Plumbing Tips and Advice (147)
How Much Water are Those Drips Around the Home Really Wasting?
Have you ever wondered how much water those little drips and slow leaks around your home are wasting? Here are some eye-opening statistics about household water leaks in the U.S. Leaks can account for more than 10,000 gallons of water wasted every year in the average household, or the amount of water needed to wash […]
Read MoreThe ABCs of Plumbing – How a Garbage Disposal Works
The under sink kitchen garbage disposal is a wonderful time saving device that reduces the amount of trash in landfills and makes cleaning up in the kitchen a much more pleasant activity. But how does a garbage disposal actually work? A common misconception is that a disposal is simply a powerful blender that uses spinning […]
Read MoreChoosing a Low-Flow Toilet
Toilets account for a large proportion of the water usedin the average home. When replacing existing toilets it makes sense to check the gallons-per-flush to save water. You’ll save money on your utility bill, and you help preserve our most precious natural resource. High Efficiency Toilets Low-flow toilets, or high-efficiency toilets (HET), have become more […]
Read MoreThe ABCs of Plumbing – How Toilets Work
Every home has a least one, and we don’t usually think about how much we depend on them until something goes wrong. So how does a toilet work? It’s a simple process that involved three main parts, including: Flush mechanism Bowl siphon Refill mechanism The flush mechanism is activated by a handle that is connected to […]
Read MoreBig Changes are Coming to Water Heaters – What You Need to Know
The U.S. Department of Energy has put into effect new regulations that require all manufacturers of water heaters to meet a higher energy factor (EF) rating. Based on the new requirements, there will be significant changes to water heaters manufactured after April 15, 2015. This includes gas, oil, electric water heaters. Tankless water heaters already […]
Read MorePreventing Drain Disasters During the Holidays
The holidays can be particularly demanding on your home’s plumbing system, and especially drains. With the extra demands brought on by holiday visitors and large meals, the risk of clogs increases significantly. Here are some tips to avoid drain problems during the holidays. 1. Deep frying your turkey this year? Remember to never dispose of […]
Read MoreThe Hazards of Chemical Drain Cleaners In The Home Featured
Household drain cleaners are among the most dangerous chemicals found in American households. They can not only be dangerous to your family’s health, but can also damage your home’s plumbing system. Chemical drain cleaners are available in several forms. Alkaline drain openers contain sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide. Acidic drain cleaners contain concentrated sulphuric acid. […]
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