by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Aug 23, 2024 | Home Maintenance, Plumbing
Your water heater is a vital part of your home, providing the hot water you rely on for showers, dishwashing, and laundry. But like all appliances, it won’t last forever. Here are some key signs to watch out for that indicate it may be time for a replacement. Age of...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Jun 9, 2023 | Plumbing
Did you know that your plumbing is affected by the seasons? You might be aware of the dangers that freezing temperatures pose for your pipes, but what about the summertime? What problems might you be facing then? One factor to take into consideration is the changed...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Dec 5, 2022 | Plumbing
How long are you willing to wait for your water to get hot? Some of us are impatient and want the hot water to start streaming as soon as we open up the faucet, but still, there is a point where it gets ridiculous. If you have very long pipes going from your water...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Jul 12, 2022 | Plumbing
When you go to flush your toilet, is the handle wiggly and loose? This could easily happen, especially if you’ve been using the toilet for years. Maybe the toilet doesn’t always flush right, or do you have to push on the handle several times to get it to actually...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Apr 6, 2022 | Home Maintenance, Plumbing
Everyone knows how to use a plunger, right? Well, while it is true that most people would be able to grab a plunger and go to work on a clogged toilet, there is a big difference between using a plunger and using it right. In fact, if you use too much force when trying...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Mar 17, 2021 | Home Maintenance, Plumbing
Are your water pipes insulated? You might not worry about it since they run inside your home, but there are many reasons why insulating your pipes is beneficial. One issue that comes from uninsulated pipes is the possibility of heat transfer, causing your hot water to...
