Buying a Sump Pump
If your sump pump is 10 years old or older, is making strange noises, or if there is water at the top of the pit, those are all signs that you may need a new sump pump. Here are some thoughts on buying a new pump. Types of sump pumps There are three types of […]
Slow-Moving Drain? Some Environmentally Friendly Tips to Get it Flowing
Ugh! You watch the water pool in your sink, slowly trickling down the drain. What is the problem and how do you fix it? Before you look at a solution, it’s critical to first understand what’s causing the problem. In your bathroom sink, hair flows down the drain and builds up inside the plumbing system. […]
Remote Back-up Generator Monitoring
Having a back-up generator is a smart move, especially given the heavy rains and thunderstorms we can experience, as well as the intermittent power outages “just because.” It’s also smart to maintain that unit, just like you maintain your furnace or AC. The problem is, if something bad happens to your generator when it isn’t […]
Common Practices that Could be Clogging the Drain in Your Kitchen
The doorbell rings and your guests arrive. But as you pass through the kitchen, you see dirty dishwater has backed up into your sink. Oh no! How did this happen?! Likely you have been following some seemingly innocent and common practices that actually clog the drain in your kitchen sink or garbage disposer system. Before […]
5 Reasons Why Every Household Needs a Backup Electric Generator
Have you ever said in a panic, “Where are those flashlights?!” Or, “Don’t open the refrigerator!” If so, it’s likely you have experienced a power outage. And, perhaps you mumbled to yourself, “We should have bought a generator.” Yes, there are many reasons to invest in a generator, either a portable, standby, or inverter unit. […]
Buying a Clothes Dryer
The average clothes dryer lasts eight to 12 years. If yours is approaching that age, or if you are noticing it is not drying as efficiently as it used to, you might consider a new one. Here are some thoughts. Gas or electric? Gas dryers may cost a little more up front ($100 or so) […]
Why It’s Important to Know Where Your Water Supply is Located
At any given time of the day, water is running through at least some of the pipes in your home. Plus, if one of your water pipes fails or a hose on your washing machine breaks, water could be flowing onto the floor of your bathroom, laundry room or basement. Do you know how to […]
Sump Pump Maintenance and Replacement
While April (and May) showers bring May flowers, some of those showers are actually heavy rains that can lead to flooding. If your home has flooded before, you know it’s no fun. Carpeting and furniture can be ruined, items stored in boxes can be destroyed, and mold, mildew and rot can present long-term health issues. […]
How to Deal with a Plugged Garbage Disposer
Dropping objects into the garbage disposer, simply depositing sticky foods like banana or potato peelings or forgetting to run a steady flow of water when using the disposer can cause a worrisome clog. Before giving up on the appliance, take a few steps to remove the plug. First, determine if an object is stuck in […]
Conserving Water
The average household uses 300 gallons of water a day. Here are a few tips that will help you conserve water and lower your water bill. Save water. For example put a bucket under the faucet while you wait for the shower to heat up. And don’t pour water you use to boil pasta or […]