Posts by Brian Wear

Have you ever noticed how hot water seems to flow almost instantly out of some of your faucets, but other faucets you have to wait what seems like forever before any hot water comes out? As you wait, you can’t help but wonder about how much water you are wasting as you watch it flow…

If you want to save money on plumbing services for a remodeling job or an addition to your home, ask your plumber if installing PEX plumbing pipes instead of traditional copper pipes might be right for you. Most traditional homes incorporated the use of copper pipes or hard plastic pipes for plumbing lines throughout the home. If…

In the early 1800s growing cities in the Northeast and Midwest were desperate to end the practice of letting disease-carrying raw sewage run down their streets. The deplorable conditions and horrid odor took the charm out of life in a bustling city. Also, firefighters needed an easily accessible water supply to combat blazes in the…

A water heater is one of the most important investments in your home. We all take for granted that warmth – in our dishwashers, washing machines, and showers – until the day it stops working. Any home appliance has a lifespan, and your water heater is no exception. Most water heater manufacturers provide an estimated…

Along with kitchens, bathrooms are one the all-important hubs of family life. Because every family member uses the bathroom every single day, it needs to function well but also be easy to clean and pleasant to look at. If you’re planning a bathroom remodel, or adding a bathroom it’s helpful to learn about the latest…

If you live in a home with a hard water supply, you may want to consider having a water softener installed. After all, there are many benefits to having a soft water supply. By understanding what a water softener is and how to determine if you need one, you can make the right decision for…

Whether you are safely at your home toilet or living out your worst fear at someone else’s house, knowing how to properly plunge a toilet is essential for a peaceful life. Instead of being paralyzed in the moment, jump into action. By knowing the proper plunging techniques that your friendly neighborhood plumber employs every day,…

Homeowners are often aware that Murphy’s Law is alive and well when they attempt to flush their toilet and nothing happens. It seems more often than not these things tend to occur during the evening or on a weekend when plumbing help is not available. We do get asked about toilet lever arms, so in…

A garbage disposal is a welcomed addition to any kitchen, but they are pretty expensive. Whether you installed one yourself or it was already installed when you purchased your home, it’s the maintenance of your garbage disposal that is the most essential part so that you don’t have to spend the money to fix or…

Having a working refrigerator is something that many homeowners take for granted–that is, until they run into a problem. The last thing you want is to end up with a completely nonfunctional fridge, which is why it’s good to be aware of the telltale signs you need a new fridge before it stops working altogether.…