Marco Plumbing Blog
Plumbing Knowledge for GTA Homeowners and businesses
Why You Shouldn’t Pour Fats, Oils, and Grease down your kitchen drain
Did you know common foods like dairy, animal fats, and sauces can cause kitchen drain clogs that could result in bad drainage, odours, and even flooding?. We’ll help you identify what shouldn’t go down the drain, and 5 tips to keep your drains healthy.
5 Fall Tips to Prepare Your Home for Winter from an experienced Plumber
As the leaves start to change and the temperatures drop, it’s crucial to prepare your plumbing for the autumn season. There's more than just turning off your outside water supply, so here are 5 fall plumbing tips to get you and your home for the winter ahead.
Why older homes in the Greater Toronto Area need a sewer line inspection once every few years?
It might be time to inspect your sewage lines if you own a home in the GTA over 20 years, and have experienced backups, clogs, or smelly drains.
Why is my double kitchen sink backing up to the other side?
If your double kitchen sink is backing up, you might wonder what could be causing the issue. Let’s look at some common issues, including clogs in the drain, garbage disposal, P-Trap, Vent Stack, or the outside sewer line.
Why is my shower water cold and freezing?
If you’re adjusting your shower, and no matter how many adjustments you make, the water feels cold and uncomfortable, then you might have a deeper plumbing problem. Read on more about how to get hot water flowing reliably in your home.
6 Reasons why water level is
If a toilet empties itself overnight, the cause may be a clogged pipe, a hidden leak, or another issue. Learn why the water level in the toilet bowl is low.
7 reasons why your shower won’t stop dripping
A dripping shower faucet is a common plumbing concern many homeowners face. The causes may include a broken shower head, clogs, or improper installations.
Why Is My Toilet Bubbling When the Shower Is Running?
Why Is My Toilet Bubbling When the Shower Is Running?
4 Reasons why you have no hot water coming out of faucet
The hot water faucet might not work for various reasons, from frozen pipes to water tank issues. Learn the causes for no hot water coming out of a faucet.
8 Household Items You Can Never Pour or Put Down the Drain
Pouring the wrong things down the drain can lead to long-term damages in your plumbing system. Learn which items you can never pour or put down the drain.
6 reasons why your bathtub doesn’t hold water
Sometimes, your bathtub doesn't hold water due to issues in your plumbing. Find out the reasons why your bathtub doesn't seem to be holding water properly.
6 reasons why there’s water backing up in the kitchen sink
There are plenty of culprits for a kitchen sink backing up. Find out the common reasons why water is backing up into the kitchen sink.
How Installing a Sump Pump and a Dehumidifier Will Defeat Basement Humidity
Fortunately, basement humidity is not something that a homeowner simply has to accept. It is possible to can bring the basement humidity down to reasonable levels with the help of a sump pump and a dehumidifier.