Plumbing

Traditional water heaters function well, but they do have their limitations. For instance, they can take a long time to heat more water once your tank is empty. If you don’t use a lot of hot water or go on vacation, you will also pay more to reheat the stored water. Tankless water heaters are […]

Having water freeze in your home’s plumbing system during frigid NorCal weather can be a very costly experience. Frozen pipes mean that water will not flow properly through the house, and if a pipe bursts, the water damage can be extensive. Fortunately, following these simple tips for winterizing your home’s plumbing system can greatly reduce

With Redding’s temperature variations from winter to summer, it’s easy to understand how you can develop a water leak in your home or yard. Scorching summer temps and freezing winter weather can tax the most stable of plumbing systems. How do you know if you have a water leak? Signs of a Water Leak Water

When you look at the typical water heater thermostat control, it is generally set at 120 degrees. This is a standard factory setting and where most plumbers recommend the unit be set. This ideal setting is adequate to prevent harmful bacteria growth while still safely below a temperature that could create a scalding burn. So

Most Redding homeowners do not give slow clearing drains the attention they deserve. It becomes a slight nuisance, but homeowners rarely act on the issue until the situation has gotten far worse and the drain is now threatening a flood of dirty water. Instead of ignoring these early warning signs, the smart reaction is to

As a homeowner, you are sure to be excited to learn little tips and hints to take care of the many maintenance and service tasks around your home. And even more exciting is when this information saves you some cash. But many homeowners in Redding get confused as they try to determine if they are

Most homeowners pay little attention to the function of their home’s drains unless they happen to be standing in several inches of water in the shower. However, when they begin to notice an odd gurgling sound coming from a drain or all other drains, they become concerned. First, there are thoughts of a horrendous clog

We all assume that our garbage disposal can handle anything that we cram into the drain. However, that is also the leading reason for frantic calls to most plumbers when a kitchen sink is clogged, and the homeowner is panicking. The reality is that garbage disposals were never meant to replace your trash can. These

Although you might not be familiar with the term cartridge faucet, the chances are excellent that you are pretty intimate with the product. If your home has a kitchen or bathroom faucet with only a single handle to control both hot and cold water, you own a cartridge faucet. The claim to fame is that

When shopping for new bathroom fixtures, almost every homeowner stops and stares at the jetted tubs. They are certainly an upgrade over your standard-style tub. They look inviting and relaxing, but are they worth the extra money? Until you stop and evaluate all the pros and cons of these fantastic fixtures, you will not be