A dripping tap is usually a very noticeable, and often irritating, plumbing issue. But a leaking toilet, on the other hand, can go unnoticed for a while. If you think your toilet is leaking, then read on to find out some of the potential causes and what to do about it. Spotting signs of aRead more about Why is My Toilet Leaking?[…]

If you have a gas appliance in your home, then it likely has a pilot light burning away to keep the appliance functioning. Your gas furnace and water heater are two places where you might find a pilot light, although some newer units may not have them. While these appliances are running, a small amountRead more about How to Check and Relight Your Pilot Light[…]

A burst pipe or a clogged drain in your home could lead to flooding, which can do some serious damage to your home and belongings. If this ever happens to you, hopefully you can react fast and call an emergency plumber to fix the problem before it escalates. The quicker you can react and getRead more about Preventing Water Damage While You’re Away[…]

Wet wipes are useful for lots of different purposes. There are makeup removal wipes, antibacterial cleaning wipes, baby wipes for changing diapers, and now even wet wipes that adults are using in place of toilet paper. While these products are extremely useful for everyday cleaning and hygiene, they are not good for your pipes. CleaningRead more about Why You Shouldn’t Flush Cleaning Wipes[…]

When modern plumbing systems were invented, they were the pinnacle of innovation and convenience, supplying water and eliminating waste in a way that had never been achieved before. Now plumbing is something none of us could imagine living without, but that doesn’t mean that the field hasn’t continued to develop and innovate. In Japan especially,Read more about What Are Smart Toilets?[…]

Cast iron pipes offer a lot of benefits, but not many modern homes have them fitted, opting for PVC pipes instead. One of these benefits is that they are incredibly durable and long-lasting. House logic claims that the typical lifespan of cast iron pipe is 80-100 years. If you install cast iron pipes in yourRead more about Replacing Cast Iron Pipes[…]

It can be frustrating to watch a sink full of water very slowly drain away, if at all, not to mention potentially unhygienic. If your kitchen sink isn’t draining properly, then it’s most likely down to everyday misuse, the results of which have built up over time. But, on rarer occasions, it can be aRead more about Reasons Your Kitchen Sink Isn’t Draining Properly[…]

When something goes wrong with your plumbing, it can be extremely disruptive to your everyday life, not to mention potentially destructive to your home. Looking after your plumbing and keeping everything well maintained is the best way to reduce the risk of plumbing problems in your home. With that in mind, we’ve got some tipsRead more about How to Take Good Care of Your Home’s Pipes[…]

Having a washing machine in your home is a great convenience, allowing you to get all your family’s laundry done without relying on the local laundromat. But what if it suddenly breaks down? Perhaps you’ve faced a problem with your washing machine before, like the water not draining from it, water overflowing, bad smells comingRead more about Avoid Plumbing Problems with Your Washing Machine[…]

There are a number of reasons why a toilet might not be able to flush. Maybe your kid flushed something they shouldn’t have, or someone clogged it with too much toilet paper. The pipes could be frozen or something in the flushing mechanism might be damaged. Whatever the cause is, you’re probably desperate to knowRead more about What to Do When Your Toilet Won’t Flush[…]