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Down and Dirty Science: Fascinating Facts About Drain Blockages

Like most homeowners, you probably give little thought to the waste that goes down your drains. Dirty drains don’t usually garner much attention until problems like foul drain odors, drain gnat infestations, and slow-moving drains arise. Unfortunately, neglecting drains could lead to messy whole-house backups. Read on to discover fascinating facts about drain blockages, their potential consequences, and their causes. Biofilm Is Both a Cause and a Consequence of Drain

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Hot Water Worries: When Does Your Heater Require Immediate Repair?

One of the most illustrative examples of Murphy’s Law, which lets you know that anything that can go wrong will do so when you least expect it, happens to many people on cold winter mornings. This is when you want the warmth and comfort of a hot shower the most, thus making it the worst possible time for the water heater to malfunction. You can avoid this classic Murphy’s Law

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Tank or Tankless? What Kind of Water Heater Is Best?

If you need a new water heater, you can either invest in a traditional or tankless version. Tradition versions store water in tanks, which can typically hold between 30 and 50 gallons. The water in those tanks is heated so that it’s ready to be used at any point. In contrast, tankless water heaters warm the water on demand. They’re often called on-demand water heaters for this reason. Both types

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Don’t Ignore Health Risks of Poor Sewer Maintenance

Your sewer should run without any need for intervention, but even this highly durable piece of plumbing needs routine maintenance. Sewer maintenance protects your home as well as your neighbors and the general public. You see, without proper maintenance, sewer lines can leak and contaminate the water supply, damage the environment and harm both people and wildlife. Taking care of your sewer line will help you avoid these health risks

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Get Professional Plumbing Help for Pervasive Drain Problems

Healthy drains empty quickly and don’t smell. If you have a slow drain that doesn’t smell yet, it probably will soon. Most drains are made with plastic pipes. The nice thing about plastic pipe is that it’s smooth; water and clogging materials should move quickly through it. Don’t Pour Chemicals Down the Drain If a drain isn’t moving, it’s not safe to pour chemicals down it. First, if they don’t

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Prevent the Most Common Water Heater Problems

Many of the most common water heater troubles are easily preventable through routine maintenance. Instead, homeowners often take a break-fix approach. Let’s explore some steps you can take to avoid these issues and lower your water heater costs over the long term. Avoid Excessive Energy Consumption The operating costs between a water heater that’s functioning well and one that’s not can be night and day. For starters, check your thermostat

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