18 November 2015
If you are having a sewer problem, having to go down the drain to look for the damage may not be a pleasant task. Plumbers do not have to use guesswork to try and determine the problem in your plumbing, nor do they have to dig up your backyard to try to identify the source of a clog or leak. There is video technology that can help plumbers pinpoint the problem accurately.
14 October 2015
Home owners have a choice when it comes to plumbing work or any other home improvement endeavours, to hire a professional, like those at Modica Gas & Plumbing, or to take the DIY route. There are certain plumbing jobs such as installing new faucets, sinks and washing machines or dishwashers that many people would opt to do themselves rather than to hire a plumber. If you class yourself as being fairly competent when it comes to DIY remodeling in general, however, then you may well be inclined to go the DIY route for more serious plumbing projects, but could you be biting off more than you can chew?
13 October 2015
You may know to call a plumber to your home when a pipe is leaking or has burst, but plumbers are professionals who can do much more for your home than just fix pipes. There are many services that are best left to a plumber even if you think you're somewhat handy with tools, and which can ensure these jobs get done right. Note a few of these services so you know to call a plumber to your home the next time they're needed, and how a plumber can also prevent problems with your plumbing in the first place and make your water cleaner and safer.
15 September 2015
Plumbing emergencies are usually very rare in a home; if you don't mistreat your pipes by dumping things into the toilet that will clog it, and have your plumbing upgraded as needed, it will usually function without issues for years. However, there are times when plumbing problems are important enough to be considered an emergency and shouldn't be put off until you can get an appointment with a plumber. Note a few times when the plumbing problem in your home is an emergency and why it's vital that you don't overlook these issues or put off their repair.
15 September 2015
Coffee beans, soap scum, cooking grease, hair and food particles can travel down the kitchen sink and cause blocked drains in no time. One of the simplest ways to prevent your kitchen sink drain from clogging is to be cautious about what goes into it –– after all, prevention is better than cure. Do as much as possible to prevent these items from going into your kitchen drain by following these actionable steps.
14 September 2015
If you want to add a bathroom to the basement of your restaurant, shop, studio or other commercial space, it can be expensive to cut through basement concrete and add plumbing. Fortunately, that is not the only option. With an upflush toilet, a macerator and a pump, you can add a bathroom without cutting into the concrete slab of your building's basement. However, even with that option, there can be challenges.
2 September 2015
Kitchen sinks are used as much as any other appliance in the kitchen, and because of their frequency of use, they get damaged ever so often. If the kitchen sink drainpipe has sprung a small leak, a DIY enthusiast could undertake the repair task without calling a professional plumber. However, keep in mind that a professional like Haig & Menzel Contractors Pty Ltd best handles larger leaks and bigger problems. Here are some quick fixes for kitchen drainpipe leaks.
28 August 2015
As a homeowner, you will need to call a plumber like Sam's Local Plumbing at some point, and it helps if you have a working knowledge of some of the more common terminology that these professionals use during the course of their everyday work. In some cases, knowing these terms may enable you to fix some problems on your own, which can save you money. So with that in mind, here are a couple of terms that plumbers use that you should know.
28 August 2015
There are a number of plumbing emergencies that every home owner has to watch out for. These include: blocked drains, frozen pipes, burst pipes, leaks, etc. However, gas leaks can be termed the gravest plumbing emergencies of all. Read about how you can detect a gas leak in your home and what you should do in response. Risks of a gas leak First, it's important to understand just how dangerous gas leaks are.
25 August 2015
Installing a new ceiling fan or kitchen light may be something that a homeowner can tackle on their own with a few simple tools and precautions, but there are many other electrical jobs that should always be left to the pros, such as those at Royalty Plumbing and Gas. Before you start another home renovation or remodel project that involves electricity or wiring, note a few of those jobs that should be handled by an electrician, and why.