You want your bathroom to like nice, but you also want it tough enough to withstand the constant use your family puts it through. And sure, if you install more durable materials, you’re going to pay a little more to do so. On the flip side, your bathroom remodel will provide added longevity and prevent […]

We ask a lot of our bathrooms. They need to withstand morning chaos, bath time tantrums, large weekend gatherings, and middle of the night tummy aches – all while being fashionable, functional, and easy to clean. To accomplish all that, you need your surfaces and finishes to be tough as nails while being gentle on […]

Even if you have a gas water heater, chances are you have an electric clothes dryer. And that begs the question: are you missing out by not switching to a gas clothes dryer, too? The truth is, plenty of people aren’t even aware of gas clothes dryers. Even among those who are, many or on […]

Water conservation isn’t just about saving the planet and ensuring there’s plenty of potable water for future generations. It’s about saving you money, too, and in ways maybe you haven’t ever considered. Nationally, for example, water bills have risen more than 33% since 2010, and nearly 14% of your average water bill is attributed running […]

A leaking water pipe is much more than an annoyance. If left unchecked, it can cause considerable damage to your home, not to mention a great deal of wasted water. And while you most likely need professional help to repair or replace the pipe, there are several things you can do on your own to […]

If you’re “not so much” the handy type, at least where plumbing is concerned, this blog is for you. New or established, there are just certain things you’ll do well to know to help prevent problems from occurring, or at least from getting any worse.  So, let’s give it a whirl: Shutting off your water […]

Not all plumbing problems require you to call up the Coast Guard, or whatever your first instinct might be when a problem arises at home that involves water. Some simply aren’t as pressing as others, and may not even require the care of a professional plumber. But, for all those problems that do require an […]

Winter may have its finer points, but they’re often misplaced when it’s time to remove snow from driveways, sidewalks, and even rooftops.  That’s when winter is more about sore muscles, achy backs, and frostbitten toes. Even if you’re lucky enough to own a snow blower, plowing through a foot (or more!) of heavy, packed snow […]

Most of us don’t worry about home water leaks from cracked or broken pipes. Goodness knows you have enough on your plate already. Still, what if you were to come home one day only to find your basement or bathroom flooded? Not because of incoming water from a rainstorm, but rather from water leaking from […]

You can probably know your home’s square footage, the approximate size of each room, and the best restaurants within a 2-mile radius.  But do you know your town’s policy regarding signage or your exact property line? If not, you’re not alone since, often, it’s an issue that rarely if ever arises.  Still, the more you […]