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Best Ways To Insulate Your Pipes For Winter

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The winter of 2014-2015 was so cold that meteorologists frequently used the term "polar vortex" to describe it. At the same time, weather forecasters, residential property owners and business owners often talked about the potential damage that the unprecedented winter chill could cause. Luckily, weather experts do not project the winter of 2015-2016 to be as harsh. Nevertheless, you should prepare for the winter by insulating all accessible pipes in your home. Click through to learn some of the best ways to insulate your pipes for winter. Read more »

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Cracked Plumbing Seals, Leaks That Cause Common Insurance Claims

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Some homeowners may not be aware that their household plumbing systems consist of more than a collection of pipes. For example, there are also fixtures, hoses, and especially rubber gaskets that play an important role in the proper functioning of the entire plumbing system. Some of the most common insurance claims for homeowners in need of such repairs involve leaks, cracked seals or rotted gaskets. Click through to read more on this topic. Read more »

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Is Your Tap Water A Different Color Than It Should Be?

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Most people expect to see clear colorless liquid when running tap water in their home. However, at times you may see water that has a strange tint. If this is the case, you are naturally concerned about what you are drinking, washing clothes in and showering with on a regular basis. Different colors are caused by different types of contaminants, some of which are harmless and some of which may present health hazards. Click through to learn what these different colors mean and what you should do about it. Read more »

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Why Hair & Shower Drains Don’t Mix

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There are a number of things that can cause clogged drains. However, regardless of where you live, hair is a common cause of drain clogging. Whether it is the long, luscious locks of women or the shorter hair typically sported by men, hair shedding significantly contributes to clogged drains. Click through to learn how hair clogs drains, how to prevent it from happening, and how to remove a tough clog. Read more »

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Preventing Plumbing Nightmares From Happening In Your Home

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Have you ever heard of or experienced a plumbing nightmare? A plumbing nightmare is when there is a plumbing problem in your home and you hire the least qualified plumber to do the job. As you can imagine, it turns out to be a pretty bad situation. This article talks about how to prevent a plumbing nightmare from happening to you. There are a few tips that you can follow so that you know that you are hiring an honest and qualified plumber. Click through to find out more. Read more »

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A Plumber’s Tips For Saving Water

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People who are environmentally-conscious often invest in items such as solar panels. They may also recycle glass and plastic objects. However, many people do not do as much as they can to conserve water. If you are wondering how you can avoid wasting water in your home, particularly when showering, you will be pleased to discover that your plumber may have valuable tips for you concerning how to save water, as well as information about "recycle ready" plumbing. Read more »

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What Is Water Efficient Plumbing?

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People who wish to buy a new home tend to look for properties with open floor plans, new roofs and modern windows. This is by no means a bad thing. However, over recent years, home buyers have started to add some new things to their list of wants. With the increase in utility bills, properties with water efficient plumbing are in more demand. Learn more on what you can do to conserve water in your home. Read more »

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Why Pumpkins And Garbage Disposals Don’t Mix

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As Halloween approaches, carving pumpkins is a tradition that is closely associated with this holiday. However, anyone who has ever carved one knows that it can be a slightly messy task especially when you are removing the insides in order to prep it for carving. Some might try to find ways to deal with this mess by dumping the insides of the pumpkin down their garbage disposal. Although this might seem like a great way to clean up, it can be a bad idea. Read more »

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How To Get Your Plumbing Ready For Winter

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Being unprepared for the drop in temperature during the winter months could cause your plumbing system to malfunction. Frozen water in the pipeline could result in some amount of inconvenience or be quite destructive. Talking to a plumber after the damage is done will be counterproductive and costly. However, taking the time to properly prepare for the frigid winter weather could save you lots of money. Learn these useful tips on some things that your plumber could do to prepare your plumbing for the winter. Read more »

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How To Free A Toilet Clog With Ease

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Toilet clogs can appear overwhelming. However, clogs can typically be handled with the use of a plunger, snake or a more advanced snake known as the closet auger. When all else fails, the toilet’s owner, or a plumber, can manually remove the blockage. Toilet clogs commonly occur in a part of the fixture that is tight and curves upward. Read more »