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When you’ve got plumbing issues, it’s tempting to head to Kijiji to find a “handyman” who can get the job done for cheap. However, there’s a lot of risk associated with this. Your best option is to work with a licensed plumber, and usually, it costs the same or less in the long run. Let’s look at why working with an unlicensed plumber could cause problems. Quality Perhaps the biggest reason to work with a licensed plumber is that their licensure acts as p...

Our team of commercial plumbers deal with a variety of businesses and we end up dealing with a lot of the same type of issues that affect many commercial washrooms. Let’s run thru those top issues, a few tips for maintenance and when to call us for service. Leaky water supply/faucets: By far the number one issue. Not only can this waste a lot of money (think water bills), and also cause significant other damage when the leak is not all being caught in the fixture. Water pool...

Top Tools for DIY Plumbing Projects A clogged drain, plugged-up toilet, leaking pipes; plumbing problems can occur at any time and are terribly inconvenient when they do. Overall, we recommend you leave the plumbing projects up to the professionals, as most jobs require a lot of experience and know-how. But there are some DIY plumbing jobs that are feasible for you to take on yourself. If you’re going to give it a try, it’s important to make sure you have the right tools for the ...

Having issues with a well pump frequently cycling on and off, or even doing so nonstop? When you have your own well pump, you know the advantages of having an independent water supply. Being on your own can be daunting when you have to deal with issues like short cycling. These pumps generally last around 25 years, so it might not be uncommon to have an issue with them from time to time. Let’s look at the top common well pump issues and what you can do to resolve them. Insufficient a...

Household plumbing systems often develop problems that need fixing. Some minor drips and blockages might be DIY work but the majority of issues require a professional plumber. It’s tempting to find a “handyman” who gets things done on the cheap. A licensed, professional plumber does a lot more than just replacing a washer on that leaky tap. Let’s take a look at a few examples of why a licensed plumber is the right choice. Proper diagnosis of the problem Safety Per...

Plumbing services are an essential part of every household and they can often be a costly challenge for seniors on a budget. To help seniors get their repair services done in a more affordable and easy way, we provide seniors a 10% discount. This 10% discount is applicable on all our plumbing services that include the installation, repair and upgrade of fixtures and appliances. Now you can get a discount off all of our professional plumbing services, routine maintenance, emergency repairs or ...

The warmer weather is here and it’s time to think about getting your cottage, lake house or other vacation home ready for the just around the corner relaxing summer days. First, however, you have to de-winterize your property if you’ve been away for the winter. Often, this is only a matter of reversing the actions you took to winterize the property before the cold weather seasons arrived. Here are all the steps you need to take to de-winterize your cottage correctly. Turn electri...

Plumbing it’s all the same. Right? Not so, while many of the principles and skills needed are similar, there is a big difference on the commercial side. Commercial plumbers work with water supply and wastewater drainage systems for a variety of businesses, public spaces, building complexes, and high rises...much more demanding and sophisticated work than residential plumbing.  Commercial plumbers are also responsible for the regular service maintenance and repair of these systems....

Technology and convenience are key factors influencing fixture design as well as installations, making your home much more functional, economical and stylish. Why not have a practical and personalized experience? Homeowners, young and old alike, are driving the demand for these more stylish  “smart” fixtures in both the bathroom and kitchen. In addition, COVID-19 has accelerated the installation of touchless fixtures and smart technologies in both residential and commer...

Established by the World Plumbing Council, March 11 is an important day for the plumbing industry all around the world. Besides the celebration, competitions and activities plumbers participate in, it also gives us pause to share with the communities we serve about overall health, sustainability and prosperity. Plumbers are always thinking about how we can improve the quality of life thru safe sanitation and water conservation for all of us. Let’s look at some facts on how plumbi...