There are certainly worse things in the world than a toilet that runs when it shouldn’t. However, the sound can be very annoying, and the toilet is wasting water. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to diagnose what’s wrong with the toilet,… Read More
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Hot water energy savings
One way of saving money and reducing energy usage is to reduce the amount of hot water you use in your home. You can find some ways of doing so here. One basic method of reducing wasted water is to… Read More
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Low-flow showers save and deliver
In our last post, we looked at low-flow toilets. Now, let’s turn to low-flow showerheads. Like low-flow toilets, low-flow showerheads help the environment by reducing the amount water used. This page offers a helpful guide to low-flow showerheads. Two measurements… Read More
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How low-flow toilets work
The advent of low-flow toilets was greeted with a lot of skepticism, and the first low-flow toilets lived down to the expectations of many. Multiple flushes were needed to do the job. Now manufacturers of low-flow toilets have corrected these… Read More
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Planning your bathroom addition
If you’re planning to add a bathroom to your home, you’re concerned with a lot more than just plumbing. However, plumbing is a major component of the addition that you’ll need to plan for early on. This page offers some… Read More
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Some additional thoughts
If you’re thinking about an addition for your home, you’re juggling a lot of considerations, plans, and designs. Unfortunately, this article adds a couple more to keep in mind. Here’s what you need to know about plumbing. If you’re adding… Read More
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Backflow testing for the winter
Back in August, we talked about the importance of backflow testing to keep your drinking water safe. With the onslaught of winter weather and cold temperatures, it’s more important than ever to have your backflow prevention devices tested. This article… Read More
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4 steps for finding a reputable plumber
Whether you’re new to an area, a first-time homeowner, or have just never gotten around to it, you need to identify a plumber you’ll be able to call on for leaks, clogs, and any other problems with your pipes. This… Read More
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Plumbing emergency tips
This article has some good advice on how to prepare for plumbing emergencies. The one addition we’d add is just contact us. Although there is a premium for emergency service as the article indicates, we do not gouge our customers. … Read More
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Do you need a new septic system?
Your septic system may fall into the “out of sight, out of mind” category of things around your home, but if your system is leaky or full, it’s a big problem that you’ll need to take care of right away…. Read More