Toilets…everybody has one, or two, or three. That’s why we felt it was worthwhile to share some common toilet problems and fixes that depending on your skill set, tools, and confidence, you might be able to do yourself. History – There have always been problems with our toilets. More than 5,000 years ago, primitive systems … Continued

“A heat pump is no different than an air conditioner”. Well…yes…and no. As the name implies, a heat pump pumps heat…outside to cool your home, and inside to heat your home. In fact, heat pumps generally provide much more efficient heating than a typical oil, natural gas, propane, or electric furnace, or strip heat like … Continued

It’s your dream home. You make an offer. Offer accepted. You order an inspection. The inspection is done and all is well. Or is it? Homebuyer inspections are the rule these days. Sometimes plumbers are called in to do a more thorough follow-up inspection. Unfortunately, this often happens after the home has already been purchased. … Continued

This question is asked so often the answer demands a revisit every now and then. If a water heater purchase is in your future we suggest that you read on. One of the most common questions I get from Homeowners and Property Managers is this; are those small tanks we sometimes see on top of … Continued

Having worked in the Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling industry now for over 40-years, I’ve come to notice a few basic things worth considering when it’s time to choose a heating/cooling system; either initially with a new home, or as a replacement for an existing system. The most basic thing to consider is what kind of … Continued