Two Factors That Can Affect Your New HVAC System Cost

If you're in the market for a new central air conditioner for your home, the pricing process can be daunting. Before you find yourself overwhelmed by what you're seeing for pricing, it's in your best interest to understand some of the key factors that affect that cost. Here are a couple of things that are significant contributors to what you'll pay for that new cooling system. How Efficient Is The Model? Read More 

Hotel Operators: Follow These Tips To Prevent Plumbing Problems

When you operate a hotel with so many different showers, sinks, and toilets, plumbing problems are not uncommon. You probably have a commercial plumber on speed dial! However, it's a mistake to view plumbing problems as an inevitable part of hotel operations. With the tips below, you can reduce the number of clogs, leaks, and other plumbing issues you have to deal with.  Install permanent baskets in drains. If your sinks and showers have removable baskets, then you can bet that some guests will remove them. Read More 

Leaking Pipes and Water Damage: What to Do If a Pipe Bursts in Your Home

Did a pipe recently burst inside your home? If so, you may be dealing with a whole lot of water damage. Unfortunately, pipes can start leaking and eventually become so damaged that they start leaking massive amounts of water all over the place. If this is the current situation you are dealing with, it is important to follow several steps to eliminate the water, fix the pipe and ultimately restore your belongings to the best of your ability. Read More 

Should You Attempt Your Own Plumbing Repairs?

Many tasks appear simple on paper but include possible obstacles that are not readily apparent to amateurs. This is especially true of plumbing repairs because some residential plumbing projects require relatively few steps and basic tools. However, there are components of these tasks that are often unpleasant, physically demanding, and sometimes dangerous to health and home. Here are a few examples of seemingly simple plumbing repairs that can vex even the most confident handyperson: Read More 

The Basics Of Finding A Plumber

Plumbing plays a part in your everyday life, but you probably don't think about it unless you're standing ankle deep in a slow-draining shower. And face it, nobody likes that. If you're here looking for answers, it's probably because something is wrong. Here's what you need to know so you can stop thinking about your plumbing and get back to singing those Bruno Mars songs in the shower. First, do you need a plumber? Read More