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 [ … ]
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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 [ … ]
Read moreOur 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 [ … ]
Read moreA 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 [ … ]
Read moreThe 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 [ … ]
Read moreWhen 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 [ … ]
Read moreDuring the cold winter season, the ground experiences continuous thawing and freezing patterns, which leads to gaps springing up around your property. Water can seep into the basement through these cracks. Once enough water accumulates around the foundation, it makes the basements soggy. If the problem becomes severe enough, you may encounter a full-blown basement leakage [ … ]
Read moreMany plumbing problems tend to emerge during the winter season. From frozen pipes to freezing water temperatures, you may need to contact a plumber for assistance more than any other time of the year. During winter, one of the frustrating problems that could occur is low water pressure. This happens when you turn on the sink [ … ]
Read moreThe harshness of winter often causes many plumbing problems around the house. A large majority of issues stems from your pipes, which could become frozen due to the cold temperatures. If left unattended, these frozen pipes could be damaged beyond repair, leading to a faulty plumbing network that will spell great trouble in your house. When [ … ]
Read moreHot water is a sacred commodity that we take for granted during winter. We turn on the hot water faucet, expecting to enjoy a steamy warm bath. Unfortunately, we get a rude awakening when the water touches our bodies and it feels freezing cold. This is the scary moment when you realize that you have no [ … ]
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