July 9th, 2018
We’ve all been there: you’re in a rush while cleaning the kitchen and need a quick fix for unclogging your dishwasher or getting rid of grease. It’s easy to use popular drain cleaning products to unclog your drain or to quickly pour that pan grease down the kitchen sink. Unfortunately, these “quick fixes” can actually lead to more time-consuming and expensive problems.
February 16th, 2018
As winter gradually comes to an end, it’s time to think about gearing up for spring and summer. For home and property owners, a major to-do on your list during season changes should be making sure your plumbing system is functioning properly. Start the spring season off right by checking these four elements of your plumbing system: Inspect Faucets, Appliance Water Supply Hoses, and Pipes for Leaks Inspect all of your indoor and outdoor faucet and pipes to ensure that there are no leaks. A small hole may not seem like a big deal until you get a water bill. Inspect pipes that are closest to outside walls to make sure that excessively cold winter temperatures didn’t cause minor damage to your pipes. Inspect your washing machine and dishwasher supply hoses for anything out of place. It’s a lot cheaper to replace hoses before something happens than having to deal with the aftermath of an easily avoidable disaster. Be Kind to Your Water Heater Water heaters work hard for us, and if you want it to continue to take care of you, you need to take care of it. One way to do so is to have our expert plumbers flush it. [...]
October 26th, 2017
Liquid drain cleaners aren’t as magical as they seem. Plumbers have dealt with the repercussions of using these cleaners for years, and they do more harm than good. So, to protect your pipes and your air quality, here are three reasons why you should never use liquid drain cleaners.
February 1st, 2017
Nothing can put a damper on fixing dinner or getting ready for a night out than a slow or clogged drain. Clogged drains not only hamper emptying the sink or tub, but it can make your surface grimy with deposits of gunk and film from whatever was in your water.
August 4th, 2016
Walking up to your sink or shower and finding a swarm of small, dark, furry flies hovering over your drain is NOT a pretty sight. So, who are these fuzzy fiends and how do you get rid of them?
October 21st, 2014
That nasty smell coming from your drain could be more than just a bad smell. It could be a serious sewer gas leak in your home. So don’t ignore it! Here are a few of the reasons that this happens and what you can do to get rid of it.
June 20th, 2013
Remember science fairs? A huge crowd pleaser was the volcano that overflowed with red “lava.” Of course, we know that the lava was just baking soda and vinegar mixed together with red food coloring. But did you know that that simple chemical reaction (minus the red food coloring) can help unclog your drains?
February 24th, 2012
Clogged or slow drains are by far the most common plumbing problems. But many drain stoppages are easy to avoid. Our expert plumbers at Mr. Plumber have put together a list of seven tips to help you prevent the annoyance of a clogged drain.
May 24th, 2011
Most drains use a system called a “trap”. A trap is a piece of pipe that comes apart just below the drain point on your sink. It’s located at a low point in the system so that when you wash heavy items down the drain they often collect there.
February 22nd, 2010
One of the most common plumbing problems for homeowners are clogged drains and the most common reason for clogged drains is neglect. Whatever the cause, once the drain once the drain is thoroughly blocked, call a plumber for a professional drain cleaning.
