Clogged toilets can be a nightmare to deal with, and they seem to happen way more often than other types of clogged pipes. If you have ever wondered why toilet clogs are so common, here are a few explanations. They Are Old Old toilets have more clogging issues due ...

As temperatures heat up, we need to start cooling ourselves down. For many, an air conditioner is essential to surviving through the warmer months, and it can be devastating if your air conditioner is broken. Here are a few warning signs that your air conditioner nee...

Spring is here, and that means the weather is going to fluctuate. In a state like Michigan, you can expect both chilly and sunny days over the course of the season. Weather can have a big impact on plumbing, so we will take a look at what challenges may arise for you...

Every pet owner understands that having pets can lead to problems you may not have anticipated at first. One unexpected problem is that our pets can actually cause issues with plumbing. Here are some pet-related plumbing problems for you to look out for. Biting the ...

Leaks are annoying — they’re difficult to fix, and they can cost a lot of money in both repairs and water bills. If you’re dealing with a leak, you might be wondering why this has happened and whether you could have foreseen it coming. Here are a few common rea...

A healthy furnace should be working quietly in the background, heating your house without drawing attention to itself. If your furnace is making noise, it is probably getting old or suffering from some type of damage. Here are some familiar furnace sounds and what th...

It may not feel like it quite yet, but spring is coming and coming fast. Just as cold weather and ice can affect your plumbing, so too can melting ice and snow. Here are a few things to watch out for as we inch closer to March and April — and warmer temperatures. ...

Understanding Heaters vs. Boilers When you live in Michigan, you understand the necessity of a warm home. Heating your home correctly is the priority, while energy efficiency and noise level are a close second and third. So, what are the main differences between fur...

Preventing and Identifying Frozen Pipes The most common plumbing issue homeowners face during the winter is frozen and burst pipes. If temperatures dip below freezing, the water in pipes can freeze, particularly in pipes in colder or uninsulated areas of your home, ...