How To Unclog a Sink: Tips From Plumbing Pros
My Sink is Clogged: Where Do I Start? When you’re dealing with a stopped-up sink, there’s a number of things that could be the problem. Hair, food, and other debris can buildup in your drain until it just won’t let the water pass freely. When this happens, you have to figure out the best way…
Read MorePros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters
Pros and Cons: Where to Start? Tankless water heaters can provide endless hot water, savings on your monthly energy consumption, and instant hot water for convenience and comfort. But for everything good there is always something lurking behind it that could be an issue. When it comes to the pros and cons of tankless water…
Read MoreIs It Safe to Tape a Tripped Breaker ‘On’?
Can You Tape a Breaker ‘On’? If you’re wondering ‘is it safe to tape a breaker into the ‘on’ position’ or whether to bypass the breaker in a different way, it is important to understand what purpose your breaker is serving. A breaker, known correctly as a ‘circuit breaker’, is designed to break the circuit…
Read More3 Types of Plungers and Where They’re Used
Did You Know There Were 3 Different Types of Plungers? Plungers, also called ‘the plumber’s helper’, are hand tools composed of a stick with a rubber suction cup at one end. There are three types of plungers considered to be these helping hands that are used to unclog drains. These are most commonly associated with…
Read MoreHow to Properly Clean and Store Your Plunger
Have You Ever Taken the Time to Clean Your Plunger? If you’ve had to unclog a toilet recently, you know how important (and nasty) your plunger is. After each use, knowing how to properly clean and store your plunger is necessary for maintaining cleanliness in your home. Plungers are important tools, and safer than Drano,…
Read MoreSix Ways to Unclog a Toilet
Your How-To Guide on How to Unclog a Toilet If you’re dealing with a stoppage and needing to unclog a toilet fast, there are six main ways to go about it. But it might get a bit crappy, pun intended, so be prepared. If you don’t have the stomach for it, or you think the…
Read MoreWhat Should You Ask Plumbers and Electricians?
Plumbers and Electricians Are Different Than Other Tradesmen When it comes to the plumbing and electrical trades, there are several differences as compared to HVAC, landscaping, roofing, and other professional home services. These differences include how the licensing works, availability of materials, and some stark cultural differences and the subsequent customer experiences. Understanding these differences…
Read MoreRunning Power to Your Shed or Garage: What You Need to Know
Are You Considering Running Power to Your Shed or Detached Garage? When considering running power to your shed or detached garage, we highly recommend using a licensed electrician. It may or may not be legal for you to do yourself in your area, but even if it is this is not a simple project. You…
Read MoreElectricians in Winter: How the Seasons Change Things
Is Electrical a Seasonal Service? At any time of year your electrical systems can fail. However, many parts of the electrical repair industry is seasonal for a number of reasons that impact both contractors and consumers. The need and elective want for services vary based on time of year, and winter is probably the time…
Read MoreIs Your Water Heater Leaking?
Understanding Water Heaters Is your water heater leaking? If so, that’s a big deal since water heaters are one of the most used and essential appliances in our homes today. They provide hot water for many of our daily tasks like bathing and cleaning. As is the case with any other appliance they are prone…
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