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Environmentally friendly initiatives can help preserve the earth, but can also have a positive effect on your life. Environmentally friendly bathroom upgrades are usually cost-effective and can make your home a healthier place to live. Here are our top five ways you can make your bathroom more sustainable and eco-friendly. Install Low Flow Showerheads Low flow showerheads decrease the amount of water being used without decreasing your water pressure. They are easy to install and will make a large difference on the environment and on your wallet. Use Environmentally Friendly Cleaners Conventional cleaning products can be harmful to both you […]
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No one wants a leaking sewer pipe. However, sometimes it’s unavoidable. As a homeowner, it’s important to know when plumbing leaks occur in order to avoid prolonged water damage and high repair costs. Therefore, if a leak is suspected, a plumber will sometimes perform what’s known as a hydrostatic test – here’s why this test is important and what you need to know about it. What is a Hydrostatic test? A hydrostatic test is a way in which pressure vessels such as pipelines, plumbing, gas cylinders, boilers and fuel tanks can be tested for strength and leaks. Hydrostatic testing is […]
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Using pipe fixtures, fittings and other components, people have come up with some pretty interesting and cool DIYs made from plumbing materials. Check out some of these awesome DIY project ideas that you can make with Brass, PVC or copper pipes and fittings. Desk Lamp A cool desk lamp can be fashioned from a standard light kit and various plumbing fixtures joined together. The key to the piece is the offbeat base, made of a ½-inch Bluefin floor flange screwed into a chunk of wood. You can wire the lamp through the pipes as you assemble it, then attach the […]
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Plumbing comes from the Latin word for lead, which is plumbum. The word sewer comes from the French word essouier, meaning “to drain.” But how did plumbing systems come together? Surely it didn’t happen overnight, right? Of course not. In this blog we go over the history of main fixtures included in modern-day plumbing systems. Definitions Plumbing – The system of pipes, drains, fittings, valves, and fixtures installed for the distribution of potable water for drinking, heating and washing, and waterborne waste removal. “Plumbing” also refers to the skilled trade which installs and maintains it. Plumbers – Skilled tradespeople who […]
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A lot is happening in the plumbing industry in the month of June. Continue reading our news roundup to learn more about what’s happening in the industry this month. Watts debuts new training center in Fort Worth, Texas Watts Water Technologies held a ribbon-cutting ceremony in April to celebrate the grand opening of its latest training center in Fort Worth, Texas. The new 250,000-square-foot facility is customized for training, administration and manufacturing, and joins five other Watts Works Learning Centers across North America. In addition to a working mechanical room with pressurized water lab, the facility includes a 3,600 square […]
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To avoid serious water damage to your home, leaks have to be located and dealt with as soon as possible. Walls, floors and ceilings exposed to too much water can cost a pretty penny in repairs and refinishing. With the humidity reaching new heights outdoors, it’s important to keep your home free of leaks to avoid water damage as well as mold. However, homeowners with backyard swimming pools have a whole other set of plumbing to worry about. Keep on reading for more information on how to determine if your pool has a leak and what the source of the […]
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Does a radiator in your house feel cold even when you have the heat on? Your radiator may contain trapped air that’s obstructing its normal flow. Luckily, this common problem is easily fixed. With a few simple tools, the radiator will soon be doing what it’s supposed to do – effectively radiating heat. Before you call the plumber, try your hand at solving the problem yourself by following the simple steps below. You’ll have the place all warmed up in no time! Where to Start Bleeding a Radiator If your home has 2 floors you should begin bleeding the downstairs […]
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You pulled your wedding ring off to wash some dishes and, a second later, it slipped through your fingers and down the drain. This is a pretty terrifying situation for a lot of people, and it’s a situation that often costs hundreds of dollars if you need to hire a plumber to retrieve it – if the plumber can retrieve it at all. In this article, we’re going to tell you the easy way to get your ring out of the drain.
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A lot is happening in the plumbing industry in the month of May. Continue reading our news roundup to learn more about what’s happening in the industry this month.
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Some homeowners prefer to fix plumbing problems themselves or ask an amateur handyman to take a crack at the problem – rather than paying for a professional plumber. While hiring professional plumbing services may seem unnecessary to some, there’s a reason why plumbers are so important. Let’s talk about why you get what you pay for when it comes to plumbing — and why choosing a professional is always worth it!
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