A Homeowner’s Guide to Using a Plumbing Snake
Unfortunately, one of the most unpleasant parts about being the owner of your own home is that you have to handle any plumbing issues that pop up. From a clogged toilet to a clogged kitchen sink, you should have a plumbing snake available so that you can handle those unwanted clogs quickly and effectively. If […]
How Excessive Rain Can Affect Your Plumbing
Most people think about rain in terms of wet roads and flooded streets, not their plumbing. But excessive rainfall can put real stress on your home’s pipes, drains, and sewer system, sometimes causing damage that doesn’t show up until days after the storm has passed. Here in Southern Arizona, this is especially relevant. Tucson, Phoenix, […]
What is a Bidet and How Does it Work?
All About Bidets What is a bidet? A bidet is a bathroom fixture that is used in addition to, or to replace toilet paper. They are prominent in countries where toilet paper is not commonly used. Bidets can be either standalone fixtures or as an addition to your toilet. They come in several different styles […]
Can Vomit Ruin My Home’s Plumbing?
Vomit in the toilet usually will not damage your plumbing. Toilets are built to handle waste, and an occasional episode flushes away like anything else. Problems start when large food particles meet a weak flush or a drain line that already has buildup — something more common in Tucson and Phoenix homes because of hard […]
Best Tricks to Use to Avoid a Leaking Faucet
Best Tricks to Use to Avoid a Leaking Faucet Failing to fix a dripping faucet can cost you more than money. While it’s true that a dripping faucet won’t immediately cause major damage, it can cause minor damage, and it can be annoying. Plus, the minor issues that a leaky faucet causes can turn into […]
10 Ways to Get Rid of Limescale
10 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Limescale at Home Limescale is a byproduct of hard water containing minerals like calcium and magnesium. Hard water can slowly build up on your fixtures, eating away at the chrome-plated surfaces that are supposed to make your bathroom sparkle. If it builds up too much on a specific […]
10 Plumbing Tips Every Homeowner Needs to Know
10 Tips for Home Plumbing Success When it comes to taking care of your home, plumbing should be at the top of your priority list. There are a few things every homeowner should know about plumbing to keep their home in good condition. You can keep your plumbing system working and avoid major problems by following these […]
The 12 Best Eco-Friendly Toilet Papers
The 12 Best Eco-Friendly Toilet Papers Toilet paper and paper towels are two of the most common household items that are used all over the world every single day. If individuals turn toward using these eco-friendly toilet papers, it will create less waste and reduce their carbon footprints. The toilet paper industry has many companies […]
10 Most Common Plumbing Emergencies and How to Handle Them
The most common plumbing emergencies are burst or leaking pipes, sewer backups, clogged toilets, and water heater failures. Some demand immediate action. Others can wait a day or two without becoming disasters. Knowing the difference, and knowing what to do in the first five minutes, limits the damage and gives your plumber something manageable to […]
Signs of a Slab Leak: How to Tell If Your Home Has One
A slab leak is a leak in a water or sewer line running beneath your home’s concrete foundation. The signs are often subtle at first: a higher water bill, a warm patch on the floor, a faint sound of running water when nothing is on. In Tucson, where desert soils swell and shrink with the […]