Posts by Brian Wear

We’ve all been there. That moment of rising panic as you push down the handle and instead of the satisfying whoosh of a proper flush, you get… nothing. Or worse, you get rising water that threatens to turn your bathroom into a wading pool. Few household emergencies create the same level of immediate stress as…

Let’s talk about something nobody ever thinks about until it’s too late: toilet bowl jets. Those mysterious little holes hiding under the rim of your toilet bowl might seem insignificant, but they’re actually the unsung heroes responsible for that satisfying swirl that sends everything down and away. When these jets get clogged, your once-mighty flush…

Let’s be honest—plumbing tape doesn’t exactly scream excitement. It’s not trending on TikTok. Nobody’s posting Instagram stories about their “plumbing tape journey.” But this humble white tape can be the difference between a bone-dry connection and a slow drip that eventually ruins your ceiling, cabinets, or relationship as your partner listens to that maddening “plink……

Let’s talk about the unsung hero of your bathroom—the toilet flapper. Never in the spotlight, never getting awards, but boy oh boy, when this little rubber diva decides to quit, your whole household feels the pain. From mysterious running toilets to water bills that make you question your life choices, a misbehaving flapper can turn…

  Let’s cut to the chase—plumbing isn’t sexy, but good plumbing? That’s downright beautiful. And in Mid-Missouri, there’s a world of difference between some faceless national chain and a local plumber who knows your pipes better than you know your Netflix password.

Opening your water bill shouldn’t require a stiff drink and a defibrillator, but here you are, staring at numbers that make your eyes bulge like a cartoon character. Before you start selling furniture to pay for what appears to be enough water to fill the Grand Canyon, let’s consider something the water company won’t suggest:…

Garbage disposals are a convenient addition to any kitchen, helping to manage food waste more efficiently. These compact units grind food scraps into small pieces that can be easily flushed away with water. But don’t be fooled by their small size—installing a garbage disposal is more than just placing it under your kitchen sink and…

When plumbing issues occur, homeowners often face the challenge of deciding who to call for help. While large national plumbing companies may be the first to come to mind, hiring a local plumber can offer many advantages that often go overlooked. Brian Wear Plumbing explores why partnering with a local plumber in Columbia, MO can…