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How to Replace Your Shower Head with a Water-Efficient Model

By Brian Wear | August 15, 2018

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…

5 Preventative Maintenance Tips for Toilet Troubles

By Brian Wear | August 8, 2018

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…

Properly Test Your Home Water Pressure

By Brian Wear | August 1, 2018

Your home’s water pressure is important for comfort, efficiency, and even safety, so it is important to test pressure correctly to do no harm to the plumbing system and yourself. What is good water pressure? For an average home water supply, your water pressure should fall within the range of 40-45 psi, and not exceed 60 psi.…

What Could Be Clogging Your Home’s Yard Drain?

By Brian Wear | July 18, 2018

If your house has a pool or extensive landscaping, you probably have an exterior drain to help manage any accidental water overflow. This drain sends excess water to your street’s drain, so it doesn’t locally flood your property. Unfortunately, that connection fail with backups in your yard or any potential clogs caused by your yard’s…

Clean Your Refrigerator’s Condenser Coils to Boost Energy Efficiency

By Brian Wear | July 11, 2018

One of the best things you can do to boost your appliances’ energy efficiency is to keep them clean. Fans and motors have to work hard to cool refrigerant and heating systems if the parts are covered with dust and pet hair. Not only does that mean the machine uses up more energy to run…

Three Problems That Lead to Early Pipe Replacement

By Brian Wear | July 5, 2018

Pipes are essential to your water and plumbing system but can be surprisingly fragile. Anything from overtightening a water line to dumping too much grease down your kitchen drain can cause you plumbing frustrations, even if it seems like the pipes should be able to handle it. Whether you’re a homeowner or a tenant, here…

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