Even in a newly-constructed home, plumbing problems may arise. How is this possible, you may ask? Even if your home is new, mistakes and improper techniques in installation and the use of poor-quality materials and fixtures may lead to plumbing failures latter on. Your fine new home may conceal problems just waiting to happen...
Read more »
Clay, cast-iron, and copper pipes have played a prominent role in plumbing history. The order of usage is not exactly that, and the list of clay, cast, and copper omits many commonly used pipe materials.
Cast-iron pipe, though used as early as 1455 in Europe, did not become common in the USA until the early...
Read more »
Do you need a water softener? If you have hard water, you do. Hard water keeps your personal soaps and shampoos from working effectively, and may damage your appliances and fixtures as well. Although water softeners are great, you know that someone is going to have to maintain the system. If that someone is...
Read more »
Thinking of getting a water softener? Better do a little research first, in order to make sure you get the best treatment for your money. You need to determine exactly what water conditions you are dealing with. There are do-it-yourself testing kits available. But you may be well advised to call in a professional....
Read more »