Posts by Brian Wear

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…

Smart toilets are cool, super techy toilets that can make your life easier. There are many versions of smart toilets available today, so the type of technology installed in these toilets depends on how much money you want to invest. All smart toilets (including the most basic versions) include principal features, such as: Inner sensor:…

When you have long hair, washing it becomes a hassle. Sometimes, you might even have to wash your hair twice! If that’s not bad enough, you are bound to lose large clumps of hair in the whole washing debacle. These clumps shoot down the drain and clog your bathtub drain. How do you maintain your…

The intricacies of advanced plumbing can be a bit difficult, but there will be times that you need or want to get something basic done on your own. You may have an emergency that requires you to tighten a small screw, clear a clog, or clean a drain. There will come a time when you might not…

While some toilet troubles are immediate, others are caused by a slow increase in small problems. Before those problems add up, regularly check your toilet for common issues or signs of worn parts, and make sure you take note of the small problems before they escalate. One of the most common problems that’s easy to accidentally ignore…

The kitchen is one of the most high-traffic areas of the home. Keeping a kitchen updated, current, and refreshed is important to maintain a fun and comforting atmosphere. Whether you’re cooking a family meal, entertaining friends, or laying out refreshments on game day, consider the following remodeling trends to create a space that your loved ones will enjoy spending time…

Have you ever considered going to a commercial grade faucet in your home? Your friend or neighbor just installed a commercial faucet in their kitchen, and you like the functionality and the look. So, what do you need to know before you make the choice to bypass a residential one? Consider the following benefits and…

Most people don’t think about their water heater until something goes wrong, like when it starts leaking or stops heating your water. There a few things that can be done to extend the life of your water heater before reaching these problems. These steps will improve its efficiency and output. Unless you have a tankless, on demand water heater,…

Even if you’re not buying eco-friendly products, you can do your part to help save the environment just by saving water and energy when doing your laundry. Every little bit counts when it seems like you have to do these chores! First, look for an ENERGY STAR washer and dryer next time you’re in the…