In today’s world of instant knowledge through the Internet, DIY (Do It Yourself) projects have become the norm. It can save you a lot of money and some problems are quick and easy to deal with yourself. There are a greater number of projects, however, that you shouldn’t tackle yourself. Some plumbing problems can even … Read more
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 spend money on drain cleaning unless you find a way to prevent it from getting … Read more
Keeping your drains clean is essential if you want to avoid inconvenient blockages, smelly situations and the expense that goes with getting the necessary drain services for unclogging operations. But you’re environmentally-aware, right? You don’t want to use harsh chemical products that are going to leach into the groundwater around your home and poison the … Read more
Drain snaking is an art. No, really! It’s not something you should attempt yourself unless you have some building, plumbing or “handyman” experience. The reason is that you can actually cause more damage than repairs if you don’t know what you’re doing. Here’s how it works, and why you shouldn’t try doing it yourself. How … Read more
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
We’re so concerned these days with germs and bacteria above ground that we use disinfectant hand cleaners, soaps, household cleaning products, and even dishwashing liquids. We clean our bathrooms, kitchens, toilets, and sinks with substances formulated to get rid of all possible health hazards, and don’t even use chemical weed killers on the dandelions that … Read more
If you’re like most homeowners, you hate the thought of having your Toronto drains cleaned. Not only does it mean spending money, but there’s the inconvenience of having to arrange for a plumber to visit, co-ordinate your schedule and generally deal with the hassle. So the less often you need to do it, the better. … Read more
We keep hearing that it’s not safe to use “harsh” chemicals for drain cleaning, but there’s little clear intelligence available on what constitutes a harsh chemical. When you have a clogged drain, whether it’s the kitchen sink drain or a shower drain, the first thing you usually do is buy a drain cleaning chemical from … Read more