How to Fix a Leaking Toilet
If you’re going to fix something, you must first know what it is inside the item that needs fixing. That is why, when dealing with a problematic toilet, one must first make a careful observation in order to discover the problem. If the problem turns out to be external, immediate service is required, as external toilet problems have the tendency to be catastrophic. Due to the severity of the situation, if one does not take immediate action, a leak might...
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Mistakes to Avoid So You Don’t Have to Call the Plumber
Sometimes plumbing problems just happen. Thanks to the age of the house or the fixtures or other circumstances beyond your control, sometimes things just break down. However, sometimes plumbing problems happen because homeowners make avoidable mistakes. Here’s the scoop on common mistakes that you can avoid making so that you don’t have to call the plumber. Mistake #1 – Cramming the Garbage Disposal Yes, the garbage disposal is there to grind up food waste. No, you can’t just cram everything...
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Plungers – What You Need To Know About Them
Perhaps the most valuable tool for dealing with home plumbing issues is the plunger. The plunger is sometimes called the “plumber’s helper” because it can easily cure many home plumbing crisis. It certainly isn’t glamorous, but it does come in handy when you have a clog. Types of Plungers Many people don’t realize that there are actually two types of plungers. There is the sink plunger and the toilet plunger. For obvious sanitary reasons, you may want to use each...
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Not Everything is Flushable: Avoid the Toilet Back Up
Toilet paper has come a long way. From rough and scratchy to soft and plush, you can pamper your rear end with posh toilet paper. While your rear end might enjoy the supple softness of the newest multi-ply brand of toilet paper, you pipes are not. When luxuriously thick toilet paper get flushed, it does not always make it down the drain. This problem results in clogged toilets and emergency calls to plumbers like us. Toilet Paper Clogging the Plumbing...
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Which Drain Cleaner is Right for You?
Choosing the Best Drain Cleaners There are several different ways to clean your drains, and there isn’t one that is necessarily the best. The drain cleaner that is best is dependent upon the particular situation. In order to choose the best drain cleaner, you need to know where the clog is located, and the source of the clog, if possible. With those factors in mind you can use the following guidelines to help you deal with the toughest clogs. Bathroom...
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