Why Is Water Backing Up in My Bathtub When I Flush My Toilet?
The scenario: When you try to flush the toilet, it doesn’t flush and water comes up in the tub. The water in both places goes down after few minutes. The most likely cause: A partial sewer line clog in your bathroom’s drain. Let’s look at how a sewer clog causes this problem and what you […]
The #1 Killer of a Hot Water Heater
Do you want your hot water heater to last 10+ years? If so, you need to prevent the tank from rusting and forming leaks. (Once you have a leak, you might as well replace the tank.) Do you know what causes rust and water leaks that lead to your water heater’s downfall? Neglect. Most homeowners just don’t […]
Preventing Frozen Pipes
Cold temps and high winds resulting in a low wind chill is the major cause of frozen pipes in the wall. The second leading cause is homes not being occupied and losing heat. Frozen plumbing can be more than a temporary inconvenience. Frozen pipes can cause major damage when the pipe thaws and the water […]