The water damage from plumbing can occur inside your home at any time. In fact, it happens far more often than you might think, as leakages and blockages plague your household plumbing systems. This can cause serious problems, including dangerous mould growth and costly structural damages. The effects of water damage will only worsen over time, [ … ]

Fruit flies are annoying little pests that can invade your home unsuspectingly. Your kitchen is a prime hotspot for these flies, since they are attracted by rotting fruits and decaying vegetables. Once they have colonized your kitchen, the fruit flies may roam and explore the rest of your home. In fact, they have a special knack [ … ]

Every time you walk past the bathroom, you may hear trickling water droplets from a leaky shower head. The persistent sound of water dripping will echo throughout your home, which can get irritating very quickly. That’s why you should fix a leaky shower head as soon as it becomes a problem. Delaying the repairs will only [ … ]

A toilet not flushing fully can be anybody’s worst nightmare in the bathroom. Sometimes, it may require a second flush, just to clear away the toilet’s contents completely. At other times, you feel exasperated when your third, fourth, and countless other attempts won’t result in a clean flush. You may always find leftover evidence of your [ … ]

Having access to clean water is essential during the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to be able to wash our hands, launder our clothes, and take comfortable showers without worrying about the quality of the water. Unfortunately, it can be alarming to discover if there is brown water coming from the taps. This murky brown colour isn’t [ … ]

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, many of us are concerned about protecting ourselves and our loved ones. Certain safety procedures, such as frequent hand washing and social distancing, have become the new normal. While we mostly fear about catching COVID-19 from the people around us, there’s also concern about the virus transmission through other sources, such [ … ]

Our personal hygiene provides a strong line of defense against the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to reduce the virus transmission, we are recommended to wash our hands more diligently with warm water and soap. However, cleaning our hands can become difficult when there are plumbing problems in our households, such as a clogged sink. If we’re [ … ]

A sump pump is designed to drain the excess water from your household to avoid flooding. Often installed in a remote location of the basement, the average homeowner tends to overlook this crucial plumbing equipment. In fact, the only time when a sump pump may draw your attention is when it suddenly stops working. When your [ … ]

The hot water in our homes is something that we take for granted without a second thought. When there is no hot water emerging from the taps, this can lead to many inconveniences and limitations. Without the hot water, it will be difficult to take warm showers, clean dishes, or even do something as casual as [ … ]

When the outdoor temperature drops below a certain point, your pipes may suffer the consequences of the freezing cold. If the pipes become frozen, this could obstruct your access to the water supply. The situation could escalate even further if the frozen pipes burst open. The water may come rushing out of the broken pipes and [ … ]