A Pre-Vacation Plumbing Checklist

A Pre-Vacation Plumbing Checklist

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....
When Should I Replace My Home Plumbing?

When Should I Replace My Home 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...
Don’t Flush Those Wipes!

Don’t Flush Those Wipes!

The pandemic has affected our health, our ability to eat at our favorite restaurants, the frequency with which we can visit friends and family, and so much more. But who knew it was also affecting our sewers and septic systems? During the pandemic, people have bought...

Know When to Replace your Toilet

Toilets don’t last forever! Even if your old toilet is still functioning, it may not be working efficiently, and replacing it could go a long way toward reducing your water bill. However, efficiency aside, there comes a time when the toilet needs to be replaced to...
Greywater Uses and Technologies

Greywater Uses and Technologies

Greywater is the term applied to water that has been used in the home for washing. Dishwater, shower or tub water, sink water, and laundry water are the most prevalent sources of greywater. Any household wastewater other than toilet water qualifies for this...
Tips on Caring for your Air Conditioning System

Tips on Caring for your Air Conditioning System

Always contact a professional technician if your air conditioning system needs repair rather than routine maintenance. You can count on your tech to check and remediate problems such as insufficient refrigerant, refrigerant leaks, duct leakage in your central system,...
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