Is Your Water Heater Dirty? How Sediment Can Ruin Your Water Heater

Posted on 20 July 2023

If you haven't had your water heater flushed in a while, it's time to call a plumber. Over time, sediment builds up inside the tank. While sediment buildup is a common problem, it can have an adverse effect on your water heater. If you're hearing a popping sound coming from the inside of your water heater, you need to call a plumber right away. That popping sound is a sign that sediment is breaking up inside the tank. [Read More]

Fixing Sediment Buildup In Your Water Heater

Posted on 6 July 2023

Sediment buildup is a common problem in water heaters that can lead to various issues, such as running out of hot water or even the premature failure of the unit.  Over time, minerals and debris present in the water supply settle at the bottom of the tank, forming sediment. Fortunately, there are effective ways to address sediment buildup and restore the optimal performance of your water heater. Here's what you need to know about sediment in your water heater. [Read More]

2 Signs You Need To Have A New Water Heater Installed In Your House

Posted on 6 July 2023

When you have an old water heater in your home, you may wonder if it is time to get a new one. However, because it still produces hot water, you may feel that you can wait a few more years since you believe it is working as it should.  While the appliance may still be producing enough hot water, there could be problems with the tank that cannot be repaired. Below are a couple of signs that it may be time to purchase a new water heater and have a professional install it in your home. [Read More]

Residential Drain Cleaning - Useful Tricks You Should Know About

Posted on 27 June 2023

Something every homeowner should do as often as they can is clean their drains. Clean drains thwart clogs, foul odors, and expensive plumbing repairs. If you plan to clean your drains, here are some DIY methods for easy, efficient cleaning that you don't have to second-guess. Try Soda For Minor Clogs Some clogs in your residential drains will be minor, meaning they'll be near the surface. That's good news for you because it means you don't necessarily have to use technical equipment or involved cleaning procedures. [Read More]

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On this blog, you're going to find some articles about toilets. Now that we've been upfront about that, we can tell you a bit more about the blog's actual topic: plumbing. Yes, the plumbing industry can get a little gross sometimes, especially when dealing with waste and waste pipes. We don't plan to shy away from those topics on this blog. However, we'll write about less-gross plumbing topics, too. There will be plenty of articles about faucets, sinks, tubs, clean water pipes, and spigots. We hope you read both the gross articles and those on cleaner topics. It should be fun!

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