Water

A sink that keeps filling up with water can be fixed easily in most situations as long as you follow the right steps. Very rarely will you need the help of a professional plumber – that’ll only happen if there’s a serious problem. Here’s how you can fix a sink that keeps filling up with …

When a kitchen sink is not getting hot water, it usually indicates a blockage of transfer between the water heater and the faucet. But before we dive into troubleshooting this, let’s clear up one important question: Is the faucet not getting water at all through the hot water side or is water coming out but …

Cross-linked polyethylene, also known as PEX, is a lightweight and durable polyethylene thermoplastic with cross-links. This tubing is typically used for domestic or building service pipes, hydronic systems, and insulation for electrical cables. Nowadays, PEX tubing is quickly replacing traditional copper and galvanized steel pipes and is an exceptional option for underground piping.  PEX tubing …

Water makes up such a huge part of our planet that it is not surprising to find it in our homes. However, water damage is also a major problem in homes.  Often moisture shows up as condensation on the wall, or even moisture present inside the wall. Unless you can see a visible leak, humidity …

We’re familiar with tankless water heaters providing on-demand hot water for domestic appliances. But can that same type of tankless water heater be used to heat a pool? A tankless water heater can be used to heat a pool, although the type used for domestic hot water isn’t designed for this purpose. You may need …

I’ve been looking at the possibility of installing a tankless water heater for my pool. They take up significantly less space than traditional water heaters and can be incredibly energy-efficient. But I had to do some research to determine whether or not I could install one outdoors. A tankless water heater can be installed outside …

When my wife decided she wanted a large flower bed along the front porch, I was worried that we would have standing water in the front yard. I’d addressed standing water issues previously by installing a french drain in the yard so I wasn’t ready to create another issue. I did some research and learned …

There are practical steps that you can take to save money every single month on your water bill in an apartment or dorm and I want to share those with you. When my wife and I lived in an apartment, I was so frustrated by the high water bill that we would receive each month. …