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Every lawn is unique. Depending on your type of grass, your plants, the shade your house provides, and especially your climate, you might need to change the way you’re watering your lawn. This is especially true if you live in an arid part of the country, where over-watering your lawn has a high unit cost…

The water pressure regulator is one of the most critical plumbing valves in your home because it helps to decrease excessive water pressure. Unfortunately, it can break down if it suffers from various problems. Understanding this valve more fully and the issues that plague it can help you avoid issues and keep your home and…

A running toilet is an irritating problem that can leave you wondering if you’re in need of a new toilet. One of the most common solutions to a running toilet, however, is simply replacing the flapper. The flapper is a rubber “clog” that holds water in the tank until you flush the toilet. It creates a water-tight seal…

Often, appliances need a little attention, maintenance, and repair, but there comes a time when it is better to invest in new fixtures. This can be caused by inefficiencies, or even a safety or health risks. If you’ve had the same sink for a few years, and you’re trying to decide if it needs to…

Clogged toilets are a common, avoidable problem that results in many emergency calls to a plumber. Most of the time, these clogs are a result of not being aware of what you should and should not flush down the toilet. When you hear that toilets don’t flush as well as they used to, there is some…

When your shower takes longer to drain and you start noticing water pooling around your feet in the tub, it’s a sign your drain is going to clog soon. Once it clogs, you must deal with it quickly or a pipe may burst, causing further damage and needing costly repairs. If your drain is starting…