Plumbing

4 Ways to Avoid Plumbing Clogs This Summer
Plumbing

4 Ways to Avoid Plumbing Clogs This Summer

​​Clogs in your plumbing can cause a lot of problems, especially during the summer when there are many activities and children at school. There are a few things you can do to prevent clogs from your plumbing this summer. These tips will show you how to take care of your pipes, and how to keep your home free from clogs. 1. Pay Attention to What Goes Down the Drain It's easy to flush things down your drain, especially during the summer. Grease and oils can build up during summer barbecues. All this oil begins as a liquid but becomes a solid when it cools and congesals. Clogs can develop in your pipes when this happens. Allow oils and fats in their liquid state to congeal in a container and place it in the refrigerator. Then, throw them out in their solid form. You don't have to wait for oi...
Small Trees
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Small Trees

Maybe you are looking to add more trees to your backyard but don't know what to pick. Maybe you are scared of starting a forest as trees tend to grow, and grow, and grow. Maybe you just want some little accent to a deck area or around a pool. Well, you're in luck because there are plenty of little trees to choose from that won't go totally rogue on you in a few years and that will be pretty additions to your yard.First up is the Fernleaf Fullmoon Maple, yes, it's a mouthful, but this native Japanese species gives any yard a hit of colour and texture with its dense leaves. The medium green colour gives way to beautiful red, orange red or orange yellow leaves come fall, depending on the variety you choose, and while some can grow as much as 30 feet, there are smaller versions available too. ...
Plumbing

When Is It a Good Time to Call a Professional Plumber?

Plumbing projects can sometimes be handled by a homeowner. Other times though, plumbing projects really do need to be handled by a professional.Some of the projects that fall under the category of needing to be handled by a professional are listed below.1) Moving current plumbing features- If you're planning on moving a toilet or a sink from one place to another within your bathroom, it's a good idea that you hire a professional. Professional plumbers can make sure you have the right permits to do the job properly, and that you don't make any small mistakes that end up being very costly for you in the long run.2) Stoppage of the main line- If your toilet starts backing up into your shower or tub, chances are your main line is stopped up. Dealing with a main plumbing line is much more compl...
Plumbing

How to Choose a Decent Plumber

When you need a plumber, it is really usually unexpected, all is running smoothly, then you find the boiler has broken, or your sink is blocked beyond your own repair.You are in a rush and need to find a suitable plumber.The internet is the tool we use these days, but there are numerous plumbers advertising on the internet and the ability to choose one who will guarantee to do your work efficiently and cost effectively, is a lottery.So how do you find one who will serve your needs at a price you can afford?Well, firstly, check they are Gas Safe registered, this will eliminate most unprofessional companies immediately. There are many out there!!Also ask to see their Gas Safe registration, as this will confirm their credentials in this field.If they say they have lost it, or indeed they hav...
Plumbing

Hints and Tips To Help You Do Your Own Plumbing

When you develop plumbing issues in your home, chances are that you become frustrated. Usually, this is because you do not know how to fix it. Although major plumbing problems require the help of professionals, simple problems can be fixed by you. The following article will give you easy plumbing tips.Make sure you get a good recommendation or check the references before you hire a plumber. With good recommendations, it will assure that you are hiring an experienced plumber. If the experienced plumber is professional, he will have a fully stocked truck and be able to complete most small jobs in one visit.The best thing you can do if you smell a foul odor coming from your toilet is to call a plumber. There is a good chance that you may have a sewer backup. Not only can this cause pipe damag...
Plumbing

Caring For Your Septic System

Every home has its own septic system and it is the homeowner's responsibility to conduct regular maintenance and inspection of the system. The septic system consists of a drainfield, septic tank and distribution box. These are connected by pipes. All household wastewater goes into the septic tank where it gets partially treated and separated from the heavy solids. The partially treated wastewater flows into a distribution box. From there it drains into gravel trenches and then seeps slowly into the drainfield where it gets further purified.Dangers Of An Abused Or Neglected Septic SystemWhen a septic system is working properly, the wastewater gets fully treated and purified in the drainfield and it does not pollute the groundwater. However, if it malfunctions or fails, it can create a pleth...
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Simple Plumbing Tips – Using Sealant to Fix Your Plumbing System

Thousands of people are spending thousands of dollars for their plumbing system, while millions of people are spending hundreds of dollars just to fix simple repairs. Although there are some who are already aware of the simple plumbing repairs that they can do, majority are still unaware of the things that should be done when dealing with problems in their plumbing system.A sealant can solve almost all of the problems that you have with your plumbing system. Aside from being very useful, it is also not that expensive, so there won't be any reason for you not to have it with you. A sealant can also be used on your roof, so you don't have to worry about buying something that you will only be used once.How does it work?A sealant is a substance that feels like clay when molding. This will allo...
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Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Drain Clog (Or How To Choose A Good Plumber)

It was time to stop wading in his shower, and dive head first into his problem! Just like you, Alexander knew that every time he took a shower (or bath on occasion), there was all kinds of particles, hair, and who-knows-what entering his drain. Ideally, most of it passes through and goes... where does it all go? Well, it goes away. But some of that stuff seems to stick around, probably hanging out at a turn, maybe even backing up all the way to the top. And once that water flow becomes restricted, it only becomes worse and worse, which is about where this story comes in. Alexander had heard all kinds of ways to handle something like this, so he hopped onto Google, and went to work.The first thing he tried was using a plunger. It worked for his toilet, so why not the shower? He ran some hot...