Lots of people in the Pacific Northwest use heat pumps to heat and cool their homes and businesses. Heat pumps are efficient and well suited for the mild winters in Vancouver. The same is true of a heat pump water heater. If you need a new water heater, here’s what you need to know about…
Is water pooling on the floor near your toilet? A leaking toilet has several common causes. Some leaks are easy to fix. Other repairs will require more skill, time and elbow grease. Before you can fix your toilet, you’ll need to pinpoint where the water’s coming from. That Puddle Might Not Be Caused by a…
Need to catch a running toilet? A running toilet wastes water and money, and it’s one of the most common ways a house loses water. Fixing a toilet that is running is often simple and inexpensive. A Running Toilet Wastes Money and Water The Environmental Protection Agency estimates you can reduce your water bill by…
Is your dishwasher on the fritz? While a dishwasher isn’t a necessity, is does make life better. Dishes pile up fast, especially if you have kids. If the dishwasher is down for even a day or two, household routines can be disrupted. Before you throw in the towel and call a repair service, there are…
What happens when storm drains clog or get overwhelmed? Streets turn into rivers and basements can fill with water. That’s what happened in Portland recently when the area received unusually heavy rainfall over a period of a few days. Hit with a series of December storms, the drenching proved too much for Portland storm drains….
Finding friendly, expert professional sump pump service is an important part of protecting the value of many commercial properties. Sump pumps are the last line of defense that homes and businesses have against flooding. They pump water out of basements and cellars as it accumulates in a sump pit, ensuring that other below-ground areas remain…
If your home has an outdoor plumbing system to provide water for sprinklers, irrigation projects, ponds or fountains, you may be wondering what types of maintenance must be performed in order to keep things flowing smoothly. While running water from your home to your outside land can sometimes prove easier than indoor plumbing efforts because…
The humble plunger is a simple yet effective tool for breaking clogs in sinks, tubs and toilets. This handy tool is easy to use. You can make the most of its power if you understand how it works. Ready to dive in? Here’s what you need to know. Safety First! Never use a plunger with…
The average American family uses about 30 gallons a day for showering, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Installing a single high-efficiency showerhead could save the typical household 2,900 gallons and $70 annually, the EPA says. Add the savings from other high-efficiency fixtures such as bathroom faucets and toilets, multiply the total over several years,…
Commercial kitchens, whether they are in restaurants, schools or large gathering places, are required to install grease traps on outgoing drain pipes. This prevents large amounts of fat, oil and grease from getting into the municipal wastewater lines. Why is that important? Deposits of cold oil or grease can really do a number on pipes,…
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