What is the difference between water softening, filtering and purifying? Some people use those terms almost interchangeably, but they attack different problems with different technologies. Water softeners: These products deal with “hard water,” which basically means your water supply has an excess of minerals like magnesium and calcium. If you notice white chalky deposits insideCONTINUE READING »
It’s that time when we resolve to be better people in the coming year. May I suggest that you also incorporate the following resolutions to your home plumbing systems for 2015. Stop Wasting Water. According to the EPA, leaks account for an average of 10,000 gallons of water wasted in the home every year. That’sCONTINUE READING »
Many of you are pretty handy with tools and like to save money doing your own repair work around the house. We all like to save money and if you are capable of repairing or installing your own plumbing devices, go ahead and tackle the job. But be forewarned. Hardly a week goes by whenCONTINUE READING »
We were doing some work in your neighborhood and noticed a problem with your driveway/roof/siding/whatever. Since our guy is already there we can do the repair for a bargain price.” This pitch or some variation is a signature of rip-offs who prey on homeowners, especially the elderly. They commonly show up after storms, often knockingCONTINUE READING »
If counting sheep doesn’t put you to sleep, you may want to try imagining all of the different kinds of faucets available. A plumbing showroom may have hundreds of different models on display with varied designs, materials, colors and styles. You can buy a faucet for under $100 or spend thousands of dollars for aCONTINUE READING »
