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Clogged drains are a reality sooner or later in your home. It’s not all bad news, often you can troubleshoot the issues and prevent them from happening in the first place. Most bathroom or laundry room clogs are a result of dirt, hair and skin flakes combined with the soap scum in the drain and on the walls of the pipes. This accumulates over time and clogs the drain. In the kitchen there is grease, oil and food particles added to the mix, increasing the likelihood of a clog.  Whe...

Kitchens and bathrooms are the life of your house. Spring time in Canada often is renovating season, where projects to upgrade kitchens, bathrooms and living spaces is at the forefront. Unfortunately, some of these projects will come across unexpected issues during demolition that will add on to the costs and necessities of the job. Plumbing concerns are frequently among these unexpected issues that don’t get noticed until the demolition process. Here are a few examples of plumbing iss...

Living with hard water is a hassle! Not only is hard water hard on your clothes, it also negatively affects your hair and makes it harder for you to clean dishes and fixtures around the house. Softening your water is the only way to get rid of hard water and the headaches that come with it. But, like most plumbing upgrades, it’ll come at a cost. Wondering whether you should invest in a water softener? Here are just five of the benefits you’ll enjoy when you have soft water in you...

Dishwasher no longer draining? Is there leftover water at the bottom after a cycle is complete? Though there can be a number of reasons a dishwasher won’t drain, the issue can often be fixed with some quick troubleshooting steps. Learn what steps to take if your dishwasher won’t drain and tips to keep your dishwasher draining properly in the future. Ultimately you may need a plumber or repairman, but first check these simple things: 1. Check for a blockage/clogged filter Make sur...

A special two-part series on tips to renovate your home's kitchen and bathrooms. Today's installment is focused on getting a newly renovated kitchen. Given how long you will be without a kitchen, and the extent of the work that will need to be done, it's important you make the proper preparations in advance. Here's an overview of some of the steps you can take to prepare for your kitchen renovation, after you've got a contractor and design all settled. Make sure you...