Let’s be realistic: there’s nothing exciting about drain pipe lining unless you’re a plumber with a burning passion for your work, in which case, you already know what to expect to pay for this type of project. For everyone else who is a little less enthusiastic about it, not only can plumbing stuff get painfully … Read more
Know thy pipes: that’s the first commandment of plumbing. A plumbing system is nice and reliable, out of sight and out of mind behind the walls. When there’s a problem, you don’t often know about it until it’s too late. It’s important to keep things running smoothly and proper plumbing maintenance helps things stay clear. … Read more
What is the difference between an industrial plumber and a residential plumber? How could plumbing be any different really, between an individual house and an office building? When you think about it, they both have pipes carrying water to and from certain places, so how different could it really be? There’s a surprisingly large difference … Read more
What are your pipes made of? Well, we don’t actually mean your pipes, just the ones in your Toronto home. When it comes to your plumbing pipes, you want strong, resilient, and reliable pipes to rely on. There are a various different pipes used during drain repair in Toronto and it’s important to understand all … Read more
The leaves have turned and as the weather grows colder, the wet winter season begins. It’s time to start weatherproofing your house for the inevitable rain and snow. You’ve checked your windows and you’ve made sure any weather strips are ready to seal out the cold, but what about the dampness? A leaky basement is … Read more
When you’re renting a condo, knowing who’s responsible for specific repairs and tasks (landlord or tenant) can be confusing and downright frustrating. Most people in today’s society aren’t aware of the rights of tenants and landlords, nor are they familiar with areas of the law dealing with property maintenance. One of the biggest “gray areas” … Read more
To buy or not to buy, that is the question. Trying to figure out whether to buy or rent a water heater can be a difficult and confusing process. The first step in any big decision involving Toronto residential plumbing is always to do your research. So you’ve taken to the internet, googled “renting vs … Read more
Figuring out what’s wrong with your sump pump might be a bit difficult, especially if you’re not even entirely sure what a sump pump is. It’s a pump in your basement that’s situated in a pit, which pumps out built-up water to protect your home from being flooded. In Toronto, flooding is such a common … Read more
Waterproofing is an essential part of building your home and not something you want to mess around with. The first thing you need to understand is exactly what foundation waterproofing is, and how it’s going to impact the rest of your home life. When you dig into the ground to build the foundation for your … Read more
As the weather turns from hot to the cool crispness of fall, it’s time to begin preparing your home for the coming winter. There are some jobs that are just ideal for doing in the fall before it becomes too cold and the ground begins to freeze. Drain cleaning is one of these essential fall … Read more
When you’re renovating your kitchen and starting from scratch, you have a lot of different choices to make. What kind of counters? What cupboards? One of the decisions you’ll have to make is what kind of sink will you pick. Now, you may be one of the people who didn’t even realize there were other … Read more
Queue the dramatic music, a flash of lightning and a scream—the nightmare of house hunting begins. It really can be a nightmare when you’re house hunting. Everyone knows someone who bought a house that was a total disaster, or you’ve seen Money Pit. The only way to turn this into your ideal dream: preparation. Doing … Read more