If you recently purchased a new home, you're probably excited for the opportunities and fresh start that a new home can bring. One of the first things that new homeowners should do is have their plumbing system inspected. It's important not only for peace of mind but...

Garbage disposals are an integral appliance in the kitchens that have them installed. Sometimes though, your disposal stops working properly. To determine if your garbage disposal is not working, you need to be familiar with the different symptoms. Symptoms of a Brok...

The dishwasher is an amazing appliance. It helps to clean your dishes with ease, makes your kitchen look nicer, and even saves on water waste. When properly maintained, a dishwasher can last for quite some time. For many homeowners, making the judgement call as to wh...

Inspecting sewer lines in the past has always been a tricky business. Typically, a homeowner never knew they had a problem until there was a sewage backup or another major issue. Even then, plumbers usually tried methods like snaking the line. If that fixed the probl...

Basement flooding is a common issue throughout the United States. While this type of damage is very common in areas stricken by hurricanes and heavy storms, some homeowners in the Troy, MI area and beyond may see light flooding every time it rains around their homes....

Summertime in Michigan typically means high temperatures and lots of sunshine, but the Troy area can also receive some surprisingly violent summer thunderstorms. As you finish your spring cleaning this year, take some time to ensure your basement is safe from floodin...

Freezing temperatures are abating in Troy, Michigan, and we are looking forward to the lazy days of summer. One thing you will want to be sure of before those warmer days arrive is that your central air conditioning is operating at optimum capacity. You should have y...

There are plumbing problems that pop up unexpectedly during the winter months in Troy, Michigan.  If you are worried about your plumbing working well this winter, consider an inspection to make sure everything is ready for the colder months. Water Heater Problems If...

If you have a standard tank water heater, there are a few signs that it needs replacing soon.  Consider replacing your water heater before the coldest months of winter so that you don’t have a plumbing emergency when it is freezing! Your Water Heater is Old. If...