Hard water may be one of the most common plumbing problems across the country. An incredible 85% of the United States has hard water, so there’s a strong likelihood that you live in a state with hard water problems. When it comes to residential plumbing, understanding the difference between hard and soft water is crucial. So, let's take a look at the differences between hard and soft water, why it’s important to recognize the signs of hard water, and what hard water solutions are available.
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Sewer line backups and replacements are plumbing nightmares that can be both tedious and expensive. Homeowners are obviously responsible for their own residential plumbing, such as a clogged sink drain. However, what about problems with the sewer system past your property line or problems with a sewer line from the house to the street? Basically, you want to know, when is the city responsible for sewer lines and plumbing repair? There are some cases where the city or municipality will be held responsible for fixing, while others will leave the homeowner responsible.
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Home drain clogs happen, and they can be a hassle. But because people have to live with them, they’re more careful about what they put down them.
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If your home is experiencing a clogged main sewer line, you may be wondering how to fix it. You may also be wondering if you need to call a professional plumber or if you can unclog the line yourself.
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If your toilet is not flushing properly, it can be a huge inconvenience. Not only is it frustrating to have to deal with a running toilet, but it can also be messy and unpleasant for your home.
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Whether you’ve just purchased your first home, are renting a property, or have been a homeowner for decades, it's never a bad idea to brush up on your home improvement skills. Having some DIY knowledge for common plumbing issues can save you a lot of time and money in the long run.
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Plumbing nightmares can happen to anyone. Most of us probably know someone who’s experienced some plumbing disasters, or maybe you’ve seen some viral memes with funny plumbing pictures.
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Traffic on Reddit is as busy as the South Sacramento Freeway during rush hour! In May 2022, the online forum measured approximately 1.7 billion visits, making it one of the most-visited websites, according to Statista. So while social sharing websites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram gather all the attention, Reddit is becoming a stealth social powerhouse. But what is Reddit? How does it work? And why is Reddit great for DIYers and plumbers alike?
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Properly installed gutters and roof drains help protect your residential or commercial property from rain and other conditions. But like most installations, gutters and drains require regular maintenance to continue getting the job done. The most common fix you’ll likely have to perform is unclogging, and there are numerous ways to do this. In this blog, we’ll discuss the best way to clean clogged gutters and clogged roof drains, and get this: You may not even have to get on the roof!
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Dishwashers have become a major convenience in our lives. We load up the day’s dishes, run a cleaning cycle, and spend the next hour completing other tasks. It’s so easy, we often take having a dishwasher for granted – until it suddenly isn’t working. The food particles and other items that collect in your dishwasher over time can create clogs and cause backups that limit performance.
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