Accidentally Put Dish Soap in the Dishwasher? Here’s What You Do Next
Mistakes happen. We’ve all had those “why did I do that?” moments. If you ever find yourself in a situation where you accidentally run the dishwasher with dish soap instead of dish detergent, don’t worry – we’ve seen it before. And we have tips on…
5 Reasons Your Toilet Has Weak Flush
Sometimes your mighty porcelain throne flows less like Niagara Falls and more like a lazy river. That’s a fancy way of saying your toilet has a weak flush, which can be frustrating, embarrassing, and even messy. But don’t worry because in this article, we’re here…
Don’t Ignore These 6 Signs of a Problem With Your Sewer Line
The sewer line is out of sight, but it shouldn’t be out of mind for homeowners. If you’re not familiar with the sewer line, it’s the pipe that transports all your home’s wastewater (anything that goes down a drain) to the municipal sewer main that…
Causes and Fixes of Rusty Hot Water
No one expects to see brown or discolored water when they turn on the hot water faucet of their tub, shower, or sink. But, when this happens, it’s easy to ask what could have caused it and how to prevent it from ever happening again. …
What to Know About Pipe Bursting for Sewer Line Replacement
When you hear the words “pipe” and “bursting” together in the same sentence, it’s typically not for good news. However, there’s an instance where these words together could actually be beneficial. We’re referring to pipe bursting to replace an old or broken sewer line. How…
No Time to Waste – When to Call For Emergency Plumbing Service
It’s better to be safe than sorry. That saying is true in many aspects of life, including plumbing. As a homeowner, it’s essential to know the difference between minor plumbing issues and urgent problems that need professional attention right away. A few common reasons for…
Clogged Kitchen Sink? Here Are 4 Easy Fixes to Try
Clogged kitchen sinks are the worst. Just watching that dirty water sitting there is enough to throw up your hands and avoid the kitchen, hoping the problem will fix itself (it won’t). There are a few simple, lost-cost methods for unclogging a kitchen sink, including…
4 Reasons You Shouldn’t Connect a Sump Pump to the Sewer Line
When it comes to plumbing, there can be a fine line between finding the easiest solution and exploiting a shortcut. An example that comes to mind is the method for discharging a sump pump. Some homeowners connect their sump pump to a nearby drain and…
