Nothing is more frustrating than trying to get shampoo out of your hair under a showerhead that has a weak water flow. While low water pressure is not ideal in many circumstances, water pressure that is too… Continue reading

Regardless of whether you are on sewer or septic, your pipes are a critical component of your plumbing system. In fact, they do the “grunt work” of providing fresh water to your family and eliminating wastewater from… Continue reading

While they all operate in much the same way, not all septic tanks are equal. A major difference involves the size of the tank. This is important because a septic tank’s capacity must be equal to or… Continue reading

If your hot showers suddenly start smelling like rotten eggs, it may seem like a major problem. The reality, however, is that this is a common plumbing issue with a relatively simple fix in most cases. There… Continue reading

Your septic system relies on several different components that work together to get rid of wastewater and deliver clean, safe water back to your home. If one of these components breaks down, you may experience a disruptive… Continue reading

It may seem like the fastest and easiest way to get rid of something, but your toilet is simply not designed to be a trashcan. Think of your toilet as a gateway to your plumbing system, which… Continue reading

Unless you live in a very rural area, you’ve likely got countless plumbers to choose from. Beyond making sure your plumber holds the proper licensure and insurance, it is also important to ask about their business hours… Continue reading

Water can be categorized into either soft or hard. While water doesn’t necessarily “feel” hard, it contains a different concentration of minerals that can negatively affect your home’s fixtures and plumbing. Therefore, it is important to recognize… Continue reading

While they are rare, a leak in your gas line can be extremely dangerous and even fatal for your family if it is not detected and addressed in a timely manner. Beyond having your gas line inspected… Continue reading

If your home uses a septic system, you know that your biggest responsibility is to have your septic tank pumped on a routine basis. Depending on the size of your tank and number of occupants in your… Continue reading