by Benjamin Franklin | Dec 4, 2019 | Gutter Maintenance
Unless you have heating elements installed in your gutters — a handy but uncommon feature — you’ll likely have to put up with some icicle formation if you live in a colder climate. But the real danger is when your gutters and downspouts fill up with...
by Benjamin Franklin | Nov 6, 2019 | Plumbing
The water heater is one of the biggest energy-consuming appliances in most homes, so if you’re looking for a place to cut back on energy costs, it’s a good place to start. But before you dial back your water heater’s thermostat a few degrees, there are a few things to...
by Benjamin Franklin | Oct 9, 2019 | Plumbing
There are lots of reasons why homeowners and plumbers alike use plastic pipes in their plumbing projects. Plastic pipes are inexpensive, lightweight and will never corrode. They’re great at keeping hot water hot, and they don’t collect condensation from cold water as...
by Benjamin Franklin | Sep 13, 2019 | Plumbing
It’s easy to want to flush everything down the drain when cleaning, cooking, and living day-to-day life. What most homeowners don’t realize is some common household items are detrimental to drains and can cause catastrophic back-ups. Some of these items may seem like...
by Benjamin Franklin | Aug 9, 2019 | Plumbing
If you are a homeowner with a septic system, regular maintenance is essential for extending the lifespan of your system. Occasionally, an alarm will sound and it’s important that you understand what a septic alarm means and how to check for the cause of an engaged...
