Plumbing and HVACR Blog
Touch and Motion Activated Faucets
Covid and the pandemic have given rise to a heightened awareness of the transmission of disease. Awareness of risk factors in disease spread has increased, and people have embraced technologies that make them feel safer. Some of these surfaces that pose a risk are the…
Why Isn’t My Garbage Disposal Working?
Sometimes it seems as if appliances stop working as part of some evil plot to ruin your day. Not true, of course! Your cranky garbage disposal probably just needs a little attention and TLC. Let’s take a look at the problem. Clogged Disposal You flip the power switch…
Make your Home ‘Smarter’
The new year is a great time to upgrade and enhance your home with the newest technologies on the market. Here are some ‘smart’ choices for your home water system, kitchen, and bathroom. Water Monitoring If you haven’t already done so, consider installing a smart…
Window Heat Pumps: A Great Solution for Small Spaces
As you know, the major benefits of home heat pumps are: Lower utility bills Reduced greenhouse gases for the environment However, a traditional installed heat pump may not suit your budget or the smaller space you’d like to heat. If that’s the case, consider…
Water Heaters and Climate Change
Before you replace your gas water heater, consider converting it to electric. Since 2019, cities such as Berkeley, San Francisco, and New York have banned gas stoves and water heaters in new construction, in an effort to minimize the greenhouse gases that contribute…
Tankless Toilets: Pros and Cons
If you’re building a new home or modernizing your current bathroom with a stunning glass-walled shower, you may be seriously considering installing a tankless toilet. There’s no question that tankless toilets are a sleek, elegant design statement. However, these…
How Do I Get Rid of the Sewer Smell in my House?
A noxious sewer smell in your home is not just annoying and embarrassing – it can also be harmful to your health and safety. Sewer gas can be caused by various plumbing issues—some easily fixable, some requiring a professional plumber. A product of decaying…
Renewable Energy and You
With all the recent talk of ‘renewable energy,’ you may be wondering if this is something you should consider for your home. Still, you may not be sure of exactly what renewable energy is, what benefits it has to offer, or how to go about converting, adapting, or…
Rainwater Harvesting in California
As a California resident, you’re more than familiar with droughts and water shortages. Maybe you’ve thought about installing a rainwater collection system to maintain your vegetable garden or even considered capturing water for indoor uses such as toilets and washing…
Converting your Tub to a Roomy Shower Stall
How great would it be to have a roomy, beautifully designed shower stall instead of that old, hard-to-clean bathtub! If this thought has crossed your mind, you’re not alone. According to the American Institute of Architects, the tubless bathroom has never been more…
Touch and Motion Activated Faucets
Covid and the pandemic have given rise to a heightened awareness of the transmission of disease. Awareness of risk factors in disease spread has increased, and people have embraced technologies that make them feel safer. Some of these surfaces that pose a risk are the…
Why Isn’t My Garbage Disposal Working?
Sometimes it seems as if appliances stop working as part of some evil plot to ruin your day. Not true, of course! Your cranky garbage disposal probably just needs a little attention and TLC. Let’s take a look at the problem. Clogged Disposal You flip the power switch…
Make your Home ‘Smarter’
The new year is a great time to upgrade and enhance your home with the newest technologies on the market. Here are some ‘smart’ choices for your home water system, kitchen, and bathroom. Water Monitoring If you haven’t already done so, consider installing a smart…
Window Heat Pumps: A Great Solution for Small Spaces
As you know, the major benefits of home heat pumps are: Lower utility bills Reduced greenhouse gases for the environment However, a traditional installed heat pump may not suit your budget or the smaller space you’d like to heat. If that’s the case, consider…
Water Heaters and Climate Change
Before you replace your gas water heater, consider converting it to electric. Since 2019, cities such as Berkeley, San Francisco, and New York have banned gas stoves and water heaters in new construction, in an effort to minimize the greenhouse gases that contribute…
Tankless Toilets: Pros and Cons
If you’re building a new home or modernizing your current bathroom with a stunning glass-walled shower, you may be seriously considering installing a tankless toilet. There’s no question that tankless toilets are a sleek, elegant design statement. However, these…
How Do I Get Rid of the Sewer Smell in my House?
A noxious sewer smell in your home is not just annoying and embarrassing – it can also be harmful to your health and safety. Sewer gas can be caused by various plumbing issues—some easily fixable, some requiring a professional plumber. A product of decaying…
Renewable Energy and You
With all the recent talk of ‘renewable energy,’ you may be wondering if this is something you should consider for your home. Still, you may not be sure of exactly what renewable energy is, what benefits it has to offer, or how to go about converting, adapting, or…
Rainwater Harvesting in California
As a California resident, you’re more than familiar with droughts and water shortages. Maybe you’ve thought about installing a rainwater collection system to maintain your vegetable garden or even considered capturing water for indoor uses such as toilets and washing…
Converting your Tub to a Roomy Shower Stall
How great would it be to have a roomy, beautifully designed shower stall instead of that old, hard-to-clean bathtub! If this thought has crossed your mind, you’re not alone. According to the American Institute of Architects, the tubless bathroom has never been more…