Emergency plumbing repair can be expensive, but with the right tools, you may be able to take care of many clogs and leaks yourself. Clogged sinks and toilets, dripping faucets, and leaky pipes are all common home plumbing problems that a handy DIY homeowner could repair. When you need emergency plumbing repair, you may need…
When water falls as rain, it’s naturally “soft.” So how does water become “hard” before it flows through our faucets? As rainwater flows along the ground and into the lakes and rivers we get our water supply from, it picks up trace amounts of minerals along the way. Those minerals affect how the water feels…
There are few home plumbing problems as inconvenient and potentially detrimental as a leaky pipe. If left untreated, water leaks can lead to costly damage to floors, walls, and household belongings, as well as hefty water bills. Here is some information to help you in your leak detection efforts so you can get it repaired…
Plumbing is easily the most complex facet of kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects and every city has its own plumbing code. The City of Phoenix uses International and Uniform Plumbing Code with a few amendments. The Phoenix Plumbing Code is intended to reflect the latest in technology and safety measures and following it will help…
According to Home Advisor, the average cost of a bathroom remodel is $9,285, with the majority of homeowners spending anywhere from $5000-$13,000 installing new fixtures, flooring and cabinets. Do your plans for this year include a DIY plumbing bathroom remodel? If so, here are a few tips to get you started. 1. Set a Budget and Stay in…
Sometimes you want to try a DIY plumbing project before calling a professional. DIY plumbing projects can save you money if you have the time and the patience to get the work done right. The first step is knowing what you have the patience for and when you need to hire help. Easy DIY Plumbing…
A toilet seems simple enough. You look inside and it appears that the system that flushes the toilet is relatively basic. What happens when the toilet water keeps running or runs intermittently? You might have a leaky toilet and it’s likely that you’re using more water than you’d expect. You could be wasting as much…
If you are a homeowner or plan to be soon you will eventually have a plumbing issue. It’s not if you have one; it’s when you have one. Not all plumbing problems are urgent. Small problems such as a leaky faucet, clogged drain or a dripping pipe are not an emergency. Emergency plumbing issues are…