Uh-oh—you’ve discovered a leaky water pipe in your bathroom. Now what? Should you call an expensive plumber? Or do you have the skills to fix it yourself? Before you panic, the first step is to find out if the leak is due to a damaged pipe. If the water is coming from a joint, you can easily repair the leak by simply tightening the joint. If not, ensure that the water isn’t … [Read more...] about No plumber required: DIY leak fixes
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An introduction to the EPA’s WaterSense program
Though over 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is water, only one percent of that water is safe for human use. With an ever-increasing population and the subsequent demand for fresh water, it is imperative that we use what water we have efficiently and effectively. That’s why WaterSense, a partnership program formed in 2006 by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, aims to … [Read more...] about An introduction to the EPA’s WaterSense program
What shouldn’t go down your bathroom drains
No one thinks much about bathroom drains until they get clogged. A clogged toilet is never fun, but some people don’t realize that the things they flush, like paper towels and wet wipes, can easily cause a backup. For showers, baths and sinks, body hair is the biggest clogging culprit. So what other things shouldn’t go down bathroom drains? Food. It seems obvious, but … [Read more...] about What shouldn’t go down your bathroom drains
Clogged drains? Try this before calling a plumber
When you have a clogged drain, your first instinct might be to call a plumber. While a professional can help you unclog the mess, he or she will charge a hefty fee, and there are plenty of cost-effective ways to deal with a clogged drain on your own. Of course, if all else fails, don’t hesitate to call a plumber who can resolve the problem immediately. With that being said, … [Read more...] about Clogged drains? Try this before calling a plumber
Better Pool Cleaning and Efficiency
Better Pool Cleaning and Efficiency Skimmer baskets are what help keep your pool clean and free of debris. When a basket fills up, you will need to clean it, or else it will no longer be efficient at keeping the pool clean. In addition to this, a clogged basket can damage the pool pump. Cleaning the basket is actually quite simple in practice as long as you keep a few … [Read more...] about Better Pool Cleaning and Efficiency
