How to reduce condensation in bathroom | Terry's Plumbing

What To Do About Condensation in Your Bathroom


While not as big of a problem as mold, mildew or limescale, condensation on various surfaces in your bathroom can lead to discoloration or staining over time. Condensation in your bathroom is especially prevalent during the warmer months of the year. What causes it and what can you do about it?

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Calcium buildup on faucet | Terry's Plumbing Pittsburgh

How to Remove Calcium Buildup


Have you ever peered down into the porcelain rim of your freshly flushed toilet bowl and been greeted by the surprising sight of a rust-colored chalky rim? If so, you are certainly not alone. Calcium buildup, or limescale as it’s sometimes referred to, is a common—albeit unexpected—guest that joins us in the bathroom. Read below for more information on how to manage and eliminate this pesky visitor.  

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What is a Plumbing Apprenticeship Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Plumbing Apprenticeship: Here’s What to Know


Deciding on a career can feel daunting. There’s so much to consider—salary, desired lifestyle, family, etc. Plus, that one decision results in years of training, and who knows what the future of any career will look like.   However, one profession that’s always needed is plumbing. According to salary.com, the median salary of a plumber is $57,183 annually, but the range usually lies between $49,734 and $65,419. Another perk of the career is that you don’t need to spend tens of thousands of dollars—or more—attending an expensive college to acquire a degree in a crowded field. To become a plumber, you need to […]

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Toilet Paper Alternative Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Avoid These Toilet Paper Alternatives


We are now living during a time when toilet paper is about as valuable as gold. (Probably not as valuable, but you get what we’re saying.) When there is a panic, for whatever reason, toilet paper is among the first to fly off of store shelves. With the toilet paper shortage earlier this year, there have been several articles about the best alternatives. However, we want to be original, so we’re going to share a toilet paper alternative (or three) you should avoid.

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Bath Time Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Turn Your Bath Time into the Ultimate Getaway


Is it safe to say most of us are feeling a bit stressed these days? We’ve had to fill our usual parental roles, but also become at-home nurses, teachers and more. That usual weight on your shoulders has doubled—if not tripled. Your to-do list has gone from one page to multiple pages. Who has time these days for a nice, long bath time?   While the last thing you’re probably thinking about is taking time for yourself, it’s important to refuel yourself so you can continue being everything your family needs you to be. That’s why we want to share […]

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Spring Cleaning Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

How to Make Spring Cleaning Fun


It might be hard to believe given everything happening in the world, but it’s springtime! The plants are blooming, the temperature is (sporadically) rising and it’s time for spring cleaning your home! We know, we know—cleaning isn’t fun. It can be stressful and frustrating, or even boring. But we have some ideas on how to make it fun this spring: Spring Cleaning Tip #1: Make a Playlist & Dance Music can make basically anything more exciting. While spring cleaning might not be the most exciting activity, it can turn into a dance party with the right kind of music. Make a […]

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Plumbing Emergency Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

How Do I Know if it’s a Plumbing Emergency?


What’s that smell? And why is it getting stronger? Could it be…a plumbing emergency?! It seems like it’s coming from the basement… As you walk down the stairs, you notice the floor looks wet. You look down, and water is pooling. It’s covering your floors, seeping through the ground and spreading an odor throughout the house. Plumbing emergencies appear unexpectedly—and fast! But how do you know if it’s an actual emergency? Here are a few signs that you need to call in the professionals (ahem, Super Terry!):

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Bathroom Cleaning Checklist Pittsburgh | Terry's Plumbing

Bathroom Cleaning Checklist: Places You Don’t Clean Often


COVID-19 has turned the world upside down. Toilet paper is now as valuable as gold (don’t quote us on that). Clorox and Lysol wipes are stock piled in our closets. People have gone from not washing their hands to spending the full 20 seconds thoroughly cleaning them—and even creating memes about it. It’s also made us much more aware of the germs that lurk around us at all times. We know the usual culprits—toilet seats, the floors and garbage cans. But what about the things that you don’t think to clean as often as you should? That’s why we’re sharing […]

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Lemon slices to help your bathroom smell better | Terry's Plumbing Pittsburgh

Easy Ways to Leave Your Bathroom Smelling Good Without Chemicals


While all of us continue practicing smart social distancing, it’s safe to say we’re all spending a lot more time at home. That also means our home bathrooms are seeing a lot more action than they might usually. By now, we all understand the importance of keeping areas of our home cleaner than we might normally, but that could lead to another problem. No one likes heading to the bathroom and getting smacked by that overwhelming smell of aerosol and chemicals. So, how can you leave your bathroom smelling good without all chemicals? Put a Bowl of Lemons in Your […]

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The Difference between an Apprentice, Journeyman, and a Master Plumbers

Where Does the Word Plumber Come From?


Ever since we all started social distancing, a lot of us have a lot more time on our hands to answer life’s bigger questions. “Where is my life going?” “How can I achieve my goals?” and “Where does the word plumber come from?” Ah yes, the big three. While we can’t help you nail down the first two, we can certainly take a stab at the third. So, use some of your newfound free time to learn a little more about some of the hardest working people around.  

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