Whether you’re into a relaxing bath or a rejuvenating shower, your bathtub is an important part of your home. A leaking tub is annoying, at best, because it can cause serious damage over time. The most likely problem is either in the faucet, the grout or body, or the drain. There are a few ways...
If you are concerned about the quality of your drinking water, filters are a viable and affordable option. It will give you bottle-quality water straight from the tap. However, home water purification systems are available in a wide variety of set-ups. And knowing the best one for your home can be difficult. While top-of-the-line drinking...
The average cost to install a tankless water heater is $1,782. Homeowners find themselves spending between $959 and $2,739, depending on the model and factors like labor. The typical hourly rate for a plumber is $45-$150. Conventional hot water tanks may become a thing of the past considering all the modern-day advances now available. With the innovation of the...
If you have water damage in your home, there’s a series of steps you need to follow to solve your problem. These include identifying the source of the damage, fixing the problem and then dealing with the water damage itself. Finding the Source of Your Water Damage Water damage is not always easy to figure...
Sooner or later, we all have to call a plumber and plumbers can be expensive to hire – there’s just no way around that. However, there are a variety of ways to improve the value you get your money. Save Money on Plumbing Many people make the mistake of shopping for services primarily based on...
If you’re having problems like low water pressure, then it might be time to replace your pipes. Low water pressure can mean that there is corrosion in your current pipes, which could eventually mean holes or leaks that can cause much bigger problems. If you’re building a new home, adding to an existing structure or...
Tired of calling a plumber? Use these tricks to avoid plumbing problems to ward off constant and costly repairs. #1 Insulate Pipes Naturally, pipe insulation is most important in areas where there is the potential for pipes to freeze and burst. The cost of both piping and insulation is tiny relative to the damages when...
Most homeowners are no stranger to common house plumbing problems. While a professional opinion is never a bad thing, not wanting to call a plumber for every little issue is understandable. Your plumbing is a big part of how comfortable your home feels. Small problems like leaky faucets and clogged drains can turn into big...
The days of lead pipe are, luckily, a thing of the past. Over the past several years, a number of alternatives, such as copper, bronze, and iron have filled the role that lead once played in home plumbing. However, one option is starting to look like the clear winner over other materials for home use...
With all the environmental noise in our high-tech society, it’s little wonder that peace and quiet have become highly priced luxuries. Noise ordinances are regularly sought and passed to control everything from the volume of recreational watercraft to the backfire of car engines. In most neighborhoods, residents are restricted from making noise or playing stereos...