If you are trying to figure out which piping is right for your home, you have probably come across both cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) piping and copper piping. Even though copper has been around since the dawn of modern plumbing, it has been displaced slightly by PEX piping in contemporary projects. At the same time, both
Many homeowners have made the decision to upgrade their water heater to a tankless one. Tankless water heaters are popular among people who are conscious about the amount of water and energy they use. These types of units heat instantly, and eliminate the standby energy loss that exists with traditional water heaters. Tankless water heaters
The 2022 Atlantic hurricane season is the current cycle of the annual tropical cyclone season in the Atlantic Ocean in the Northern Hemisphere. The season officially began on June 1, and will end on November 30. During this period, you need to ensure that you observe safety by taking care of your plumbing needs. Amid
When you discover you need excavation around your home to repair a damaged foundation or to expose clogged plumbing drains, there’s no need to panic. The days of disruptive excavation are gone now that you can have soft digging services performed instead. Soft digging, also known as hydro excavation, is a ground breaking way to remove
Do you have to take a few minutes standing in the shower to allow time for the water to heat? You wouldn’t want to imagine the day you’ll wake up and realize it’s no longer working. Water heaters have a lifespan of 10 – 15 years before they can get replaced. Fortunately, if you’re keen enough,
In all home renovation projects, especially in plumbing projects, it is important to solve health and safety issues. The fact that there is a pandemic does not stop people from keeping safe during plumbing. Not only should we follow basic guidelines like wearing masks, safety goggles, and other protective equipment, but we should also consider
Living in South Florida, hurricane preparedness is a fact of life. Every summer, Floridians replenish their food and water stores in order to be prepared for whatever the season brings. But true preparedness goes beyond the basics of food, cash and gas. Be sure to incorporate these essential plumbing preparations into your routine this year. 1.
Buying a house is a big investment. Saving some money throughout that process is a reasonable goal, but one area you don’t want to skimp on is scheduling a plumbing inspection before signing on the dotted line. From sinks, toilets and drains to water heaters, washing machines and showers, plumbing reaches every corner of the
If you are noticing that your drains appear to be clogging constantly or that there are unusual smells coming from your pipes, then it is time for the professionals to take a closer look at your plumbing system. It can be hard to detect issues inside of your drains because you don’t see them on
If your water bill is much higher than average, it may be the case that you have a slab leak. Slab leaks happen when a water pipe breaks underneath a concrete slab of your house or the foundation of your home. Slab leaks happen for a variety of reasons and they can result in some