Posts by Brian Wear

Your kitchen sink’s garbage disposal can be a great tool, but it can also be a huge headache if things don’t go smoothly. If your disposal clogs frequently, seems to be wearing out faster than it should, or requires pushing the manual reset often, it might not be able to handle what you’re using it for.…

It’s a dreaded moment when you step into the shower one morning, groggy, desperate to wake up, and you turn on the faucets and there is no hot water. Right then and there, you realize that your day is going to start off very rough. If you have a gas fueled water heater tank, a tiny…

Are you sick of high water bills that you can’t seem to control or bring down? Consider installing a steam shower. While this type of shower may cost a little bit of money upfront to install in your home, it will ultimately help you save on monthly utility bills by conserving water. What Is a…

Technology has touched almost all industries and plumbing is no exception. If you are experiencing a persistent drain problem, it may be a good time to consider a video drain inspection before the problem becomes bigger. Today, we have video cameras that can examine your pipes and drains from the inside to inspect for any…

If you live in an area where the water supply is not ideal, one of the most common complaints is often hard (rusty) water or the home’s water pipes themselves have aged and have become corroded over time. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, so the best way to combat rust…

Toilets are an important fixture in your home. Everyone uses it, and it needs to be dependable and in working order. Sometimes a problem needs a simple repair, while other times, a full replacement is necessary. Here are four signs that you may need a new toilet replacement: The tank is making a hissing sound In…

With many appliances, it seems like the only way to save energy and water is to buy an energy-efficient or low-flow model. But how you use your appliances (and even when you use them) can matter even more. If washing your dishes is using up a lot more water and electricity than it should be,…

Winter can majorly impact all parts of your plumbing systems, especially if a freeze is on the way. While you would take many of the same steps you would take to protect the rest of your house’s pipes, such as ensuring frequent use and checking for damage, basements require a few extra steps to stay…

Even if you take all the pipe precautions in the world, there’s still a chance one of your pipes might freeze in bad, cold weather. If you see that one of your pipes has frozen, here’s what you can do to minimize the damage: Check the faucet closest to the frozen pipe If a pipe…

Winter is always a challenging season due to elements such as freezing temperatures, wind, snow, rain, and ice. Those who prepare and plan ahead can avoid some of the pitfalls of Mother Nature’s most challenging season, especially when the season raises havoc with freezing water pipes. Summer Home and Cabins  If you have a summer…