Tag: plumbing tips
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Five Proven Ways to Unclog Your Shower Drain
Trying to take a relaxing shower? It’s not so easy when you have a clogged shower drain! If you think you’re dealing with a clog, check the speed at which water drains. If it has slowed or won’t drain at all, leaving you with standing water at the bottom of the bathtub, you have a…
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Sewer Backup Valves: Why You Need One & Their Costs
Sewage needs to get out and stay out! When waste leaves your home, it should remain outside of the house in the municipal sewer system. But, not everything always goes according to plan. Sometimes, when flooding or heavy rainfall occurs, there’s a possibility sewage could flow back to your home. The best way to avoid…
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How to Clean a Smelly Garbage Disposal
Do you have a stench in your sink? Blech! It happens to everyone, and the good news is there are some simple steps to eliminating the stink and preventing it in the future. Here’s how to make your garbage disposal smell as fresh as a daisy once again. Scrub What You Can See The first…
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How To Improve Your Water Pressure
Have you ever noticed sluggish water flow coming from one or more faucets in your home? If you have, this is a situation that you must investigate and tend to promptly. Low water pressure can be caused by many things. It could be something as simple as a shut-off valve that has been closed or…
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Getting Your Hose Bibs Ready for Spring
As Spring has begun, and warm weather is just around the corner, you may find yourself spending more time outdoors these days. If you’re doing some spring cleaning, you will likely need to turn on your garden hose at some point. Harsh Alberta winters with extremely low temperatures can sometimes cause hairline fractures in your…
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How to Prevent Frozen Pipes
In chilly Alberta winters, water lines can freeze if frost is pushed below the waterline. The pipes in your home can also freeze due to extreme temperatures, wind chills, or furnace failures which result in no heat in your home. You should be familiar with how to prevent your pipes from freezing, and what to…
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How to Keep Your Drains Clear of Hair and other Buildup
Clogged drains are a common household problem. Knowing how to keep your drains clear will keep your pipes healthy and reduce your need to call a plumber for sluggish drains or water backup. Follow these tips to limit what you put in your drains Try these tips to remove clogs before you call a plumber…
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Game Day Plumbing Tips for Your Edmonton Home
Are you planning a big Super Bowl® party this weekend? Lots of Edmonton homes will be filled with fans gathering to cheer on their favorite team – and eat their favorite party foods. While the talk around this year’s game seems to be focused more on the American ads that will play during the telecast,…