Tag: plumbing

How To Prevent Clogged Drains

Subscribe to the Remodeler TV Blog for home remodeling and maintenance tips. As they say, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Prevention in this case is defined as a sound home drain preventative maintenance program. In other words, don’t give drain troubles a chance to start! With care and a few […]

What Is Hard Water?

Subscribe to the Remodeler TV Blog for home remodeling and maintenance tips. The elements that generally cause hard water are calcium and magnesium. They often show up in the form of a green and white build-up on faucets or spots on dishes from the dishwasher. While some people claim to dislike soft water and feel […]

Do You Have A Septic System?

Subscribe to the Remodeler TV Blog for home remodeling and maintenance tips. Septic Tanks and Fields make up your septic system if your home is so equipped. This system is both a sewer and treatment plant. Waste is washed into the septic tank where much of it is broken down into liquids by natural bacteria. […]

What Every Homeowner Should Know About Plumbing

Know the location of the main water shut-off valve; it’s usually by the water meter. Also know where additional shut-off valves are for your water heater, water softener, clothes washer, dishwasher and all kitchen and bathroom sinks. Test those shut-off valves once each year to make sure they operate properly. If you notice dripping water […]

What Every Homeowner Should Know About Plumbing

Know the location of the main water shut-off valve; it’s usually by the water meter. Also know where additional shut-off valves are for your water heater, water softener, clothes washer, dishwasher and all kitchen and bathroom sinks. Test those shut-off valves once each year to make sure they operate properly. If you notice dripping water […]

Thinking of a Tankless Water Heater?

Caryl Owen, a loyal viewer of our TV show, is interested in installing a tankless water heater in her home. Her plumber advised her that a tankless water heater would not provide sufficient water pressure for a multi-head shower system. Caryl emailed asking  for our input on this issue. We checked with one of our […]

Help … My Drain Is Clogged – Part 6

As they say, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Prevention in this case is defined as a sound home drain preventative maintenance program. In other words, don’t give drain troubles a chance to start! With care and a few simple preventative measures, the homeowner or renter can minimize drain, sewer or […]

Help … My Drain Is Clogged – Part 5

As they say, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Prevention in this case is defined as a sound home drain preventative maintenance program. In other words, don’t give drain troubles a chance to start! With care and a few simple preventative measures, the homeowner or renter can minimize drain, sewer or […]