Toilet paper and human waste are the only things a toilet is built to handle and pretty much everything else puts your plumbing at risk, even when it seems to disappear after flushing. Most items don’t break down the way toilet paper does and instead they snag on pipe joints, absorb water and expand or
That rotten egg smell hitting you as you walk into the bathroom or worse, the kitchen! This is one of those household problems you can’t easily ignore. It’s unpleasant, it catches you off guard and it’s usually a sign that something in your plumbing system needs attention. Sewer gas odours can show up anywhere and
Leaking taps are one of those household problems that seem small but feel huge. You may try to ignore it at first as it’s just a few drops and nothing too serious. Then the dripping gets louder, the water stains start spreading and before long that little leak has become the most irritating thing in
In a previous post, we covered 4 of the most plumbing emergencies that send homeowners scrambling for help which included burst pipes, blocked drains, hot water system breakdowns and sewer line problems. But these aren’t the only situations that demand urgent attention. Some plumbing emergencies develop more gradually, giving you warning signs before escalating into
Water heated to 60°C can scald skin in less than a second. That’s the temperature your hot water system needs to maintain inside the tank to prevent harmful bacteria growth. Yet that same temperature is far too dangerous for everyday use at your taps and showers. The tempering valve solves this problem, and this small
You’re standing in your shower watching the water pool around your ankles. Again. You’ve tried drain cleaner twice, plunged it and even poked around with a coat hanger. Nothing works. And the worst part? You have no idea what you’re actually dealing with down there. Most drainage problems hide underground, which makes them frustrating to
Plumbing emergencies rarely announce themselves politely. One moment your home is functioning normally, the next you’re watching water spread across the floor, a toilet threatening to overflow or your hot water system making alarming noises. The stress comes from the suddenness of the problem and the uncertainty about how serious it might become. Whether you’re
Your water bill arrives, and the number makes you do a double take. You haven’t been running the sprinklers more than usual. No one’s taking longer showers, so where did all that extra water go? The answer might be hiding in plain sight or more likely, underground where you can’t see it. Hidden leaks waste
You’re brushing your teeth before bed when you hear it… that telltale drip, drip, drip coming from underneath your bathroom sink. Sound familiar? That innocent little drip might seem harmless but here’s the thing, what starts as a few drops can quickly turn into your worst nightmare. We’re talking water damage, mould growth, higher water
Few things can ruin your day faster than stepping into the shower expecting soothing warmth, only to be greeted by icy water. It’s a situation that can happen at the most inconvenient times usually after a long day at work, before heading out in the morning or when you simply want to relax. While your