipes is to...
Plumb It Right!

Plumb It Right!

Plumbing problems are considered to be one of the major problems that each household can experience at least once in a lifetime. Although most would opt to call a professional plumber to do the dirty work for them, most plumbing repairs are actually minor ones that...
Low Flow Toilets… A Love, Hate Relationship

Low Flow Toilets… A Love, Hate Relationship

This will come as no surprise, but were you aware that most owners of new homes are unhappy with their low-flow toilets? Since 1992, when the U.S. government mandated the low flows, we Americans have been subjected to considerably less flushing power…about half...
Plumbing Problems May Require A Plumbing Contractor

Plumbing Problems May Require A Plumbing Contractor

Plumbing is something everyone must deal with, whether finding a plumbing contractor for new construction, a remodeling project, or just providing plumbing repair. When Do I Need to Call a Plumbing Contractor? Some common problems found with plumbing include: Rattling...
Plumbing Basics – Installing A Bathtub

Plumbing Basics – Installing A Bathtub

Installing a bathtub isn’t exactly rocket science, but it does require solid plumbing, carpentry, and sometimes, tiling skills. Replacing an old bathtub with a new one is also a moderately difficult project. If the old tub is readily accessible, the project can...
Building a New Home? Don’t Take Plumbing for Granted

Building a New Home? Don’t Take Plumbing for Granted

Building a new home means having choices and making decisions. So if you’re planning to build a new home, be prepared to spend an endless number of hours looking at options and making final selections. When it comes to cabinets, faucets, light fixtures, and...