Everyone knows who Albert Einstein is. For those that don't, he was a famous physicist who was born in 1879 and died in 1954. He is most famous for his theory of relativity which is summed up as E=MC2. This translates into Energy = Mass X the speed of light squared. It is the fundamental principle which made us understand the how energy and mass are related and unlocked modern physics for the masses. What if I told you that this genus also had a desire to be a plumber? In a candid letter to The Reporter magazine, Einstein dropped ...
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Average U.S. household water bills hit $70 monthly in 2025. As the price of having potable water delivered into your home or business increases it becomes very apparent that every drop counts. The good news? Simple plumbing upgrades can slash your water usage by up to 30% without sacrificing comfort. Here is a short list of some upgrades you can have done (or do yourself) to improve efficiency and save money on your water bill. Install Low-Flow Showerheads and Faucets Showers and faucets account for the majority of your water use. In fact, that number is almost 70%. Low ...
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When it comes to major plumbing fixes it is usually a good idea to call your plumber. Plumbing isn't something which can be learned overnight by watching a YouTube video. It requires a clear understanding of how pipes use gravity to move liquids and how pipes fit together properly to ensure this happens correctly. There are some simple additions you can utilize to make your bathroom better though. What about a bidet add-on which you can install yourself? These are all the rage right now and require 15 minutes to install. People who have these bidets swear by them. A ...
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The word "sump" refers to a pit or low-lying area, typically in a basement or crawlspace, where water collects due to gravity. The term originates from Middle English "sump," meaning a marsh or low ground, and is related to Old English and Old Norse words for swamp or bog. Up north, sump pump can be found mostly in basements but most houses in Florida don't have basements. Still, we have crawl spaces, and our living spaces are just inches off the ground. Florida is a very rainy state. In fact, it is #5 of 50 for receiving the most rainfall ...
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One day you wake up, use the bathroom and realize there is water seeping from the bottom of your toilet. You may then think to yourself "this is going to be an expensive fix.". But I have good news for you. It most likely won't be expensive at all. When it comes to water seeping out from the bottom of your toilet, near the base, it really comes down to a few things it could be. Water Coming from Elsewhere There is a chance that the water pipe connecting to your toilet is leaking and the water is just pooling ...
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In any field that has been around for a while, there will be all kinds of myths and wives' tales which accompany it. This hold especially true for the field of plumbing, which is thousands of years old. Modern plumbing usually involves conversation about anything happening in the home. This means pipes and fixtures within your residence which exist to make your life more convenient and sanitary. Let's take a look at some myths associated with plumbing and debunk them together... shall we? Flushable Wipes are Totally Safe to Flush They may advertise them as "flushable", but these materials simply ...
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Nobody wants to have to call a professional to their home to work on a problem. You already know it is going to be an expense before you even make the call. But that is the reality of dealing with complex systems, such as plumbing and electrical. You can do a great deal more damage trying to work on these things yourself vs. hiring a professional. Knowing when to call a professional plumber in Melbourne is important. You can save yourself untold amounts of money by having it done right the first time by a licensed pro. Here are some ...
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Many of us are from the old school where our toilets were pretty simple. There is a lever you push down, and all the toilet's contents are safely removed from your bathroom. But the 2020's are seeing an uptick in toilet complexity. For one thing, we have noticed more people ordering and installing bidets. These are the seated platforms that project water upward to help users get extra clean. Although they have been around for a long time, demand in the United States is just now taking off. The other major trend we have seen in regard to types of ...
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Modern plumbing makes the world a better place. It brings in fresh potable water and removes dirty and dangerous wastewater. It's one of the conveniences we take for granted. Whenever something goes wrong with our plumbing, it becomes apparent right away and you suddenly realize just how important it is. Before modern plumbing, humans were forced to live right on (or right near) water sources such as lakes, rivers, springs and streams. Modern plumbing allowed small villages to become towns and cities. Sometimes water is carried many miles from its source before it is used. You may ask yourself "what ...
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Florida is no stranger to disaster. Every year we look down the barrel of oncoming hurricanes and tropical storms. These storms bring with them high winds, flooding, tornados, flying objects and much more. Your home is a barrier to these storms but making sure the internal systems are built to withstand these natural disasters is the only way to go. Understanding Plumbing Vulnerabilities in Disasters Every disaster poses unique challenges to your plumbing system: Floods: Can overwhelm drainage systems, cause sewage backups, or contaminate water supplies. Earthquakes: May crack pipes, dislodge fittings, or disrupt municipal water lines. Hurricanes: Often combine ...
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