Blog: Plumbing

“Popcorn” noises are the last thing you’d expect to hear from your water heater.

Your pipes’ life expectancy depends on the type of pipe you have. Learn how to tell what kind of pipe you have and how long it will last...

Nobody wants a plumbing disaster over Thanksgiving. Whether you’re a host or a guest this year, we’ll help you know how to avoid these 3 common plumbing disasters…

Running out of hot water faster than you used to? The problem depends on if the change was gradual or sudden. We’ll explain and show you what to do.

If your hot water is suddenly turning cold quickly, the problem is most likely a bad dip tube. We’ll explain why and what you should do to fix it.

Remember this morning when you stood outside your shower for 40-60 seconds (or longer), waiting for hot water? It’s a common (and annoying) routine that many homeowners would rather do without. 

Here’s the scene: Your guests are happy and full after an excellent holiday meal prepared by yours truly. You give yourself a mental pat on the back as you head to the kitchen to finish cleaning.

These drain flies, also called “moth flies”, are most likely thriving in your home because they’re feeding on decomposing materials stuck in the sides of your drain. 

Wondering why it’s so hard to get your shower temperature just right?