(Updated Sep 2024) The Pain of a Clogged Drain If you’ve ever had a clogged drain, you know the pain and inconvenience. And as a homeowner, you need solutions, not just “quick fixes” that will create long-term issues. That said, the best drain cleaning methods eliminate the clog without damaging the pipe itself. No matter…
Avoid These Common Plumbing Mistakes to Keep Your Home Flowing Smoothly Plumbing disasters are the stuff of nightmares for homeowners. We often take our plumbing for granted, but from leaky faucets to clogged drains, it can cause major headaches if not properly maintained. With the right knowledge and precautions, you can avoid many common plumbing…
A water heater is the quintessential set-it-and-forget-it appliance. As long as our showers are hot, we tend not to give water heaters a second thought. But, like everything in your home, a water heater wears out over time and can really make a mess of washing dishes, bathing, and anything else that needs hot water….
With winter slowly creeping up on us (or even kicking open the door some years), now is a good time to think about the potential of frozen pipes. If you begin noticing a drop in water pressure, or even no water at all, this could mean the colder temperatures are affecting the plumbing in your…
In most cases, your conventional water heater runs for at least three hours a day, even if you aren’t using it. This is because the water in the tank doesn’t stay at the optimum temperature–heat is lost through exhaust venting and normal heat dissipation. But with the latest water heater technology, manufacturers hope to save…
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, you could say running water is what keeps that heart pumping. Hot water for cleaning dishes, cold water for rinsing off fruits and vegetables, and clean water for grabbing a quick drink. But just like a clogged artery, standing water in a sink can really cause…
With summer upon us and future barbecues and celebrations ahead, the last thing we want you to worry about is a plumbing problem like a clogged garbage disposal. Especially when you really need it to work! But if there is a clog, Simpson Plumbing is here to show you how to unclog a garbage disposal….
Many of Vancouver’s neighborhoods were built at the turn of the 20th century, and the plumbing systems present unique challenges to homeowners. Old pipes and fixtures can cause common plumbing problems in old homes as outdated pipes are composed of materials long abandoned by modern home builders. Older neighborhoods, such as Officer’s Row, Carter Park…
The cold winter months are upon us, and they bring with them a variety of challenges for homeowners. From dealing with icy sidewalks and driveways to ensuring that your home’s pipes don’t freeze or eventually burst. Knowing how to take care of pipes in the winter is an important step in protecting your home. Frozen…
A hose bib is essentially a faucet on the outside of your home that taps into the main water line. Instead of splitting off to go to the kitchen, the bathroom, laundry room, and other interior areas that need water, a line will lead to an exterior wall. A simple faucet is affixed to the…
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