How To Keep A Sewer Vent Pipe From Freezing?

Here are 5 tips that you can use to prevent your sewer pipes from freezing in the winter. 1. If you have identified that your pipes are or may be frozen or if they’ve burst – you want to shut off the water flow – so familiarize yourself with where the shut-off valve is in […]

Can An Outside Faucet Be Repaired?

Of course, most anything, including outside faucets, can be repaired and if not then replaced. The issue is how much will it cost and is it worth it to repair it or would it be more cost effective to replace it? How Do You Fix An Outside Faucet? The most common problems that we’ve encountered […]

What Happens If Your Water Pressure Is Too High?

When your water pressure is set to a higher psi than it should be, you can enjoy strong showers and feel like you are really getting a good rinse which for most people is a pleasure. But that high pressure can come at a price that you may not be aware of. Is 100 PSI […]

Upstairs Shower Not Getting Hot Water

Living in a multi level home has it’s pros and cons and one of the disadvantages that we often hear about is that the showers in the upper levels are either taking a very long time to get hot water or they don’t get hot water at all. The further the shower is from the […]

What Are The Signs Of Broken Sewer Pipes?

Nobody wants to deal with a broken sewer pipe, but all homeowners should be prepared for such an event to happen because truth is, it can sometimes happen. So it’s important to keep an eye out for the signs that indicate that you may be having some problems with broken sewer pipes. 9 Specific Signs […]

What To Do About Black Mold On Drywall

No one likes to see black mold anywhere in their home – it’s not healthy after all. But if you have had problems with leaking pipes or any other type of water damage then your chances of getting mold on your drywall, ceiling, carpeting, floors, etc. are very high. In this article we’re going to […]

How To Soak Up Water From The Floor

For safety reasons, you don’t want water or any liquid to stay on the floor – it’s a recipe for a fall hazard. But also, if you have wood floors, you don’t want any liquid to sit on that surface for too long – it may warp the wood. But what if you have a […]

How Much Is A Leak Detection Service?

Water leak detection services use ultrasound to identify the source of the leak. Ultrasonic leak detection is an effective and non-invasive method of detecting water pipe leaks. It is the use of a listening device to amplify the sound of water or air escaping from a pipe, valve or fitting. Basically there is a head […]

What Should I Do If My Basement Floods?

Most homes in the Atlanta, Georgia area have basements and many basements (but not all) have a sump pump. The purpose of a sump pump is to help to prevent flooding in a lower level floor like a basement. They are an essential piece of equipment if the foundation of the home sits below the water […]

How To Unclog A Garbage Disposal With Standing Water

So, your sink is filled with water that won’t go down the drain and it seems your garbage disposal may be clogged! This can be a big mess, especially if it’s happening right in the middle of your time preparing a meal for a holiday event, a party or just having some friends over. So, […]