You rely on your home’s plumbing system to run smoothly, but sometimes there are minor issues that need to be resolved. One of the more common problems with a toilet is when it keeps running, which is when you hear water running through the toilet long after it has been flushed. Not only does this waste a lot of water and cause your water bill to rise, it can be a sign of a bigger problem.…
Read More »If you have a roof that is either flat or very slightly pitched, you’ll find that water is able to collect on your roof more easily. That can be a real problem, as the water ponding creates a large amount of weight, which can often lead to leaking and the need for repairs. You should already have a guttering system for your roof, but you might also want to consider calling up a roof plumbing professional to have scuppers installed.…
Read More »It can be good to occasionally drain the tank to your home’s hot water heater to keep minerals from clinging to the side of the tank and remove rust flecks and other debris. It’s not difficult to do this on your own, but you need a hose that will fit the hot water heater valve and which is long enough to reach a drain in the bathroom floor or a nearby utility sink.…
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