A toilet that flushes slowly may be clogged, have a faulty toilet flapper valve or have lime build up.
A toilet that flushes slowly may be clogged, have a faulty toilet flapper valve or have lime build up.
Drain cleaners are not all the same. Some liquid drain cleaning products should only be used by professionals as they are extremely dangerous. The off-the-shelf drain cleaners found in grocery stores rarely harm pipes but they can harm you if you are not careful.
The hot water heater is one of the friendliest and most dependable home appliances. They are very simple mechanical devices when you think about it. My guess is that the average heater has less than five moving water heater parts. Fewer moving parts often translates into minimal breakdowns. In any event, most of us take these "comfort generators" for granted.
A garbage disposal is a wonderful kitchen appliance until such time as it starts to smell. The odor can be very hard to remove if you try many of the remedies I have seen in books and on the Internet. If you have a smelly garbage waste disposal, I know a way that really works to get it clean. Once it is clean, it is easy to keep it odor-free for years.
Sewer gas is noxious. The smell is often unmistakable and most people find it highly offensive. There are significant dangers associated with sewer gas as it contains explosive methane gas and sewer gas can deplete oxygen in a room or a house. In other words, don't ignore sewer gas!
Hot water recirculation creates instant hot water throughout your home. Installing a hot water return loop is fairly simple. Do you have one in your home? Are your builder and plumber the best for the job?
Waterproofing your bathtub and shower is just a few simple steps away. Use a water resistant membrane and cement board when building or remodeling your bathroom.
While some ceramic tiles are tough, others are soft. Know which tile is the right one for your project. Be sure the surface beneath the tiles is strong and inflexible.
A new home may experience plumbing problems. A builder and plumber can do things now to eliminate those. Drain lines made of PVC piping, replacement faucet cartridges, ball valves and exterior hose bibs are things to keep in mind.
A garbage disposal of stainless steel is ideal. Garbage disposals vary in quality and need to be run correctly to make them last.
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