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Does Your Home Waste Too Much Water?

Water is a precious resource that should not be wasted. Add to that, wasting water unnecessarily can give you a higher water bill than required. It is only during water shortages that we think of the...

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Are Polybutylene Pipes A Problem?

There are many different kinds of piping systems used in houses. One of the most used in the 90s  was polybutylene pipes. These polybutylene pipes were very popular back then. The cost of raw materials...

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Fix Leaking Pipes

Water leaks are a big problem for any house owner. It is all about your approach to stop the leak. The best time to fix a plumbing leak is to do something well in advance to prevent such problem from...

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Plumbing Emergency: What Do You Do When Your Basement Floods?

When your basement gets flooded it needs an emergency repair to fix it. A basement flood damages your homes on many levels. The structure of the house gets affected, home accessories and tools are...

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Why You Need Hot Water Tank Maintenance?

Do you carry out maintenance for your hot water tank? Well, if you haven’t, then you should. Most house owners neglect the maintenance of their hot water tank. Servicing the water tanks is important...

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Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing

Now that winter is around the corner, frozen pipes is a common problem you are going to face. A frozen pipe not only prevents the flow of water but damages the pipe as well. Thus, apart from water...

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Does Your Boiler Need To Be Serviced?

Like most household devices, your boiler also needs maintenance. A damaged boiler won’t be able to warm the water enough. So a boiler breakdown, especially in the middle of winter will make you quite...

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Types Of Hot Water Tank: Which Is The Best For You?

Hot water tanks are a necessity when it comes to household appliances. The demand for hot water tanks rises up as soon as winter arrives as you need hot water for various purposes. But, before you go...

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Why Your Home Needs A Sump Pump

If you think a sump pump is only necessary if your basement is prone to flooding, think again. A basement sump pump serves many functions by keeping your basement dry and clean. There are many reasons...

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Avoid a Plumbing Disaster In Winter

Winter is coming, and no, that’s not just the tagline of a popular TV show. Winter really is coming and you need to be prepared, especially in terms of your home plumbing. Plumbing disasters are...

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Plumbing Emergency: What Do You Do When Your Basement Floods?

When your basement gets flooded it needs an emergency repair to fix it. A basement flood damages your homes on many levels. The structure of the house gets affected, home accessories and tools are...

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5 Maintenance Tips For Your Hot Water Tank

Your hot water tank is a one-time investment that can serve you well for several years before showing signs of damage. But if not maintained well, your hot water tank can start to have premature...

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How To Clean Your Drain

A clogged drain is a household’s worst plumbing nightmare. Pooling of water around the drain and unpleasant odors are the least of the problems that a clogged drain causes. A clogged drain can block...

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Why Is Your Water Never Hot?

Winter is on and having ample hot water in the morning is essential to set your day off right. Imagine the inconvenience of having no hot water when you wake up on a chilly winter morning. Hot water...

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Steps To Take During A Plumbing Emergency

In winter, a plumbing emergency is highly likely and can cause a lot of inconvenience to you and your guests. Dealing with a plumbing emergency can dampen the holiday spirit for you. To avoid a...

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Is It Time To Change Your Water Heater?

As in the case of all electronic appliances, sooner or later your water heater will also be replaced. You would not want a situation when one fine day, all of a sudden the water heater isn’t working...

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Keep Your Garbage Disposal in Shape This Christmas

Your garbage disposal is a handy tool you can’t do without in your kitchen. With Christmas season around the corner, you are going to be using your garbage disposal more than ever. The last thing you...

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Winter Guide To Picking A Water Heater System

With winter in full swing, one thing you don’t want to deal with is a broken hot water heater. How do you know your hot water heater is broken? You’re having a nice warm shower when suddenly, cold...

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Causes Of Noisy Water Pipes

Noisy water pipes are a common scene in households. Homeowners often hear the pipes vibrating, rattling or whistling. Generally, when you run water in the sink or flush the toilet, such noises can be...

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Advantages of A Tankless Water Heater

Tankless water heaters also known as ‘on demand’ units provide hot water as needed. As opposed to traditional storage water heaters, tankless units operate without the use of a storage tank. They...

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