Posts by Brian Wear

Your home has many drains that could potentially clog: kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks, and bathtubs. You may have unwisely dumped grease, failed to use a drain catch, or maybe even had a child put soap down the drain again. Try these easy procedures to unclog drains in your home with some items you may have…

Septic tanks are private, at-home, on-site sewage facilities that treat wastewater and sewage. These in-ground, watertight utilities are made from concrete, fiberglass or other materials. Septic tanks help prevent groundwater contamination. These structures can cleanse 1,000 gallons of wastewater from a home before releasing it back into the environment. Wastewater enters the tank from sewer pipes…

When was the last time you read your water meter? If the answer is greater than one month, you are not alone. Many homeowners and renters never take the time to read their water meters. Maybe you live in a city where someone from the water company comes out and reads the meter for you. Even…

Homeowners find plumbing repairs to be costly and significantly damaging to their property when there is no routine maintenance. Protect your property from gradual damage and flooding with a routine maintenance program. At Brian Wear Plumbing, we offer a Customer Protection Program that hosts significant benefits of routine maintenance.  Immediate Service Have you discovered a plumbing…

Appliances that receive the good ENERGY STAR rating can save consumers an estimated 30% or more on energy costs. HVAC systems, washers, refrigerators, clothes dryers, and other appliances are rated on a 1-100 scale on their energy use. The rating refers to the energy output for every unit of energy needed to run the appliance. A rating…

There are few plumbing tools more useful than the simple, humble plunger. Even though a plunger consists of nothing more than rubber and wooden or plastic handle, it is capable of clearing up nearly all but the most stubborn clogs. The toilet plunger, in particular, excels at busting up nasty clogs inside your toilet. However,…

It’s frustrating if your sink drains extremely slowly. The drain may still be able to slowly carry waste water away, but take caution. Plumbing issues may eventually worsen when not taken care of. In the case of a bathroom sink or a shower, the situation can be made worse if anything else besides water has…

A lot of plumbing and maintenance happens indoors, like in bathrooms and kitchens. However, there are plenty of outdoor plumbing projects that require your attention and care as well. Sometimes, these projects are easy, do-it-yourself weekend chores, but others may require the experience and knowledge of a professional plumber to function properly and even save you money.…

Homes use up a lot of water, even if you use it efficiently and have habits that limit wasted water. A lot of inefficiency results from the devices we use around the home, such as faucets, sprinklers, and shower heads. If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to reduce water usage without having…

The toilet and humor are often funny because everyone can relate: everyone uses it! It’s crucial to keep your toilet well-maintained and in working order, else you may face costly repairs or replacement. To easily keep the fixture in top shape, take these simple preventative steps. Every Few Months, Give Your Toilet a “Mini-Inspection” Even…