It’s Halloween time again, and you’re scrambling for a costume. You don’t want any boring, old costume like a sexy vampire or a sexy firefighter. Have you considered dressing up as your favorite plumber this year? No, not Mario. Why does everyone always say Mario? Frankly, we don’t even think he’s a real plumber, or at … [Read more...]
5 Tips For Keeping Your Kitchen Sink Clean and Clear
The kitchen is the heart of your home. It's where you come together to cook, eat, chat, and spend time with your loved ones. To keep it healthy, you have to keep its parts healthy – and that includes the sink. Take heed of these tips for keeping your kitchen sink clean, clear, and in perfect working condition. Don’t … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Prettify Your Plumbing Fixtures
We all know that keeping your pipes clean, your sink clear, and your cleaning up to date are the most important things to consider when it comes to your home plumbing fixtures. Those aren’t the only important details, however. You want to love your home, and keeping your plumbing fixtures looking interesting and … [Read more...]
How to Keep Your Bathroom Sink Smelling Fresh Instead of Funky
If you find yourself wrinkling your nose every time you step into your bathroom, it might be time to consider the status of your bathroom stink – oops, we meant sink. There are many reasons your sink could be smelling funky instead of fresh, from general lack of cleanliness to gunk and hair build-up. General cleaning … [Read more...]
Telltale Signs of Clogged Sewers and How to Fix Them
Your sewer lines are the lifelines of your home. They carry water throughout the house to where you need it, when you need it, and if they get backed up then your whole life can end up getting backed up. If the water in your sewer lines has nowhere better to go, you know full well it's going to end up somewhere you … [Read more...]
Prevent Dirty Washing Machines in 3 Easy Steps
Does your washing machine give off a musty smell every time you open it? Are you sick of cleaning the machine, just to have it start smelling again? The best cleaning method is prevention. Follow these three steps to avoid a dirty washing machine: Step 1: Use the Right Amount of Detergent Using too much laundry … [Read more...]
Plumbing Tips for Worry Free Home Renting
While you look for the perfect home to rent that has a great location, curb appeal, and fits the needs of your family, don’t forget about the plumbing. As a renter, it’s important to communicate with your landlord and take preventative measures. Don’t lose money by making costly mistakes with your plumbing. Damaged … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for a Plumbing Service Visit
Hopefully your home's plumbing is in great condition and no repairs are needed. In the event that a plumbing problem, or perhaps even a plumbing emergency occurs, it's important to know how to handle a visit from a professional plumber. Get the most out of a visit from a plumber by following this guide: Before the … [Read more...]
Household Plungers: Decoding the Difference
Have you been using the wrong plunger to unclog drains and not even realized it? The chances are likely. It turns out your typical red rubber plunger isn’t the most efficient at unclogging toilets. With clogged drains being the one of the leading household plumbing problems, it's necessary for everyone to know how … [Read more...]
6 Unexpected Items You Can Clean in the Dishwasher
Dishwashing vs. hand washing —when it comes to efficiency and killing bacteria, the dishwasher wins. To kill most bacteria, water must reach a scalding 140° Fahrenheit. That temperature is easily reached in a dishwasher, but is nearly impossible with a sink, as hot water heaters are typically set to 120 degrees to … [Read more...]
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