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The Importance Of Finding Your Water Shutoff Valves

If you find a major leak in your household plumbing, immediately contacting a plumber is likely the first thing that comes to mind. However, if your home is flooding, shutting off your home's main water valve is the very first action you must take. Unfortunately, not many homeowners know where it is. Read more »

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How To Extend The Life Of Your Plumbing System

When you own a home, you are responsible for fixing any problems that occur. Therefore, it's best to focus on prevention. This is especially true when it concerns your plumbing system. In this article, we share some simple strategies that can go a long way towards stress-free home ownership with your plumbing system. Read more »

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Should You Insulate Your Water Pipes?

Many homeowners are already planning how they will get through the winter. For example, they may install new insulation throughout their walls and attic. It is a wise strategy, but it may not be enough. Think about winter-proofing your water pipes as well. If part of your plumbing system is exposed, consider insulating these sections. Read more »

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Is It Important To Track How Much Water Your Household Consumes?

Are you aware of your monthly water consumption? Some people go about their daily lives without paying much attention to it. Others are becoming more sensitive to the situation due to financial and ecological concerns. This article discusses the importance of tracking household water consumption and the ways that plumbers can help you with monitoring. Read more »

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Is Your Water Bill Higher Than Normal?

Every household develops its own water usage patterns. Once consumption stabilizes, water bills should become somewhat predictable month after month. If your latest water bill is much higher than you expected, then something must be off. This article discusses some of the possible causes and solutions for a high water bill. Read more »

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Common Issues With Copper Plumbing Pipes

Copper plumbing pipes are very common and offer several advantages to homeowners. It is flexible, durable, safer in natural disasters, and resistant to bacteria and ultraviolet rays. However, several issues may bring about problems that will demand immediate repairs. This article highlights some of those issues to be aware of. Read more »

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How To Prevent Hair From Clogging The Drain

A hair-clogged drain is one of the most common plumbing problems you'll encounter. But hair-clogged drains aren't just irritating. They can cause problems for your drainage and plumbing system that could cost you hundreds of dollars in repairs down the road. This article shares how to prevent your hair from clogging the drain. Read more »

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What To Do When You Drop Something Down The Drain

We've all been there. One moment, we're just washing an item in the sink. Before we know it, the object has fallen down the drain. Even if the item isn't important, you should retrieve it anyway. Any solid object inside the drain can eventually clog it. This article discusses what to do. Read more »

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What To Do If Your Kid Flushes A Toy Down The Toilet

Toddlers might get fixated on the flushing action of the toilet bowl and some may go as far as flushing their own toys down the toilet just to see what happens. It happens more often than you think. This article discusses what to do should you find yourself in this predicament. Read more »

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What To Ask When Buying A Home With A Well Water Filtration System

Rural homes tend to use their own well water system. If you are a home buyer who is interested in a property with a well water filtration system, then you need to ask these questions before signing any deal. Asking these questions will save you from problems later down the road. Read more »