Best Toilets to Buy – Buying Guide
As modern technology evolves, consumers expect the newest phones, TVs, cars and more to constantly come out with new features that make life that much more convenient. And this evolution doesn’t just apply to electronics! When it comes to toilets, many people think there is only one type – the good ...
How to Drain Pipes for the Winter: Avoid Frozen and Burst Pipes!
Living in any part of the Bay Area, you know one day it can be super warm and one day it can be super cold! As you prepare for the colder winter months where temperatures drop, it’s super important to keep an eye on your home’s plumbing system. Wherever cold air ...
5 Pro Tips to Winterize your Home Plumbing and Pipes
Living in the Bay Area, you’re definitely familiar with a few chilly days, right? Though we certainly enjoy nice weather throughout the year, you just never know when you’ll need to throw on a jacket. And what about when winter comes along? In addition to keeping yourself warm from the chill ...
Plumbing Pipe Décor, 9 Trends
Forget faux finishes and dropped ceilings. Exposed brick, pipes, and HVAC ducts are all the rage. Industrial chic is here to stay. As plumbers, we have often admired perfectly run pipes. Now the rest of the world is catching on. From pipe bookcases to exposed copper pipes, plumbing pipe décor is ...
How to Find Septic Tanks
Every septic tank will eventually become full of solid waste and need to be pumped out. Performing a pump out is critical to keeping the septic system working properly. But what can you do if you do not know where the septic tank is located? We’ll cover where to look ...
How to Install and Replace a Toilet
One of the best ways to upgrade your bathroom is to install new plumbing fixtures like toilets. There are so many stylish and functional toilet options available today, it makes no sense to continue with an old, outdated toilet. While many people are comfortable tackling a tile job, switching out plumbing fixtures ...
DIY Plumbing vs Hiring a Professional
Plumbing repair: do it yourself or call a professional plumber? Almost every homeowner has a list of needed repairs and potential upgrades. It seems like even in the most modest homes, the work is never finished. Oiling squeaky hinges, replacing cabinet pulls, upgrading light switches, and mending fences. Do it yourself ...
How Plumbing has improved sanitary conditions and public health
What are some humanity’s greatest inventions? While the printing press, air travel, telephones, and computers are all amazing inventions, there is another invention that people use every single day that has saved millions of lives: modern plumbing. Without modern plumbing, it would not be possible for people to live in cities ...
10 Ways to Avoid DIY Plumbing Disasters
Knowing how to fix common problems around the home is a great idea for any homeowner. Unfortunately, some of the most common plumbing problems stem from badly done DIY plumbing jobs. Usually the solution is for homeowners to take more time learning about the intended repair and be thoroughly prepared before ...
How to Install and Remove a Dishwasher
An experienced plumber can usually install a new dishwasher in less then an hour. Hooking up a dishwasher might take the average DIY’er a little longer, but installing a dishwasher is not too difficult as long as you have the existing electrical and water hookups in place. If you do not ...