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THE TOP SIGNS THERE’S SOMETHING WRONG WITH YOUR TOILET

  One of the essential components of your bathroom is the toilet. It is also the most used thing in the home. Despite these, people often ignore its significance until there are malfunctions or breakdowns. A malfunctioning toilet can  render the entire property unfit for habitation . An overflowing toilet will make your home unhygienic and also spread disease. Because of how frequently people use the toilet, the parts experience wear and tear. However, the toilet will show you some signs before it breaks down completely. All you need to do is look out for those signs and perform repairs on time. In this article, we will discuss the signs there’s something wrong with your toilet. The toilet’s tank fails to refill after flushing The toilet tank starts refilling after you flush it. However, you may notice that the tank is not refilling. When this happens, it means there is a fault in the fill valve. If your fill valve breaks down, you need to replace it. Unless you are a plumber, replacin

WHY YOU SHOULDN’T POUR GREASE DOWN THE DRAIN

  WHY YOU SHOULDN’T POUR GREASE DOWN THE DRAIN Did you know that pouring grease down the drain is bad for your drain?  People believe that there is nothing wrong with pouring grease down the drain so long as they do so with detergent and hot water. This belief is untrue. When you pour hot water and dish soap together with the grease, this will still harm your drain. So, what are you supposed to do with the grease?  Together with  St Louis Management , we will explain why you should not pour grease into your drain and the appropriate ways to dispose of these substances. WHY IS GREASE BAD FOR YOUR DRAINS?  When grease is hot, it assumes a liquid form. In this state, it is easy to pour it into the drain. However, the grease will change from its liquid state to solid when it cools off in the pipe. In this solid state, the grease becomes a clog.  Over time and following repeated pouring of grease down the drain, these clogs accumulate to cause complete blockage and associated plumbing issue

How to Detect a Water Leak in Your Home

At least one in every four homes experience water leaks.  Burst pipes  and water leaks are not uncommon. Whether you own the home or rent it, you should expect leaks. You cannot avoid all instances of water leaks. However, you can put up measures to reduce the extent of  damage to your property  and your expenses. Some leaks are very obvious. You can either see them or hear the dripping sound of water. However, other forms of leaks may not be so apparent. They can occur quietly and you only notice them when they have caused serious damage to the property. That is why it is essential to detect leaks early. In this article, we will discuss how you can  detect water leaks in your house  even when it is hidden. HOW TO DETECT WATER LEAKS IN YOUR HOME A drop in water pressure There are two ways you can check for the water pressure in your home. One is by using a pressure gauge. The second one is by observing the water flow rate. If you are using a pressure gauge, the reading should be betwee

Common Water Heater Problems and Troubleshooting

  COMMON WATER HEATER PROBLEMS AND TROUBLESHOOTING Water heaters are so important you probably couldn’t live without them. Even if your home is not in an area with cold winters, the water heater is still an essential home appliance, says  Keyrenter Management . That is why issues with the water heater can be very distressing. Water heaters make it possible to have warm water on demand for various occasions; a hot shower, washing your hands, or cleaning the dishes. However, because they are constantly being used, water heaters are liable to break down. If you know how to detect the  issues with your water heater , you may be able to keep the flow of hot water in your home constant. What are the common problems homeowners encounter with their water heater and how can you identify or resolve these problems? THE WATER HEATER IS NOT PRODUCING HOT WATER  If there is no hot water from the water heater, the appliance may not be getting power. Possible causes of the problem include tripped limi

How to Decide Between Water Heater Repair or Replacement

The average homeowner has all kinds of pressing issues they need to spend money on. Anything that is not deemed to be absolutely necessary will tend to get swept to the background. But sometimes, it can be hard to determine what is necessary and what is not. For instance, although you know the importance of a working water heater in your home, deciding the right time to replace it can be difficult. When a water heater malfunctions, your first instinct is to fix it. But fixing a water heater is not always the cost-effective option, sometimes it is cheaper to replace it. But you will only realize this if you are not keeping track of your  water heater repair  costs. Without this, it is easy to keep spending money on the system without ever realizing you have spent enough to buy a brand new water heater, warns  Alltrade Properties . What are the simple ways to know if your water heater has reached the end of the road and it is time to get a new one? COMMON WATER HEATER PROBLEMS A water he