A faucet was originally the name given to the apparatus that you stuck into a cask or barrel that allowed the liquid inside to flow. As you can imagine, this was particularly popular with beer casks in old England. Now the name applies to the apparatus in which water flows at your kitchen or bathroom sink. There are multiple types of faucets for both bathroom and kitchen. In this article we wil list those types and give a a brief explanation of each. (more…)
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Hard water is a topic that many people know little about. We often get asked about what hard water is. And people want to know how it can hurt them. The natural follow-up question is how they can fix it. People with sensitive skin will often recognize hard water right away. They can feel it on their skin. It can feel abrasive and leave their skin dry and irritated. People with less sensitive skin can take a shower in hard water and not even know it. But the damage hard water can cause does not stop at the surface level. ...
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All humans, and living creatures for that matter, need water to survive. Water serves many functions in the human body. Without it we don't exist. So, the quality of water that goes into your body will affect your overall life experience. Contaminated water has been responsible for many deaths throughout history and has made national news lately in Flint, Michigan. It was discovered the water at municipal water supply was tainted with lead (a known poison). So, how can you make sure your water is safe for drinking? (more…)
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There are some people that may think the idea of water conservation is a ploy or political trick to sway people to think or vote a certain way. But, there are indisputable facts when it comes to Earth's fresh water. There is a finite supply. Only 1% of Earth's water is fresh water, ie., water than can be ingested by animals. The rest is salt water or frozen in glaciers. The amount of energy it takes to work on the Earth's glaciers or to run desalinization plants is enormous. Places like Nevada and California are running out of water. Some ...
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You may have seen the flooding that it happening up north on the news. Flooding can happen to most people in a bad enough storm. It is important to have a plan ready in case of flooding. Or you may suffer from a burst pipe sometime in the future. In any event, it is always a good idea to be prepared and know what to do if a large amount of water is entering your home. (more…)
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There are numerous types of faucets on the market. With so many, a plumber has to be up to date on the types that may be leaking in a home. Here are some common faucets that are found and problems that can arise with them. Leaky Faucets are a Common Problem A common problem found in most households is having a leaky faucet. Most people ignore it when it can be a simple fix. While, some may be worse than others, it might be ideal to try a quick fix before calling in a plumber for the job. Shut off ...
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Your sump pump is an incredibly important part of your home, but it is often overlooked. It gets forgotten about until it stops functioning, then it gets a lot of attention. Instead of waiting for it to fail, it is best to consider signs that your sump pump may need some help. Here are a few signs you need to make sure you take note of so you can avoid a sump pump failure when you need it most. Your Sump Pump Frequently Goes On and Off Your sump pump is designed to kick on when the water in your ...
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Everyone has dealt with a plumbing emergency at one point or another throughout their lives. It could have been flushing too much toilet paper and receiving an extremely large backflow, or clogging the sink while letting the dishwater out. Small things such as these may happen, but what happens when the emergency involves calling a licensed plumber? Some people tend to attempt do-it-yourself repairs on their personal plumbing and end up making the situation much worse. There are a few emergency jobs only a licensed plumber is trained to handle, that the average person might not be able to take ...
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The first place a person notices their hot water heater isn’t performing up to par is in the shower. The faucet handle gradually gets placed further and further to the red side or it stops working all together. You could call a plumber to address the issue, but you can save money. A few simple diagnostics with the right tools can help you decide what to do. Not Enough Hot Water If your problem is not enough hot water, the thermostat may be set too low. Every water heater, gas or electric, has a thermostat to adjust how hot the ...
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We’ve all been there. You step into the shower expecting a nice hot stream of water to wash in and it’s lukewarm or even cold. Or maybe you’ve stepped into the shower and the water got hotter and hotter and hotter until you felt like scalding water was pouring over you. Either scenario is frustrating to say the least. What exactly is going on? The first thing you need to find out is if the problem is isolated to the one water source. Is the water temperature working everywhere else in your home or only affecting your shower? If all ...
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