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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The toilet is known by many names – the commode, the john, the head, the loo, the can… the list goes on. But how exactly does this porcelain throne work? In this blog, we’ll dive into the history of the toilet and its inner workings, along with some DIY recommendations.
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Nothing beats jumping into the pool on a hot day in California. Unfortunately, pools come with problems. Sometimes, it’s an easy DIY fix, like correcting a chemical imbalance using your own pool plumbing supplies. Other times, you may need to call in a professional with the know-how and the right plumbing equipment. In this blog, we’ll highlight some pool plumbing repairs you may need to take care of in the future.
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Summertime and the living is easy! Of course, activity actually increases around most homes in the summer months. That’s because the kids are on break and traveling friends and family can show up and stay for several days or weeks to take advantage of Sacramento’s great weather. Of course, this also means that you will use more water and sewage than normal, giving your sewer lines and plumbing a harder workout. Due to this added use, you may notice more frequent sewer problems during the summer months.
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When your drain is clogged, it’s not uncommon to reach for the nearest commercial drain cleaner. And for good reason – they work, often quickly clearing stubborn blockages. But, have you ever stopped to think about why they’re so effective? What you don’t know about chemical drain cleaners, their ingredients, and the way they work may surprise you.
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Do-it-yourself projects continue to gain in popularity as people take on home projects to save money and beat stress (the pandemic, which has kept many people indoors, has also increased people's tendency to tackle DIY projects). DIY trend statistics show a recent 4.2% rise in various do-it-yourself home projects!
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It’s not uncommon for DIY homeowners to treat toilet drains and flat drains (sinks and tubs) as one and the same. They’ll often use one snake and one plunger to solve for clogs in both. However, these types of drains are different, and for best results, you should use a different type of snake and plunger. Because, despite having the same function, they each work a little differently.
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It’s a new year, and for some people, that means it’s time for a new look (for their bathroom and kitchen, that is). If you’re in the market for a bathroom or kitchen remodel in Sacramento, California, you may be interested in some of the hottest trends. Of course, some of these looks are also timeless, so they’ll look just as good in your home 50 years from now as they will tomorrow. So, let’s get to the looks!
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Eventually, you may have an inevitable clog in your kitchen sink or shower drain. Getting the plumbing back in order can be frustrating and inconvenient. However, fixing these clogs doesn’t need the help of a specialist - you too can become an expert with the proper tools and right methods.
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Whether you come across a clog in your kitchen sink or a back-up in a shower drain, it can easily put a damper on your day. The last thing you're going to want to do is spend hours getting your plumbing back in working order. However, with a few simple tools, trusty methods, and a little practice, you can become an expert at doing away with pipe-clogging debris. Learn how to snake your own drain just by following our DIY tips and fix your clogged drain in no time!
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