Sure trees look amazing in the backyard. When planting them, you probably didn’t think that few years down the line, they might have an adverse impact on your plumbing system. After a few years of growth, tree roots can easily make their way under your home’s foundation, to the sewer lines and lead to some […]

Nobody likes to see water leaking from the toilet or the sink. Not only is this a waste, but you’ll be left to clean the kitchen or bathroom. Homeowners don’t try and fix this issue quickly, thinking it’s only a waste of water. However, this is the reason for your exorbitant monthly energy bill and […]

Homeowners can potentially avoid costly water damage (including mildew and mold buildup) by installing a simple sump pump. There are many sump pumps available in the market, some with simple design and working ability while others that have commercial or industrial strength. Objective of sump pump installation is the same, i.e. pushing collected water out […]

There was a time when residential plumbing only consisted of plumbing systems made from metal, ceramic and concrete materials. These pipes required hours of laborious installation and maintenance work. They had to be threaded or welded before becoming useful and often required installation of sensitive compression fittings.

About 89.3% of U.S. homes have hard water according to a United States Geological survey. No doubt water is a precious resource– we conduct our household duties with it, use it in cooking and washing clothes, drink and even water plants. However do all types of water hold the same importance for homeowners? Does hard […]

Every homeowner faces a plumbing emergency once in a while. Imagine waking up in the middle of night to find water pooling on the bathroom floor… Such incidences incite panic and you’re left trying to find ways to solve the problems. Oftentimes, the cause of a particular plumbing issue isn’t obvious, which makes it even […]

Pets are our loyal companions—cheering us up with their shenanigans. Cats, dogs, guinea pigs, —all our cutesy friends have a furry little problem that can cause trouble in paradise. Their hair and fur, while soft and warm, can go down the drain, clogging the entire plumbing system. It is possible and is more frequent than […]

The trend of do-it-yourself home projects is taking the country by storm. When it comes to house plumbing, most people are tempted to fix things on their own. But, we’ve seen enough cases to recommend against it. When a trained and experienced plumber takes care of the installations and/ or fixing tasks, they make it […]

Imagine taking a nice, long, hot shower; then encountering a hefty heating bill thereafter. You probably regret spending so much time under the shower now… Water heating constitutes a major part of your heating bill. If you’ve consistently been paying huge sums, it could be because of water heating.

Holiday season gives us all a break from the stress of year round work and troubles. It gives us time to kick back and spend time with our relatives. While members of the family may all live and work in different parts of the country, they all gather in one place to celebrate the season’s […]