Looking for ways to avoid clogged drains? Consider not what you should use to clear the drain, but what should never, ever make its way into your pipes at all. The following items (6 of them!) should stay out at all costs: Grease Yes, pouring hot grease into your drain seems like a great idea…
Snaking your drain or toilet is one of the most common methods of clearing it. That said, not everyone has either the equipment or the know-how to do so properly. That’s where we come in! Snaking your drain is easy if you first purchase the appropriate apparatus. Coat hanger? Not usually the best choice. Here…
You know how your home plumbing works, but have you ever considered how plumbing operates in a zero-gravity space station? Resources such as square footage and water supply are limited inside NASA’s International Space Station (ISS), so engineers have devised creative ways of keeping the astronauts comfortable. Water and waste cycle through a complex filtering…
We use water every day to bathe, clean our clothes and dishes, cook, and hydrate our bodies. Your pipes deliver water to your home day in and day out without any effort on your part. However, nothing lasts forever, pipes included, so knowing the proper time to re-pipe can save you the hassle of dealing…
Content was updated on May 29th, 2024 Are Tankless Water Heaters Worth It? A Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners In the quest for energy efficiency and cost savings–as well as hot showers that last forever–many homeowners are turning to tankless water heaters as an alternative to traditional tank water heaters. But are tankless water heaters worth…
Going away this summer? When the sun shows itself and the rainy season comes to a close, planning trips is a great way to enjoy the weather, connect with family and friends, and see new places. However, leaving your home unattended for even a few days can set you up for a plumbing disaster if…
It usually starts with a little high pitched voice telling you “The toilets overflowing!” or any number of other natural disasters caused or witnessed by our children. Let’s face it, most of us are busy and pay as little attention as possible to anything other than just getting through the work day, putting food on…
Even the most conscientious homeowner encounters a plumbing problem or two now and again: a clogged drain; a busted septic tank. While these problems are common, especially in homes with older plumbing, there are a few hard and fast rules for keeping your plumbing mishaps to a minimum. Keep the following “what not to do”…
The weather is getting warmer and the dark Oregon winter has come to a close. While you may be busy organizing your closets and packing up cold-weather clothing, consider giving your plumbing a little attention. The following tips can serve as your Spring Cleaning Checklist! Empty it out: Gutters, drains, downspouts, and vent pipes may…
As the temperature continues to drop, homeowners need to be vigilant about caring for their plumbing through the winter months. If you go about your business just as you would in the summer months, you may be risking plumbing problems that would otherwise be preventable. During cold weather, disconnect your garden hose. If it’s left…
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