Septic tanks play a crucial role in a home. They collect all the black and gray water from the house and store it. They are typically installed where the municipality sewer lines are yet to be fixed or in homes that were built way before the sewer lines were installed. With that in mind, regular septic tank pumping is essential for flawless usage of the system. When to Pump the Tank So how do you know when to pump your septic tank? There is no clear answer to this question. This is because it depends on several factors such...

A nightmare for any homeowner is to find an undetected water leak after it has already caused lots of damage.  Below is a guide for homeowners on how to detect troublesome leaks before they cause major problems for you and your home.  Continue reading below for a homeowner’s guide to leak detection. Many leaks, and some of most damaging, are in areas of your home that you do not regularly see. How can you detect a leak if you are not physically seeing water dripping from somewhere it should not?  Regularly monitor your water bill.  We suggest paying close...

One thing that homeowners know is that a plumber is expensive. It gets even more expensive to have your residential plumbing fixed if you let it go. Below are some tips that you can use to help you know when things need to be fixed. Check Your Faucets – Check the faucets in your kitchen, utility sink and bathroom for drips or puddles. If there are leaks, make your repairs. This will help save money and extend the life of your faucets. Examine Your Exposed Pipes – You want to check them regularly to see if there are leaks....

Plumbers are known for being expensive. No one wants to have to call their plumbing contractor, but there are sometimes when it can’t be avoided. Below are 3 signs that you might have to call your plumbing contractor. Slow Draining If you have a drain that is not draining quickly, it may be time to call a plumber. This might be in your sink, your tub or even in your toilet. You might be able to use a plunger or a cleaner to fix the problem. But if things are too bad or if nothing is working, you want...