What to do About a Leaky Water Heater
If you discover your water heater is leaking, follow these steps to drain it and save you from a basement full of water! 1. Turn off Fuel Source For gas water heaters, either turn gas off at the gas meter or using a gas isolation shut-off valve. For electric, turn...
Holiday Plumbing Tips to Keep Your Home Merry & Bright
The holidays are a time for families to come together and celebrate love and joy. Unfortunately, it can be a stressful time as well. If you’re having family over, the last thing you need is a plumbing disaster on your hands! To avoid a plumbing emergency, follow these holiday plumbing...
4 Ways You Can Keep Your Water Heating Bill Low
When was the last time you examined your hot water heater for efficiency? Energy.gov estimates that hot water heaters are responsible for about 12 percent of a home’s yearly energy usage. The only appliance that uses more is the HVAC system. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to control...
Seasonal Sump Pump Maintenance Tips
To ensure your sump pump is working optimally, it is best to perform general maintenance tasks every three months or so. The best way to remember this is to check your sump pump at the beginning of each season. These sump pump maintenance tips can help you protect your home...
Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for Me?
Tankless water heaters are an energy efficient alternative to traditional tank heaters. They are many times referred to as “on-demand” water heaters because they only heat the water you are using and provide a continuous supply of hot water. In contrast, tank water heaters must fill an entire storage tank...
The A, B, C’s of Back-to-School Plumbing Tips
As the kids get ready to go back to school, don’t forget to take care of your home’s plumbing! You may not realize it, but your plumbing undergoes a lot of stress as the school year starts up again. By following these back-to-school plumbing tips, you can ensure that a...
