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...

Cleaning your drains on a regular basis helps to keep them free of clogs and all the grime and limescale that builds up over time. While there are solutions for DIY drain cleaning, these are not always the most reliable, effective, or even safe options for your...

How does any myth start? Someone makes a claim or tells a story and momentum starts to build-up. People believe what’s said and start to spread the word. This is how we end up with falsehoods and half-truths. These myths are often harmless and even entertaining, but...

Have you ever experienced the horror of seeing water slowly fill up the bowl after flushing a toilet? At best, an overflowing causes a minor inconvenience and probably a bad smell. At worst, you can be left with a flooded bathroom, water damage, and a toilet you can’t...

Have you ever noticed a bad smell coming from your garbage disposal? Or perhaps it isn’t working as effectively as it used to? Like any kitchen appliance, your garbage disposal needs cleaning and properly maintaining in order to keep it in top condition. Read on for...

Have you ever gone to fill up a refreshing glass of water from the tap only to notice that it comes out slightly cloudy or with tiny bubbles? What causes this cloudiness? And is it safe to drink or should you just pour it away? Read on for answers to these questions...