Plumbing

When we think of our plumbing systems, we often imagine the water inside flowing in one direction and one direction only. While that should be the case, an increase or decrease in water pressure can sometimes cause some water to flow backward.  This backward flow of water in your home water system is called backflow. Plumbing backflow is an undesirable backward flow of solid materials or chemicals which may flow into your potable (drinkable) water system. If substances like chlorine […]

If you’re a homeowner, you may have heard of water softeners. Especially if you live in a region with harsh water, it may have been suggested to you to invest in one.  But first, what is hard water? Hard water contains significant levels of heavy minerals like magnesium and calcium, carbonates, bicarbonates, and even sulfates. These minerals do have some health benefits since our bodies require them; however, an excess means the negative effects outweigh the benefits.  For instance, high

If you’ve ever experienced issues due to hard water in your area, you may have considered installing a water softener in your home.  Many homeowners have water softeners installed in their homes. But, for those who are newer to the concept, there is often a crucial concern: can you drink softened water? Despite what some might think, drinking soft water is safe. In fact, soft water eliminates the health risks of consuming hard water, such as developing Alzheimer’s disease. Water

Do you live in a region with harsh water? It may be a good idea to invest in a water softener..  Water softeners help make the water from your tap better to drink, cook with, and bathe in. There are several types of water softeners, and each has a specific purpose. Some water softeners are attached to the faucet, whereas others are located beneath the sink or attached to the shower head.  Ultimately their end goal is to improve the

Introduction The snow and the chilly temperature during winter can cause a lot of plumbing issues if you don’t take care. You wouldn’t want to have plumbing failure in winter, especially with the freezing temperature. That would be such a mess! There are ways to prevent plumbing failure and that is what we’ll be diving into below! Ensuring the plumbing around your home or building is in good condition is one way to go through winter without hassles. Failing to

Looking for a solution for a toilet that won’t start running? While several things may be to blame, the first thing to know is the flushing mechanism you have installed. In North America, many homes have the flapper flush, siphon, or the dual system. In commercial spaces, the toilets typically utilize the pressure-assisted flushing mechanism that packs more flushing pressure to prevent clogging. For the scope of this article, we will focus on remedies for a leaking toilet flapper, defective