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Garbage disposal systems make it easy for us to process leftovers, peels, and expired food. We just send these down the drain and forget them. Often we also forget to care for the disposal since it is located under the sink -- out of sight, out of mind. The system can thus slowly spiral into ruin without us noticing. Click through to learn immanence tips to keep it running smoothly. Read more »
When the cold, harsh winter is over and spring arrives, many people take advantage of the nice weather to do spring cleaning. If you are a homeowner, your spring cleaning routine should not be limited to just cleaning out the house and the garage. It is also a good time to give your water supply a once over. Plumbing problems can be one of life's biggest hassles. When your plumbing is not functioning properly, it can make everyday tasks extremely difficult, and in some cases, impossible. After the house and garage are cleaned out, there are a few things that you can check with your plumbing. Read more »
Modern bathrooms run the gamut from functional bathrooms with only a few amenities to very sophisticated and upscale bathrooms complete with elaborate showers and gorgeous as well as large soaking tubs. Of course, regardless of your bathroom design, chances are you have at least one shower in your home. Today, many people prefer the convenience of a quick shower, especially when they don't have the time to sit back and relax in the tub. Unfortunately, as with just about anything, there are times when repairs will be necessary. Click through to learn about the most common shower repair problems and what you can do about them. Read more »
As a homeowner you want to do all that you can to keep your home maintenance expenses down. This said, a broken water heater can be costly to repair, but if you wait to check it out you will find yourself with a much higher bill for water heater repair work. There are several telltale signs that your water heater may be on the fritz. Make sure that you heed the warnings and contact a professional sooner rather than later. Read more »
Replacing a toilet can be a costly proposition, not to mention the disruption and potential inconvenience installing a new unit can involve. There are many problems, however, that can successfully be repaired with expert help. Others will demand a full replacement. Knowing the difference can eliminate wasted time, effort, and money. Click through to learn more on when to repair your toilet or if it is time to replace it. Read more »
Every year, there are some impressive design ideas that might inspire any homeowner to remodel their bathroom or kitchen. These new ideas usually focus on the being efficient and functional while incorporating aesthetically pleasing concepts. This article will display a variety of different sinks, showers, faucets, and anything associated with kitchen or bathroom plumbing. Hopefully, you will find it inspiring and get some good ideas on what you would like to do if you are planning on remodeling your kitchen or bathroom. Click through to find out what the hottest trends are for kitchen and bathrooms for 2016. Read more »
A modern home is not complete without a working plumbing system. When the system is working properly, you may not think much about the system. When the plumbing breaks down, however, you cannot think about anything else other than how frustrating the faulty plumbing has made your life. Since plumbing is something homeowners and renters will have for eternity, it is important for everyone to learn how plumbing systems work, the main components and common plumbing problems to expect. Read more »
Most homeowners don't think about their plumbing very often. As long as the water is flowing freely down the drain, it is not a concern. When the drains become clogged, however, problems can arise. When many homeowners have clogged drains, before they contact a plumber, they will use a liquid drain cleaner. These products claim to clear the drains safely and quickly, with no need to call a plumber. What many homeowners don't know, is that liquid drain cleaners can be very harmful. Click through to learn why you shouldn't use drain cleaners. Read more »
Your water heater does a lot of work for you. It provides warm baths, clean clothes and sparkling silverware. You cannot enjoy all these things without paying some attention to your heater. If you want to get the best out of your water heater, you have to give it the special treatment it deserves. Click through to learn some things you can do to prolong replacement and make your water heater work effectively. Read more »
We are all familiar with the laughable childhood game "telephone" in which one person starts out whispering a funny sentence or limerick to the person adjacent to them. As the sentence is retold again and again, it tends to take on a new, distorted meaning, ending up far from its original format. Even in adulthood, this is how rumors tend to develop and spread. The same is true of for plumbing myths. There is truly no telling where some of the misinformation out there comes from, but we are here to set the record straight. Click here to learn more on plumbing myths. Read more »