Entries by Philip Agyeman-Budu

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5 Warning Signs You Have Water Leaks at Home: Our Guide

There is nothing more alarming, inconvenient, and disruptive than having water leaks at home. The chances are that you have a leaky faucet, a dripping pipe, or a loose water heater. When confronted with these problems, you would be considering fixing them by yourself or hiring a local plumber. However, what can be even more […]

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How You Can Fix a Leaky Faucet: Our Practical Guide

Leaky faucets: although these problems may not seem so significant at first compared to other plumbing troubles at home, the truth is that they’re a nuisance not to be messed with because of the trouble they bring. Regardless if you’re dealing with a problem that manifests in annoying drops from the spout or one that […]

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Clearing a Clogged Drain

Coming across a clogged drain in your home, even a small one, can put a damper on your day. How you deal with it can also affect how the rest of your day, or week, goes as planned. For relatively small clogs, a simple DIY option (which we’ll explore below) can suffice for the time […]

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Plumbing Maintenance Tips for the Fall

The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that installation of efficient plumbing fixtures and their proper maintenance could help Americans cut on water consumption by a whopping 35% or more. Plumbing issues, however, are not always easily detectable which makes preventive maintenance a vital facet in keeping your system in peak condition. Here’s why preventive maintenance is […]

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Understanding Hard and Soft Water

Ever wondered about what people are talking about when they comment about hard or soft water? Read this and you’ll be ready to jump right into the next similar discussion you encounter. Here’s how water becomes hard or soft, and what drawbacks and benefits your local water type involves. We’ll throw in some cleaning tips and […]

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5 DIY Plumbing Tips That Will Still Require A Professional Plumber

And When to Call a Professional Plumber Most of us would love to save money whenever we can.  When it comes to plumbing, however, it’s generally better to call in the professional; especially when you may be in over your head or you just don’t have the time. Some of the smaller plumbing jobs, however, […]