5 Toilet Flapper Types & Their Advantages

Posted by William Heinselman on Jul 24 2024

The toilet flapper is a small but crucial component of your toilet's flushing mechanism. While it may seem like a simple rubber or plastic piece, choosing the right type of flapper can greatly impact the performance and efficiency of your toilet. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, DIY, Plumbing Tips

4 Causes for a Whistling Toilet and How to Fix it

Posted by William Heinselman on Jul 22 2024

Are you tired of hearing a constant whistling sound coming from your toilet? You're not alone. A whistling toilet can be annoying and disruptive, but it's also a sign that something may be wrong with your plumbing system. Let’s discuss the common causes of a whistling toilet and how you can fix it to bring peace and quiet back to your bathroom. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, DIY

How to Install a Garbage Disposal [Step-by-Step Guide]

Posted by William Heinselman on Jul 15 2024

Installing a garbage disposal may seem like a daunting task, but with the right tools and knowledge, it can be a fairly simple process. Not only does a garbage disposal make kitchen cleanup easier, but it also helps reduce waste in landfills. Read More

Topics: Plumbing in Sacramento, Home Plumbing

Why Every Real Estate Agent NEEDS to Know a Sacramento Plumber

Posted by William Heinselman on Jul 5 2024

Navigating the world of real estate can be a challenging endeavor. With a plethora of regulations to adhere to, the often prolonged process of selling properties, and the inevitable responsibility of fielding complaints when issues arise, real estate agents bear a significant burden. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Plumbing Emergencies, Drain Cleaning and Repair

Are Foul Plumbing Odors in Your Home the Result of a Plumbing Emergency?

Posted by William Heinselman on Jun 25 2024

The sudden arrival of unnatural or unpleasant odors in your home is never a reassuring thing, especially when the source of the smell is somewhere in your home’s plumbing system. Are my drains clogged? What if there is a harmful sewer gas leak? If I need to fully renovate my plumbing, how much will it cost me? Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing

10 Bathroom and Kitchen Remodeling Trends for 2024

Posted by William Heinselman on Jun 20 2024

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 bathroom and kitchen remodeling trends for this year! Read More

Topics: Trenchless Technology, Home Plumbing, Drain Cleaning and Repair

Plumbing Terms and Trenchless Repair Terms Explained

Posted by William Heinselman on Jun 12 2024

While we could go on for days defining every plumbing tool, fixture, and practice out there, we’ve condensed that information and included the most relevant plumbing terms you'll need and want to know for basic plumbing repair. Read More

Topics: Plumbing in Sacramento, Commercial Plumbing, Municipal Plumbing, Home Plumbing

What Property Owners Should Know About California Plumbing Regulations

Posted by William Heinselman on May 29 2024

Environmental consciousness isn’t a fad or even an option anymore; it’s something that’s, increasingly, becoming required by law in the form of property plumbing regulations at both the state and national level. In California, property owners have to adhere to water-conservation regulations since they were introduced in 2019. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Drain Cleaning and Repair

4 Common Drain Cleaning Mistakes for Homeowners

Posted by William Heinselman on May 24 2024

Drain cleaning is one of those common household tasks; it's ignored all too often, until we can't ignore it anymore. In fact, most of us probably don't think about our plumbing until there's an issue. Poor drain maintenance can lead to foul odors, nasty clogs, and even damaged pipes in your home. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing

15 DIY House Plumbing Tasks Every Homeowner Should Know How to Do

Posted by William Heinselman on May 23 2024

Some of us are quite handy around the house; others, not so much. However, there are a few home repairs and tasks all homeowners should know how to do. Knowing how to do these fifteen DIY house plumbing repairs can save you from calling in an expert and save you some money. Read More

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