Many people look forward to soaking in a warm, comfortable bath after a long day of work. As the tub starts to fill, you may notice a strange phenomenon: the water is slowly draining away and it never rises above a certain level. Sometimes, the problem may simply be caused by forgetting to adjust the bathtub [ … ]

Freezing water is a common cause of burst pipes. This occurs because water molecules expand in cold temperatures, which exert a significant amount of pressure on the pipes. During winter, the chances of coming across a burst pipe are very high. With sub-zero temperatures and icy weather conditions, both your outdoor and indoor plumbing pipes are [ … ]

As the outdoor temperature plunges in the winter months, you may find great comfort in a warm and steamy shower. However, the hot water is a diminishing commodity, sometimes not lasting for the entire duration of the shower. You could be in the middle of taking a warm shower, until the stream of pounding hot water [ … ]

Water uses pressure to circulate itself among the various faucets and fixtures in your household. Without an adequate amount of pressure, the water might only come out as a trickle in your faucets. When the pressure level is too low, it could be difficult for the water to reach certain fixtures within your home. High pressure [ … ]

A hissing toilet is a common phenomenon in most households, especially in older homes that have seen better days. The toilet hissing can be loud and disruptive, like a reptile invasion has taken over your bathroom. A toilet constantly hissing might persist for a long time, annoying you on a regular basis. Plus, the weird noises [ … ]

Over time, the old water pipes in your home will experience gradual wear and tear. The physical deterioration occurs very slowly, so most homeowners might not notice the immediate changes in their plumbing systems. By the time your old water pipes eroded to their breaking point, you probably have a plumbing emergency in your hands. Based [ … ]

Most homeowners feel a sense of dread any time the toilet doesn’t flush normally. This is particularly true with slow flushing toilets. Although the toilet seems to be working, the draining process takes far longer than what makes you feel comfortable. It can be a slow and agonizing wait before the flushing cycle is finally completed. [ … ]

For many people, the kitchen sink is an integral part of the home, used regularly for washing, cleaning up, and food preparation. Unfortunately, the sink gets backed up from time to time, which can impede your productivity in the kitchen. There are plenty of culprits for a kitchen sink backing up, but the reason is usually [ … ]

Taking a bath is a leisurely activity that you can enjoy in the sanctuary of your bathroom. However, this activity becomes far less enjoyable when your bathtub won’t drain properly. It can be either slow to drain or not draining at all. In the worst-case scenario, the water that you’ve just used to clean your body [ … ]

Toilets are some of the most used plumbing fixtures in a household. With frequent use, your toilet becomes susceptible to arising issues, such as clogs, breakages, and deterioration. A clogged toilet is particularly troublesome since it tends to overflow and spill water around everywhere. Cleaning up after a clogged toilet can be messy, unpleasant, and quite [ … ]