Our Plumbing Guides are written to help homeowners troubleshoot and fix plumbing issues in their home without having to spend money on a plumber unless it’s necessary to call in a professional.
Check out our guides and learn the answers to frequently asked plumbing questions, how to troubleshoot common household plumbing problems, and more.
Dishwashers are a godsend. When pots and dishes need cleaning, the dishwasher allows you to go on about your day without spending a lot of time washing and scrubbing. In addition, they’re more hygienic: dish sponges are a breeding ground for 362 types of bacteria. Who wants to smear that on their plates? That said, hard …
If you notice your toilet is starting to show cracks, pay close attention to its nature and location. Some may be easy fixes, while others require that you buy a new toilet. If you’re a handyman, follow the instructions below for fixable cracks. If you aren’t, give us a call and we’ll gladly get your …
Once water fills the toilet tank after a flush, a floating ball prompts the water to stop flowing. When the toilet flush is pressed, the lift chain pulls a rubber flapper, which opens a hole in the bottom of the toilet tank allowing water to enter the toilet bowl. The toilet chain is a small …
Imagine taking a leisurely shower and just enjoying the hot water after a long day at work. You rinse off and reach out to shut off the water… except it doesn’t shut off at all. How is this possible? You keep turning and turning the shower knob, but the water stream is still coming out, full …
Is your toilet’s water level lower than usual? Is your toilet bowl not filling with water after flushing? This common occurrence has a few potential culprits, and luckily, most are easy to adjust with a little plumbing know-how and a few minutes of your time. 4 Causes of Low Toilet Water Levels & How to …
Between hair, soap scum, and the like, bathtub drains are no strangers to stubborn clogs. Sure, you can call a plumber every time your bathtub drain is clogged, or you can learn a few quick tricks that professional plumbers use in their own homes. Read on to learn 3 easy ways you can unclog your …
Can’t get rid of bad toilet smells? Not able to figure out why your toilet smells? No one wants to walk into their bathroom only to be greeted by an offensive odor coming from a smelly toilet. What’s worse is these toilet smells are often carried into other parts of your home, giving your entire …
No one wants to be in the middle of a nice, relaxing hot shower when suddenly it happens. You run out of hot water and are immediately violated by a rush of cold water. No one likes a cold shower, it’s like being caught in the rain without an umbrella. Does your hot water run …
Does your water heater smell like it’s burning? A burning smell coming from your water heater is often a sign of one of the components overheating or failing. Do not ignore these smells as they indicate a potential fire risk with your water heater. If you’ve traced a burning odor back to your water heater, …
