Things to Consider before Painting your Kitchen Cabinets | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Things to Consider before Painting your Kitchen Cabinets


If your kitchen needs a facelift but you’re on a strict budget, consider painting your kitchen cabinets. Cabinets cover the bulk of the wall space in a kitchen, so a fresh coat of paint or a new color can drastically alter their appearance. With that being said, potential project mishaps can produce imperfect results and waste your time and money. Therefore, you should do some planning before picking up that paintbrush. To achieve a pro-quality paint job on your kitchen cabinets, take these 5 things into consideration.

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Plumbing News Roundup: May 2021 | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Plumbing News Roundup: May 2021


The plumbing industry is constantly evolving. This month, the 2021 annual PMI report has been released, Home Depot is rewarding scholarships, bath & kitchen renovations reach historic highs, and Bradford White announced its partnership with Plumbers Without Borders. Keep on reading for more details.

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The top 3 kitchen trash cans | pittsburgh | terry's plumbing

The Top 3 Kitchen Trash Cans


Garbage piles up after cooking, cleaning, and simply living day to day. Managing that trash can be a hassle without a proper trash can. A top-quality trash can seals in all the smells and keeps bugs out. Whether you’ve just moved, or need to buy a replacement trash can, continue reading our blog for tips that will help you navigate your options.

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Ho to relight a pilot light | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

How to Relight a Pilot Light


Today most gas appliances have electric starters instead of pilot lights. However, if one morning you wake up to a shivering cold house or no hot water it’s wise to know how to relight your older appliance’s flames. Keep reading for the proper steps to take to relight pilot lights in a gas furnace and water heater.

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Why Bleach and Other Cleaners don’t Mix | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Why Bleach and Other Cleaners don’t Mix


Bleach is a controversial cleaner when it comes to household use. With the impact it can have on our health and the environment, individuals have tried to decrease the amount of bleach they use. But here’s the thing, as long as you use it correctly there’s no reason to use it less. If you use bleach–or are thinking about using it–this blog covers a few things to keep in mind.

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How to re-grout tile | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

How to Re-Grout Tile


Grouting is probably the best part of a tiling job–and not just because you get to smear mud all over the place. When you grout your tile, your project starts looking more complete, instead of like a collection of individual tiles. A tile project can be DIYed with ease if you’ve brushed up on the process and have the right materials. In this blog we cover everything you need to get the job done right!

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Plumbing News Roundup: April 2021 | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Plumbing News Roundup: April 2021


The plumbing industry is constantly evolving. This month, Pfister is challenging the pros, a plumber uses a unique technique to gain customers, and there’s a product that could stop your basement from flooding. Keep on reading for more details.

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Tips for Creating a Functional Outdoor Kitchen | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Tips for Creating a Functional Outdoor Kitchen


To create a functional outdoor kitchen space, you need materials that are strong and durable enough to take on the elements and withstand the test of time. Within this article are tips and tricks that could come in handy during your building process.

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Which Stove is Best: Gas vs Electric | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Which Stove is Best: Gas vs Electric


A multitude of factors, from your location to your culinary abilities can influence your choice between a gas and electric stove. If you’re shopping for a new range, this blog will highlight a couple pros and cons for each type to help you make that tough decision.

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The care and keeping of countertops | Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

The Care and Keeping of Countertops


Maintaining your countertops requires more than a simple cleaning! Here are some helpful tips for how to keep your countertops like new, no matter what type they are.

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