Winter is finally over for the year, although with it being Michigan, we are sure to get at least one more surprise flurry. As the weather begins its yo-yo-ing up and down by 20-30 degree changes in a matter of hours or days, the chances for leaks...

With changes coming outside, prepare with or the changes inside. Your heating system has kept you and your family comfortable for months. Now is the sweet spot between extreme seasons to tune-up and maintain your systems. Check out our tips below...

Have you flushed your toilet only to see the murky water spin without going anywhere? No one wants to look down at such a disgusting sight. You have so many more important tasks to do than spend time trying to figure out why your toilet...

Installing a new shower head is a simple project that does not require a huge expenditure of effort or money. If your shower head has not been upgraded within the last 5 years, then it is time to invest in an upgrade. In most modern bathrooms,...

If water is pooling in your basement when your air conditioner is on, you have reason to be concerned. If water is starting to pool around your central air conditioner's inside unit, you should turn it off right away. The...

You might not appreciate how great a hot shower can be until you have to go without one, and easiest way to start your day off on the wrong foot is to have your warm morning shower interrupted by a sudden chilly change in temperature due to...

Winter brings fun options that aren’t available in the summer months. Winter brings a chance to build snowmen and go sledding. There are also dangers that come during the cold weather months. Protect yourself and your family from potential...

It’s the middle of winter, temperatures have dropped to below freezing, and suddenly you realize your furnace isn’t working. What could be the cause of a malfunctioning furnace? Grab your blanket and read on to find out more. Check...

You turn on the bathroom faucet first thing on a cold morning, and only a trickle of water comes out. Your water line froze! If you act quickly, you can still prevent the problem from getting much worse. 1. Determine if there is water leaking...

Preventing frozen pipes will help keep your pipes from bursting. This means you won’t wake up in the middle of night hearing gushing water or go down to your basement to discover an icicle hanging from the pipes. This can also save...

Most times, a blocked kitchen sink can ruin your day. You are washing a pile of dirty dishes in the sink, but the water does not drain, it begins to change color and starts to rise. Then it hits you that your sink is clogged and you need...

While some plumbing issues are simple DIY's, others are better handled by a professional plumber to prevent escalation. Here are some of the instances when you should call in a plumber; 1. A leaking pipe A leaking pipe should be treated as an...

On average, every household will hire professional plumbing services at least once every three years. The bottom line, however, is seeking professional help as soon as possible before the problem escalates. Here are three common plumbing problems to...

Old is gold, or so goes the popular adage. But how far does the saying go especially when it comes to the plumbing system in your home? For starters, there’s no need to replace a plumbing system that’s working perfectly just because...

Lots of people have been stuck in the same terrible situation: the hottest days of the summer and a broken air conditioning unit. It seems like one of the most common cruel jokes that life can play on the modern world, but it's probably not...

Air conditioning accounts for a significant amount of your utility bill every month. Through practicing the correct air conditioning practices, you can minimize the amount of money you spend on the same. Some of the energy-saving techniques...

A leaking faucet can seem like a small problem at first, but if left unfixed for long, could worsen. Once the leaking increases, water losses can lead to higher water bills or cause rusting of metals in its path. Knowledgeable homeowners should fix...

Low water pressure is an issue many homeowners have to deal with at one point. Looking forward to a rejuvenating warm shower and ending up under a dripping faucet can be quite frustrating. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to remedy...

You depend on your plumbing for all your washing and sanitation needs, and it is vital that this system function properly. There are some ways you can tell your pipes are wearing out, and we will discuss this in more detail in this article. You...

One of the most frustrating things that can happen in a home is too suddenly experience low water pressure. Low water pressure can make it difficult to take a shower or bath, do laundry or clean dishes, or even do yard work. Fortunately, there are...