You can’t see them, but they’re there. Tree roots might be lurking in the pipes of your house, threatening to destroy your plumbing system and drain you of money. While trees provide shade and are a beautiful part of your home’s landscaping, what you can’t see under the ground could be causing damage. Roots grow […]
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Summer Plumbing Tips
Outdoor fun and entertaining are what summer is all about, but the season places more needs on our plumbing systems. Here is a quick primer to filter through the summer, getting your household pipes to work optimally. Inspect Washing Machine Hoses. Somebody in your household is bound to have dirty clothes through the season. Make […]
Garbage Disposal Repair
This isn’t the first time you’ve put leftover meat, vegetable, or fruit scraps in the garbage disposal, then you flip the switch, and nothing happens. What do you do when your garbage disposal isn’t working? Do you need to call a plumber? As a homeowner, you might be able to repair the garbage disposal. Here are some tips to help you repair the unit: Start with […]
Consider a Plumbing Inspection Before Buying a Home
A plumbing inspection allows you to ensure no major plumbing issues would affect the home’s value before buying it. This can help you negotiate the price and ensure that you don’t buy the house and be surprised later when major plumbing issues arise. Here are some concerns an inspection might find: Pipe Leaks During the […]
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes
Although we are in March, don’t let unseasonably warm weather fool you, we are still in the midst of winter, and your home’s pipes have the potential to freeze. Winter brings frigid temperatures across Wisconsin, and when temperatures drop, the water that goes through your home’s faucets is in danger of freezing inside your pipes. […]
