According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 90 gallons of water get wasted every day due to leaks in the waterline. Up to 10% of homes have untreated water line leaks. When you have a break in your water line, you’re well on your way to having to replace...
PVC pipes were first made in 1932 and have since become one of the most popular piping materials in the world. Copper pipes have been used for thousands of years, including by the ancient Romans. They are also a top contender for the most popular pipe in the world....
Maybe you’re making some updates to your bathtub? Perhaps you’re remodeling your bathroom in its entirety? Whatever the case may be, you’re looking to install a new showerhead. The only question you have now is: what types of showerheads are...
In the United States, between 30 and 40 percent of food is wasted. For many of us, our only interaction with this waste is what happens to the food in our home. To help reduce that contribution, many people are installing a new garbage disposal. Garbage disposals help...
One of the biggest dangers to your home during the winter is busted water pipes. Water damage is extremely costly and difficult to clean up. While there is nothing you can do about the weather, there are steps you can take to help prevent pipes from freezing. They are...
In the US, the average cost to hire a plumber is $45 to $150 an hour. Seeing as these rates can take a fair amount out of your bank account, it’s best to nip problems in the bud before they grow to be huge repair jobs that take hours to fix. If you need some...