In this plumbing guide we review a very popular toilet tank fill valve the Fluidmaster 400A in our opinion the best fill valve for do-it-yourself and professional toilet tank repairs. If your toilet is constantly running, noisy or not filling properly it is most likely due to a bad toilet tank fill or ballcock valve….
A sure sign you may have a broken PVC main waterline, high water usage or puddling water above ground. You could be paying for thousands of gallons of wasted water a week while causing damage to your property and foundation. Sharp rocks or moving soil from expansion and contraction could crack a main PVC line….
A toilet wax ring is a seal at the base of your toilet that keeps sewer gases and liquid from leaking when flushing. If you notice water leaking from your toilet onto the floor or smell a bad odor in your bathroom that doesn’t go away the wax ring on the toilet may need to…
Using the right residential lawn sprinkler heads is as vital to a green lush lawn as is fertilizer and regular mowing. Proper coverage and water flow will eliminate patchy brown spots and distribute water evenly to your lawn. We have all seen those sprinklers watering the street and sidewalks while flooding one area of a…
Water leaks can add $5 to $100 a month to the average water bill. Even small leaks like a dripping faucet can add up. You could be paying hundreds of dollars a year for wasted water and causing expensive water damage to your home. This guide will help you identify and locate water leaks in…
A drip irrigation system is the most efficient method of watering your landscape plants. Landscapers continue to install these systems to promote healthy growing plants. A complete system is portable and more affordable then installing a permanent system. Drip watering systems save money, there is less wasted water and it is eco-friendly. Installation is a …
Garbage disposal stops working is it humming or operating poorly? This tutorial will help you troubleshoot and repair common issues. Save money and time doing it yourself. Common garbage disposal problems and their causes. Let’s look at some typical issues. This will help you figure out what’s wrong with yours. Humming noise, no grinding but still has…
Whether you are installing a new lawn sprinkler system or renovating an old system automatic sprinklers save time and provide even watering of your new or established lawn. A sprinkler system must be installed properly to work right. We will help you step by step in the correct way to installing a lawn sprinkler system….
Bathroom updates can be costly these days. The cost of replacing a bathtub can be as high as $2500 when using a contractor. Bathtub refinishing is a more affordable alternative and you can save even more money by doing it yourself. What Is Bathtub Refinishing Bathtub refinishing is a simple process which involves painting on…
This do-it-yourself guide to repairing a clogged toilet will show you all the tips and tricks the pros use to properly unclog a toilet fast. Save money by learning these methods and avoid the cost of calling a plumber. Things that should never be flushed down a toilet Let’s start by going over the things…