by Jose | Sep 5, 2021 | Plumbing, Water Systems
The contamination of the Flint Water supply is just the most glaring of water contamination in the United States. The vast number of old septic systems threaten the environment and the safe drinking water for its residents. Climate change has raised water tables and...
by Jose | Aug 1, 2021 | Plumbing
The one thing that can totally ruin a lovely vacation is a home plumbing problem or outright emergency while you are away. With that in mind, take advantage of this plumbing pre-vacation checklist before your next trip. Turn off the main water valve into the house....
by Jose | Aug 1, 2021 | Plumbing
When buying a house, we typically assume that the plumbing system is intact and functional. In fact, we usually have an inspection report that verifies this, so we seldom give it a second thought. We may have in mind changing the style of the kitchen or bathrooms and...
by Jose | Jul 1, 2021 | Water Systems
Home water softeners come in a wide variety of sizes, systems, and prices. A basic comparison of systems can help narrow down your choices to determine the best installation for your home. Salt-based Softeners Also called ion-exchange systems, salt-based softeners are...
by Jose | Jul 1, 2021 | Water Systems
You may have been told your home has hard water and that you’d benefit from a water softener. What exactly is a water softener? What does it do? How do you know if you need one? Is a water softener the same as a water filter? Here’s what you need to know. Hard Water...
