As we head into the cold winter months, household energy consumption will start to increase as people turn up the heat to stay warm. Keeping warm during winter usually means using more energy and means paying higher utility costs each month. The most energy-hungry appliance in a home is the geyser, so start there if you’re looking to reduce your electricity bill. According […]
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The 3 leading causes of a burst geyser Most homeowners experience the woes of having a burst geyser and the resulting damage such as; ruined ceilings, warped flooring, destroyed cupboard units and damp carpets at least once in a lifetime. Why do geysers burst? Although geysers are tough appliances and made to be durable, they
Ninety-nine percent of drain lines under sinks are bound to leak sooner or later even if they are installed correctly. That’s because the parts are made from thin plastic and joined with “slip” joints that slip together and—eventually—slip apart. In most homes, there is a P-trap installed under bathtubs, sinks, washing machines and other household
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Noisy pipes are an unwelcome distraction. However, it can be hard to locate the source of the problem. To help, we’re featuring our top reasons why your pipes might be making noise one more time. Once you locate the source of the problem, it’s time to make the fix. What Noisy Water Pipes Are Typically
What if you wanted a glass of water one morning and all of the water was gone? What would you do? Our water is our most important natural resource and it’s steadily being used up. That means you really could wake up one morning and not have any water to drink if more people don’t
Got a sewer problem and have no idea what it is or where to dig? A relatively low-cost sewer video inspection just might help. In years past, dig points were much a matter of educated guesswork. Now, with sewer video cameras and locating equipment, it is a simple matter of calling a sewer video inspection and locating
A sewer drain clog can be a serious problem that may qualify as a plumbing emergency and a potential health concern. Without a route to the main sewer system or septic field, wastewater may have nowhere to go but to back up into your fixtures or up through floor drains. When faced with a sewer line drain clog, you
How to Recognise a Sewer Drainage Issue Septic and Sewer A stoppage in the main sewer line or septic system is a very serious plumbing problem and one that poses potential health risks. Regular inspection and maintenance is the best way to prevent this. Maintain the septic system. If you have a septic system with
When plumbing problems erupt suddenly, they can do so with a severity that borders on the catastrophic. But a regular inspection of your key plumbing fixtures can help you spot and correct developing problems before they become emergencies. Bathroom Bathrooms get lots of use by every member of the family, and it’s no surprise that
Baking soda is a kitchen staple that can work wonders on smelly and clogged drains. The most common clogs in kitchen drains are from fat, oil, and grease. For bathroom drains, hair and scum from personal products most often form the clogs. Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, is a naturally-occurring mineral compound. A slightly alkaline