Water leak detection Water leak detection services are now being offered by most plumbers. Water pipe leaks can develop for a number of reasons and while some water leaks are easy to find, other leaks can be much more difficult
Are you wasting water with a leak?
A way to find out is to turn off every water valve in the house and then watch your water meter to see if it continues to advance. If it still moves once the water is turned off it means
Preventing outside faucets from freezing
If your are in a cold climate with freezing temperatures you can help prevent your outside faucet from freezing by using a faucet that is especially designed for the outside. It looks like a regular faucet that can be turned
Cost to Install a Shower Head
Cost to Install a Shower Head Cost to Install a Shower Head is approximately $130.00 if done by a professional plumber. Now, this is if you choose a basic shower head and it is just a standard installation. This price
Cost to install ice maker
Cost to install ice maker If you want to have an ice maker installed in your refrigerator the national average cost for this is $230.00. This cost includes the cost of an average grade ice maker and the labor to
Washers and plumber’s grease
Washers and plumber’s grease If you have to install a new washer on one of your faucets, use a small of amount of food grade plumber’s grease on the washer and the stem threads. This little trick can sometimes double
Can’t get your faucet aerator off.
Can’t get your faucet aerator off. The aerator is the piece screwed onto the end of your faucet to regulate the water flow that comes out. Sometimes they need to be taken off to be cleaned and can be hard
Low Volume Toilets don’t you hate them
Low Volume Toilets don’t you hate them In 1992 the U.S. Government made it law that ALL toilets had to be 1.6 gallon water volume. The National Association of Home Builders found that four out of five homes had problems
Noisy Water Pipes
Noisy Water Pipes Plumbers call this a “water hammer”. It usually occurs when a faucet is turned on or off. It is caused by a loose or improperly installed pipe strap which allows a water pipe to vibrate against the