A lot of people tend to take their plumbing for granted – they put things like grease and oils down the sink, and flush things down the toilet that shouldn’t go down their as well. For these people, their plumbing isn’t an issue, until it becomes a BIG issue. If you make sure to take […]
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Let’s face it, Spring is known as the wettest time of the year, and its because of that that you need to take extra precaution around the house to make sure you avoid leaks and floods. There are plenty of steps that you can take around your house to make sure that your plumbing and
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For all homeowners there are constant worries – what will need to be fixed next? The best approach is to always be proactive with your homecare instead of reactive. Instead of waiting for something to go wrong and for something to break, homeowners should stay on top of any issue by taking proper care of
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When we see a small crack starting to form in our basement floor or foundation, it can be very easy to just go to the hardware store, get some sealant, and then consider the job done. The problem with this is that is doesn’t so much solve the problem as much as it just kicks
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Why Pouring Grease Down the Drain is a Recipe for Disaster We’ve all been there. You’ve just finished cooking up some delicious bacon or ground beef, and now you’re left with a pan full of hot, liquid grease. The temptation to just pour it down the kitchen sink is real—it seems like a quick and
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It’s easy to take your drains for granted. As long as the water disappears when you pull the plug, everything’s fine, right? If a small clog does pop up, it’s tempting to just grab a bottle of chemical drain cleaner, pour it down, and call it a day. The problem is, that chemical stuff is
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Now that the depths of a Canadian winter are setting in, we’re seeing the kind of deep cold that leads to serious ground frost. While we’ve talked about protecting the pipes inside your home, it’s easy to forget about the plumbing that runs underground—especially sprinkler and irrigation systems. Failing to properly protect all your pipes,
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Plumbing Tips for a Dry, Healthy Home Mold is more than an eyesore—it can damage your property, cost thousands to remove, and pose serious health risks to your family.While good ventilation and a sealed foundation help, hidden plumbing problems are one of the biggest mold triggers.Here’s how to protect your home by spotting and fixing
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Your Plumbing Checklist for a Worry-Free Winter Vacation Heading off for a winter vacation should be all about relaxing and making memories, not worrying about what’s happening back at the house. Unfortunately, an empty home in the middle of a Canadian winter can be vulnerable to plumbing disasters like burst pipes and flooding. To make
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Here in Ontario, the cold weather can sneak up on you fast. One minute you’re enjoying the fall colours, the next you’re bracing for a hard frost. That sudden drop in temperature is tough on your home’s plumbing, especially your outdoor faucets. Winterizing is all about preventing water from freezing, expanding, and bursting your pipes.
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