What You Should Do If Your Dishwasher Drain Clogs
“What is that smell in the kitchen?” You’ve taken out the garbage, cleaned your sink, and checked the food in the refrigerator. You just ran a load of dishes in the dishwasher. What’s the source of that smell? You open the dishwasher and to your surprise dirty, smelly water has pooled in the bottom of […]
Can You Still Shower During a Power Outage?
The thunderstorm that kept you tossing and turning last night also knocked out your electrical power. You wake in a panic; this morning is your big meeting and you need a shower. It looks like the power outage is lasting longer than anticipated. You know you can’t make your coffee, boil an egg, or turn […]
RPZ Devices
RPZ devices may be among the least known plumbing devices out there, but they are also extremely important. RPZ (which stands for Reduced Pressure Zone) devices protect your drinking water and municipal water supply from contamination, bacteria and pollution. That is why many states and municipalities – including Illinois – require RZP devices for certain […]
How to Maintain your Water Heater
Your water heater requires a little regular maintenance to run efficiently, effectively, and last longer. That’s because minerals and other sediment accumulate in water heaters, and this buildup means your water heater has to work harder to do its job. It can even cause the tank to rust. But with a few steps and tasks […]
Lead in Your Drinking Water
Lead in drinking water has certainly been in the news. Earlier this year, there were the horrific stories of lead in the drinking water in Flint, MI. Then, a few weeks ago, the city of Highland Park shut off faucets in city-owned facilities after they tested high for lead. The EPA mandates that water contain […]
Best Ways to Remove Lead from Water
In the pursuit of a healthy home environment, ensuring the purity of your drinking water is paramount. One common yet hazardous contaminant that often lurks in residential water systems is lead. Today, we’ll explain how lead exposure can occur through your drinking water supply and explore the best strategies to remove lead from water at […]
