5 Reasons to Get a Professional Plumber for Your Remodel

home destroyed during remodeling due to inexperienced plumber

You want to remodel your kitchen or add another bathroom in time for summer, and now’s a good time of year to start planning it. Your budget is limited, however, and you really don’t want to spend more than you have to—especially not on labor. So it’s tempting to go with the handyman down the … Read more

4 Top Tips for Reducing Your Environmental Footprint

If you’re environmentally conscious like most Torontonians, you’ll want to make sure your home is as green as possible. Here are our tips for ensuring that you reduce your footprint wherever possible by choosing smart residential plumbing solutions. If you aren’t sure what’s possible and what’s not, consult with your local Toronto plumber to find … Read more

How to Clear a Clogged Drain Yourself (sometimes!)

diy tools for cleaning a drain clog

Every homeowner experiences a clogged drain at some point, and it’s usually at the least convenient time. Whether it’s your kitchen sink, bathroom basin or the guest shower, you’ll need to address it as soon as possible. The first step is to determine whether you need a professional to come in and do plumbing repairs … Read more

2013 Toronto Ice Storm Aftermath

Few Torontonians will forget Christmas 2013 in a hurry. The ice storm came up with about 12 hours warning, and many were still out enjoying holiday parties the night it happened. By midnight, it was coming down and by morning, we knew we were in trouble. Over the next few days, many homes were without … Read more

4 Festive Toilet Fiascos to Avoid this Holiday Season

row of outhouse toilets

“‘Tis the season to be jolly” tra-la-la-la-la… That’s all very well, but when you have a house full of guests and you develop toilet problems it’s really difficult to stay jolly. Here are some of the things that can happen in a busy household during the festivities, and ways you can avoid them. And if … Read more

Tips to Prevent Your Garden Causing Plumbing Problems

garden with plumbing issues

Homeownership is like a car; if you overlook one thing, something else goes wrong. Your garden can cause a number of issues that impact your Toronto home, particularly the plumbing. How’s that, you ask? The garden is outdoors and the plumbing is mostly indoors. That’s just it – mostly, not all. Your plumbing infrastructure begins … Read more

Torontonians Will Have to Pay More for Water Services Soon

Faucet in need of repairs

With the recent historic floods experienced across the GTA, Toronto plumbers have had their hands full with basement flooding and related problems. One of the issues that’s taken priority with city councils is the storm water system, and in Mississauga councillors recently approved a new “storm water fee” that is expected to bring in up … Read more