Plumbing

  • DIY Tools for Unclogging a Drain

    It’s that dreaded statement no one wants to hear: the drain is clogged again. There are a variety of ways to unclog the drain yourself quickly. However, if the clog won’t budge, or you don’t know what is causing the clog, then it’s time to call the professionals. DIY Drain Snake Options Dr...

  • It's Just a Toilet... Right?

    Things you need to know about the most popular seat in the house In 2014, Otogawa-Anschel, a design firm located in Minnesota, released an article titled “Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Toilets but Were Afraid to Ask.” Within the article, the company found that on aver...

  • It’s time to talk about “Frozen”

    We’re talking about your pipes, not the movie. As the Midwest is knee-deep in winter, we’re all feeling the effects. Around this time of year, people start to get a little bit of cabin fever, we have to add at least 15 minutes to our daily routine to clothe ourselves with tons of ...

  • Plumbing Tips: Water Conservation

    Water conservation is important for many reasons, like environmental protection and cost-savings. There are numerous ways to both conserve the water you use as well as determine whether or not faulty plumbing is running up your usage. Check for water leaks A slow drip from a...

  • Replacing Your Plumbing Hardware

    From bathrooms to kitchens to outside faucets, we have tips on maintaining all of your plumbing hardware. Things like plumbing hardware — faucets, spouts, and spigots — aren’t generally something we think about until they’re giving us problems. But once those bathroom and...

  • Septic & Sewer Systems

    Have you purchased a property with a septic tank, cesspool, or holding tank? Not sure what this means or the maintenance required to handle one? While there are similarities, each system operates differently and requires specific maintenance. Sewer Systems Over 75 percent of Americans run on sewer...

  • Why do Water Pipes Make Noise?

    Squeaking, creaking, whistling, and vibrating pipes can make you feel like you are living with ghosts – but most likely, it's nothing supernatural! The majority of these sounds can be attributed to your water pipes and can be fixed by either you or a Commercial Service technician. ...