Plumbing: More Than a Trade People tend to enjoy works of literature, like novels and poetry, as well as having an appreciation for visual arts and music. That’s what most people think art is: Van Gogh paintings, Mozart’s sonatas, and maybe works by Robert Frost or Hemmingway. However, this word, ‘art’ is not restricted by... Read more »
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Common Materials Used in Plumbing
Common Materials Used in Plumbing As a plumbing student, there is a lot of information to learn. There is information about techniques used, tricks of the trade, chemicals, customer service, and the materials used in the field. There is no right or wrong way to learn about each of these things, but sometimes the easiest... Read more »
Tips For Your First Plumbing Job
Tips For Your First Plumbing Job If you’ve decided to become a plumber, you are in for an exciting industry full of learning, growing, and doing. Professional plumbers know these tips, but you should too! Figuring this information out before your first plumbing job is sure to impress your new boss as well as earn... Read more »
Why Does My Plumbing Smell?
Why Does My Plumbing Smell? Do your kitchen or bathroom drains give off a nasty smell? There are a few reasons why this usually happens, but your best bet for getting rid of the problem and keeping your drains smelling fresh is to get a professional drain cleaning. But there are some minor issues that... Read more »
Better At-Home Plumbing Practices
Better At-Home Plumbing Practices You’ve heard the saying “time is money”? When it comes to your plumbing system, that is definitely true. If you take the time to engage in some preventative maintenance on a regular basis, you can prolong your plumbing system's lifespan. You can avoid many plumbing repairs and the associated costs of... Read more »
The Best Way to Fix a Toilet that Won't Flush
The Best Way to Fix a Toilet that Won't Flush If one of the most frequently used pieces of bathroom plumbing stops working properly, it can cause a panic. But before you start calling in the cavalry, take a moment to assess the situation. Not all malfunctioning toilets require a plumbing professional. Sometimes you can... Read more »
Critical Plumbing Permit Info for Your Next Project
Critical Plumbing Permit Info for Your Next Project If you want to upgrade your life at home, do-it-yourself plumbing remodeling can be a satisfying way of doing it. There's nothing quite as fulfilling as planning and executing a large-scale project. But homeowners should know if they're going to overhaul the plumbing on their property they... Read more »
Common Water Leaks and the Best Way to Repair Them
Common Water Leaks and the Best Way to Repair Them When it comes to your plumbing, a little vigilance and some preventative measures can go a long way in avoiding the damage and the cost associated with plumbing leaks. Water leak detection can help you get right to the problem. There are common causes and... Read more »
Understanding the Most Common Plumbing Emergencies
Understanding the Most Common Plumbing Emergencies When things go wrong with something as fundamental to a home as indoor plumbing, it can be both very upsetting and very expensive. But if you can understand why these things happen, and what causes them, you’re in a better position to help prevent these issues from troubling your... Read more »
Avoid Unexpected Water Leaks with These 4 Easy Plumbing Maintenance Ideas
Avoid Unexpected Water Leaks With These 4 Easy Plumbing Maintenance Ideas Too many home and business owners, a leak might not seem like such a big deal. After all, it’s only a little water coming out of a fixture or a pipe, what’s the big deal? The truth, however, is much more surprising and financially... Read more »