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How Regular Plumbing Maintenance Prevents Costly Emergencies
By Laura Lovejoy
Published Mar 19th, 2025 4:00AM
Regular plumbing maintenance helps prevent unexpected failures, protects infrastructure, and ensures compliance with health and safety regulations. Here’s how routine maintenance can save your business from costly emergencies.
5 Common Commercial Plumbing Issues That Could Cost Your Business Thousands
By Laura Lovejoy
Published Mar 19th, 2025 4:00AM
Even minor plumbing issues can lead to significant disruptions, expensive repairs, and lost revenue. Here are five common commercial plumbing problems that business owners should address immediately to avoid costly damage.
The Risks of Plumbing and Frozen Pipes
By Alex Kopacz
Published Dec 17th, 2024 5:00AM
Proper insulation and preventive measures against frozen pipes are vital during the winter season. Understanding the science behind why pipes freeze and burst is key to implementing effective preventive strategies.
Hot Water Heater Maintenance
By Laura Lovejoy
Published Aug 30th, 2024 4:00AM
Regular hot water heater maintenance prolongs lifespan, increases efficiency, and ensures safety. Key tasks include inspecting the anode rod, flushing the tank, checking temperature, and testing the pressure relief valve.
Why you should hire a licensed plumber rather than the guy down the street!
By Laura Lovejoy
Published Jan 29th, 2024 5:00AM
When it comes to plumbing issues in your home, it's tempting to seek the quickest and cheapest solution. However, choosing to hire a licensed plumber instead of "the guy down the street" can make a world of difference in terms of safety, quality, and
Understanding the Risks of Plumbing and Frozen Pipes
By Don Dodds
Published Dec 4th, 2023 5:00AM
Proper insulation and preventive measures against frozen pipes are vital during the winter season. Understanding the science behind why pipes freeze and burst is key to implementing effective preventive strategies.
Plumbing Emergencies: A Guide to Prevention and Quick Action
By Don Dodds
Published Jul 7th, 2023 4:00AM
Plumbing emergencies can strike fear into the heart of anyone. However, with the right knowledge and preparation, you can navigate these unexpected incidents smoothly.
This Could Happen to You: Woman Receives $68,000+ Water Bill With No Explanation
By Effie Ross
Published Mar 8th, 2023 5:00AM
Yvonne Wes contacted us when she ended up with an outrageous water bill. “They never explained how that water bill got that high,” she told us.
When to Call a Plumber for a Clogged Drain
By Effie Ross
Published Mar 15th, 2021 4:00AM
Some plumbing issues are easy to fix on your own. For instance, a clogged drain is often simple to unclog. However, it’s important to know the limits of your abilities.
Why You Need a Professional Plumber
By Effie Ross
Published Sep 9th, 2020 4:00AM
When it comes to more complicated plumbing problems, well-meaning homeowners often cause more problems than they solve. Here are some of the very good reasons why you need a professional plumber.
What Plumbing Problems are DIY and When Do You Need a Pro
By Effie Ross
Published May 9th, 2020 4:00AM
When you have plumbing problems, you may hesitate before grabbing the phone. Plumbers can be expensive, and in many cases, the solution is simple enough to do yourself.
Is Your Home Water-Efficient?
By Effie Ross
Published Nov 12th, 2019 5:00AM
Water is a natural resource that many people take for granted. One way to combat water waste is to make sure that your home is water-efficient. Here are some simple steps you can take to make your home more water-efficient.
How to Fix the Most Common Plumbing Problems
By Effie Ross
Published Mar 12th, 2019 4:00AM
Plumbing problems are just about inevitable. Often, the issues are minor, like a dripping sink or a slow drain. Sometimes, the problems can be much more troublesome, like a burst pipe or broken water heater.
When to Replace a Water Heater
By Effie Ross
Published Dec 6th, 2018 5:00AM
A water heater is not always cheap to replace. But the right time to replace a water heater is, simply put, before it breaks. Of course, no one has a crystal ball to tell you exactly when it is going to break. Instead, we can help you notice some signs th
Just So You Know: Sewage Insurance
By Effie Ross
Published Aug 8th, 2018 4:00AM
Most of us don’t like to think about what happens after we flush the toilet. But when a sewage line breaks on your property, you come face to face with the hazardous septic waste you usually don’t think about. And the repair can cost anywhere from $5,000
Don't Get Scammed: Get Smart!
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SCAMMERS BEWARE: Seasoned consumer investigator Dale Cardwell gives readers a game plan to avoid rip-offs.