Every industry has its myths and legends, and plumbing is no different. Professional plumbers everywhere have their share of stories to tell, some of which are quite horrendous while others are downright comical. A Pennsylvania bathroom plumbing company took things…
When you embark on a home renovation project, finding the right contractors to do the various stages of the work is critically important. It’s not always a good idea to go for a “one-stop-shop” solution, either. Large construction companies typically…
No, it isn’t Halloween yet, and neither have we lost our collective minds. We’re thinking of what happened to some Toronto homeowners in December 2013 when a doozy of an ice storm struck the city. Residents in some areas ended…
There are few things more frustrating than trying to take a shower in a pathetic trickle of water. Fortunately, you can figure out how to increase water pressure once you know what the cause of the problem is. It might…
Having a sump pump installation is almost essential for Toronto homes, but it remains one of the “most forgotten” systems in the house. It’s common to hear of homeowners forgetting to check or test it, and the result is that…
Spring is finally here (well, almost) and with it comes the expectation of those famous April showers. Long before you can enjoy the May flowers, though, you’re likely to be dealing with flooded gardens and drenched downspouts. These 5 essential…
Every year, Toronto homeowners are plagued by wet basement problems. It’s a fact of property ownership in the GTA that sooner or later, you’re going to have to waterproof your basement and foundations or you risk being flooded. At best,…
After last winter’s huge insurance claims due mainly to the ice storm that hit over the holidays, Toronto homeowners are getting slammed by their insurance companies in a big way. From updated roofing to costly drain cleaning in Toronto, here…
Whenever you shower you wonder where all the hair came from, right? Well, it’s no secret where it’s going to—it’s going down your bathroom drain. And that can only lead to a clogged, smelly exit pipe and the need to…
As a thriving business metropolis, Toronto property owners are constantly under pressure to upgrade commercial premises to keep them viable for tenants. That results in the ongoing remodeling you can see taking place almost everywhere you look, as offices and…
