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There are so many ways we can ease our impact on the environment. Making your home plumbing system more environmentally friendly is one of them. Greening up your plumbing will have direct benefits on the environment, and will save you money in the long run. These 5 improvements to your plumbing system will make the [...]
If you’re looking to add value to your home, consider some strategic plumbing upgrades. Coordinate Kitchen & Bathroom Fixtures. The faucets and sinks in your home are part of your plumbing system. Upgrading to more efficient and attractive fixtures is a good move. Take it a step further by coordinating the style throughout your home. The [...]
Outdated plumbing is a common problem in Minnesota homes. Located behind walls and beneath floors, plumbing upgrades are often overlooked. If you notice reduced water quality or water volume, call a professional plumber to diagnose your problem. While most plumbing systems are very durable and are able to last for several decades, there are some [...]
The whole point of Do-It-Yourself projects is to save money and gain satisfaction. There are tons of things you can do yourself around your home that will save you time and money. These six things aren’t on that list: Home additions. Knocking down walls is irresistible fun. It isn’t as easy as swinging a sledge hammer, [...]
The short answer is because something is blocking it. Clogged drains are the result of gunk, junk, hair, garbage and goo restricting the flow of water through your pipes. The longer answer involves the age of your plumbing system, the material it is made of, the history of your home and the way you and [...]
Most homeowners have the skill and motivation to fix a number of common plumbing problems. Doing it yourself is a satisfying way to save money and gain knowledge about how your plumbing system works. Bigger jobs, however, are best left to professionals. The potential for further damage and cost is too great to not entrust major [...]
In-Tank Cleaners Keep Your Toilet Fresh & Clean. Most in-tank cleaners should actually be called deodorizers. In-tank cleaners mask the color the odor of bacteria and other toilet growth, but they do not eliminate them. By relying on in-tank cleaners, you may cause a larger problem in the long run. “Gunk” can continue to grow unchecked [...]
You love your garbage disposal. It makes food scraps disappear, reduces the amount of garbage you have, keeps your home plumbing fresh and clean and increases the value of your home. Wow! Learn to take care of it so it can keep taking care of you: Use it. Your garbage disposal is like a fully [...]
Your hot water heater is a workhorse. Day or night, it’s churning out perfectly heated water whenever you want it. So when it suddenly goes on the fritz, most of us tend to panic. Fortunately a non-functioning water heater doesn’t always mean a costly repair. Before making an emergency call to your plumber, we suggest you take [...]
It’s tempting to use the toilet as a trashcan. With a simple flush, it sends away whatever you put in it. But before you send your discarded artifacts to a watery grave, consider the risk you are taking. Not only does sending trash down the toilet pose environmental risks, it could mean a call to [...]