Author: Renee Eder

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes
Brrr — its cold out there! In chilly weather like this, frozen pipes can be incredibly easy to overlook. While they might seem like a minor inconvenience, they can cause major damage to your home and its plumbing system. Preventing frozen pipes is better than repairing burst pipes caused by a freeze. Some of the things you can do to keep your pipes from freezing include:

Why Won’t My Toilet Flush?

Ever try to flush your toilet only to notice that it just won’t flush? Your toilet may be clogged (even if you can’t see it) or it may not be getting enough water. Any number of working parts could be faulty too. Before the next person in your home needs to go, it’s important to fix that toilet that won’t flush! Here are some reasons why this could be occurring:

Why a Sump Pump is a Necessity for Your Home

Sixty percent of American homes experience some form of basement water problems. A sump pump is used to deal with basement flooding issues. It is usually installed in the lowest part of the basement and can pump out water quickly from around it to help you avoid basement flooding problems. Sump pumps protect your home from water damage, increasing filtration, and reducing runoff.