How and When to Snake Your Own Drain

December 6, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

Clogged pipes can be a big hassle. Even if you do everything right and are mindful about what you put down your drains, blockages can still occur. Fixing it yourself is possible, but like any do-it-yourself home project, it has the potential to go awry. You may be wondering, “Can I snake my own drain?” The answer is, yes—with conditions. You should do research and be careful. Can a drain snake break a pipe? It can certainly damage your pipes, though it might not break them. You could also injure yourself if you’re not careful, so do consider having a... View Article

A Plumber’s Guide: How to Avoid a Holiday Plumbing Disaster

November 22, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year. It allows people to join together and spend time with the ones they love, while meditating on all that they’re thankful for. But if you’re hosting guests, you’ll want to know how to get your home ready for the holidays. While you’ll probably clean your home and fix any nagging household issues, you should consider your home’s plumbing. You might be wondering, “How do I prepare my house for holiday guests?” When it comes to your plumbing, there are a few steps you can take, and that’s what this article... View Article

Seven Things That Don’t Belong in the Drain

October 28, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

While drains offer convenient disposal solutions for a variety of liquids and solids, there are plenty of things that don’t belong down your kitchen or bathroom drain. Here’s a brief guide to cover some of the most-talked-about topics when it comes to drains: what to not put down the kitchen sink, and what do you do with chemicals that are not safe to pour down the drain. What to not put down the kitchen sink Regardless of whether you have a garbage disposal or not, some items and substances should never go down the drain. Not only can some of... View Article

How to Fix a Leaky Faucet in Four Simple Steps

October 14, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

Are you a homeowner asking yourself, “How do I fix a leaky faucet?” It’s actually quite simple to stop bathroom or kitchen faucets from leaking, but doing it yourself is usually only a temporary fix that involves replacing the cartridge or stem. Here’s a simple guide to fixing a leaky faucet on your own. Step 1: Turn off the water Whether the leaky fixture is a single-handle, double-handle or even a wand or twisting-ball faucet, you need to shut off the water supply to start your leaky faucet temporary fix. Simply twist the valve under your sink, or, if you... View Article

Stinky Sink, Be Gone!

September 30, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

Sometimes when we walk into the kitchen, we immediately ask, “What’s that smell?” When there’s something cooking, it’s because we’re excited about what the answer might be, but if there’s nothing cooking, it’s more of a nervous, worried question. If you’ve ever been in the latter situation, you might next be asking, “How do I get rid of a smelly drain?” The good news is most of the time, if a sink smells bad, there are things you can do to handle the problem on your own. Here are some reasons why your sink may stink, as well as ways... View Article