How to Remove Rust Stains from a Toilet
We’ve all seen them. Rust stains in a toilet. What do most of us instantly think? That’s right, we assume the homeowner does not take proper care of their bathroom. Of course, many of us know that rust stains are not caused by ignoring our…
How to Join PVC Pipe
Ahhh, the wonder of PVC pipe … ready for a home project? PVC pipe is now one of the most widely used plastics in the world, and has quickly become the favored replacement material in plumbing systems. PVC (Poly Vinyl Chloride) is perfect for outdoors…
Common Plumbing Problems That Show Up During the Summer
As we launch further into summer, homeowners everywhere will start to spend more time outside, in their backyards and on their patios. But it also means they’ll start spending more money on watering their yards, filling up their pools, and using more water in general….
3 Ways to Prevent Catastrophic Flooding in Your Home
You might think a little water can’t hurt anybody, but we all know that a lot of water can wreak serious havoc on a home. Even damages from a relatively small flood can cost $10,000 to repair, and more extensive problems can rack up a…
How to Install an Outside Shower
I wonder how many of us have went to the beach and appreciated the outdoor shower that allowed us to get rid of sand and dirt before venturing on to our next vacation event. Or perhaps we have always thought that the bathtub was probably…
Steps to Take Before Sump Pump Installation in Your Connecticut Home
Installing a sump pump is the most effective way to keep your home dry and prevent significant water damage. Sump pumps collect excess water and push it outdoors, away from your home’s foundation. If professionally installed, your sump pump should last for a long time,…
Do I Need a Sump Pump?
A couple weeks ago we worked on answering the question “What is a Sump Pump“. This time we’d like to go over the factors that may help you decide if you need a sump pump for your home. During heavy rains and fast snow melt…
What is a Sump Pump?
A “Sump” according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary is defined as “a pit or reservoir serving as a drain or receptacle for liquids. A “Sump Pump” is a device that pumps water out of that man-made pit. The objective of a sump pump system is to…
What causes low water pressure in Stratford, CT?
You may have noticed your water pressure is not what it once was. Depending on whether that change has happened over days, months or years will go a long way to helping you determine the cause of your low water pressure. There are 2 shut-off…
How to Decide Whether to Install Hydronic or Electric Radiant Heating in Your Milford Home
Picture this: you walk in from a blisteringly cold day in Connecticut to an in-floor heating system that can melt away the snow and ice. Your bathroom floors are soothingly warm when you get out of the shower, and you never have to worry about…