Any home will face some kind of water-related emergency at some point. Whether it’s leaking below the sink, block in the drain, tap not working, or a backed-up toilet- you need to know whom to call. Most people think drain contractor and plumbing contractors are the same. So, lots of times, people call a plumber … Read more
There comes a time in the life of every home—and homeowner—when you need to change things up a bit. And all indications are that 2015 will be the year of the bathroom, in much the same way that 2014 saw kitchens go through a major metamorphosis. With a range of exciting fashions to choose from, … Read more
Blocked toilets are a nightmare, and they tend to happen at the most inconvenient times. If your toilet gets blocked on a regular basis, your best bet is to get a plumber out to take a look and see if there’s a long-term problem that can be resolved. If it’s just a one-off, you can … Read more
If you’re thinking about renovating in the next year or so, then-current bathroom trends are likely to top of mind. Some of these would require upgrades and changes to your plumbing installation, while others are easier to implement. In most cases, however, you should consult with an experienced local plumber in Toronto before spending any … Read more
Water leaks are an expensive plumbing problem to have. If your utility bill is suddenly sky-high, while the composition of your household remains the same and you haven’t recently filled a swimming pool or anything, you may have a leaking toilet and need plumbing repairs. Toronto homeowners typically know that unlike water pipes, toilet leaks … Read more
Keeping your toilet bowl clean is a vital way to avoid the need for plumbing repairs. Toronto households typically use chemicals to clean and sanitize the bowl, and a toilet brush is a must for every home. Not all chemicals are created equal, however, and some chemical cleaning agents do more harm than good. Here … Read more
Fall’s on its way (or it will be in a couple of weeks), and with it comes all the joys of the season so many Torontonians love the most. The slight chill in the air that gives you a chance to actually wear clothes without stifling, delicious pumpkin lattes, divine red wine and long, luxurious … Read more
Tired of your old bathroom and the bland white walls, outdated fittings, and basic fixtures? It’s a good time to remodel now and get everything done ahead of cooler weather. But what can you really do to make a Toronto bathroom different? The standard seems to be a matchbox-sized room with a bath, toilet, washbasin, … Read more
The bathroom is no longer just a place to get clean. Comfort has become a primary aspect of daily bathing and to achieve this, your bathroom needs to have the right fittings and fixtures. Finding the bathtub you want takes research and planning. The good news is that you can choose from a wide range … Read more
You’ve got guests for the holidays, and now your bathroom sink plumbing is playing up! How very inconvenient for you. Chances are your guests are the very reason why it’s happened; they aren’t familiar with the vagaries of your plumbing system, and you really should have had that faucet repair attended to before they arrived. … Read more
We’re so accustomed to taking the flush toilet for granted, we forget that 100 years ago it was considered a mechanical miracle, and was only available in wealthy homes. Toilets tend to dysfunction at the most inconvenient times, and the flushing mechanism is one of the main culprits. Here are the five most common flush … Read more
Fall has arrived in the northern hemisphere, and in Toronto that means a profusion of glorious colors as the leaves turn from green to red and gold. What’s slightly less intriguing for the homeowner, however, is the problems caused by those leaves when they drop into the drainage system. The backup they cause in the … Read more