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One of the most widely used and cost effective new plumbing solutions to hit the market in decades is pex plumbing. Pex tubing is plastic plumbing pipe that is perfect for residential use. It’s easy to install, cheaper than traditional copper plumbing, and has a great track record when it comes to performance. It is…

An indirect water heater is one of the most energy-efficient, low-cost water heaters on the market today. In fact, when paired up with a specially designed high-efficiency boiler or furnace, these water heaters steal the show. Whether you need a replacement for a broken heater or you’re just looking for a smart, water-heating alternative, an…

Failure to maintain your septic system can result in backups, leaks and pricey replacements. Here are a few tips to help you keep your septic system healthy: Watch what you flush. Certain household items won’t break down in your septic tank. Keep these materials out of your septic system: Baby wipes Dental floss Diapers Cotton…

Sump pumps are lifesavers. If you live in an area with a lot of moisture or a high water table, your basement is always at risk for flooding, but a quality sump pump redirects any incoming water away from your home’s foundation. However, like all technology, these machines sometimes run into difficulties. They work almost…

If you have water damage in your home, there’s a series of steps you need to follow to solve your problem. These include identifying the source of the damage, fixing that problem and then dealing with the water damage itself. Finding the Source of Your Water Damage Water damage is not always easy to figure…

The term “hard water” refers to any water that retains larger amount of minerals, such as calcium and magnesium. These minerals can cause many negative side-effects to your home because they can build up lime scale in your pipes and seriously reduce, or even block, proper water flow. The best way to remove these destructive…

In a culture that’s on the move, filling a bathtub is often too time consuming and impractical to fit into a daily routine. While showers are a must have in newer construction, some older properties are sadly lacking in this department. Whether you’re looking for a separate stall, or just an addition to the existing…

In general, tap water in the United States is perfectly safe for human consumption. However, sometimes you may notice a funny color, odor, or taste. These often come from otherwise harmless contaminants like chlorine, sulfur, iron, and manganese. Home drinking water purification is a snap when it comes to filtering out these benign contaminates; in…

Have you ever noticed that when you’re the last one to take a shower that half-way through you get a cold surprise? Or has this happened to you: when you turn on the hot water, you scald your hands. This is probably because you have a traditional water heater. However, tankless hot water heaters are…

Are you tired of the same look to every sink: the traditional basin, the old-fashioned knobs or levers, and then of course the everyday faucet. No matter what kind of unit you own, every faucet looks almost exactly the same: a long piece of metal jutting over your kitchen and bathroom sinks, tubs, and showers….