What Should You Do if You Have Hard Water?

May 23, 2023

Many people contend with hard water. “Hard water” is the term used to describe water that has a relatively higher concentration of minerals. These minerals don’t affect the quality of the water in terms of health and safety, but they can have a negative impact in other ways. They can lead to scale buildup, which can clog pipes and affect your appliances, bathroom fixtures, and kitchen sink. They may also cause issues with some people’s skin and hair. Fortunately, there are steps you can take if your home has hard water. Hard Versus Soft Water Before

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9 Reasons Why Your Water Is Not Getting Hot

April 10, 2023

The availability of hot water is important in many American households. From showers and hand washing to cooking, laundry, and dishwashing, an average American can use water at varying degrees of warmth up to 20 times daily. If you multiply this usage by the number of your home’s occupants, you will notice that the demand for the water heater can be extremely high. If you suddenly run out of warm water, your water heater is the first place to check. However, the root cause of the problem might be an electrical problem, a gas issue,

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Potential Reasons Your Toilet Flush Valve Doesn’t Work

March 20, 2023

Your toilet is one of the most-used fixtures inside your home. Having toilet issues can be a major headache. Problems with your toilet are not just about money, though, as a broken toilet causes significant discomfort inside the home. A common problem people have is with their toilet valve not working correctly. A broken toilet valve leads to the toilet not flushing, water running continuously, and even the toilet not filling up. Regardless of your problem, it is crucial to understand why your toilet valve may or may not flush correctly. The problem with

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What Type of Plumbing Issues are Considered an Emergency

January 10, 2023

Common Home Plumbing Emergencies You May Experience A plumbing emergency can quickly ruin your schedule for the day. You may wake up one morning to find your yard flooded or your kitchen sink full of wastewater. It can be difficult to know what to do to minimize damage and avoid potential repairs. Learning more about common plumbing emergencies can better equip you to handle them when they happen in your home. You’ll also be able to figure out more easily what to do to get your household back on track. Call us immediately for emergency

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How Do I Locate My Main Shut Off Valve

December 9, 2022

Where Is Your Main Shut-Off Valve? When it comes to your water system, it is important to know where the main shut-off valve is for your particular system. Every system is slightly different, so it’s important to know what kind of system you have and be somewhat familiar with it to locate your main shut-off valve. If you are unsure about which valve is the main shut-off valve or if you’re having issues with your system, call your local plumbing company and they will be able to help with the repairs and show you where the valve is.

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Tips for Prepping Your Plumbing for the Upcoming Holiday Season

November 8, 2022

When the holiday season rolls around, many people are worried about buying presents and putting up decorations. However, have you thought about your plumbing system? If you plan on entertaining at your home over the holiday season, there are some necessary steps that you’ll want to take to successfully prepare your plumbing for the higher traffic demand. Turn Off Your Hose Piping Before the freezing cold weather hits, you should turn the valve off for your outdoor water. Make sure that you adequately drain the pipe and your hose. If you don’t want to go through

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A Guide to Preventing Your Pipes From Freezing This Winter

October 12, 2022

The winters in the Fox Valley area and the rest of Wisconsin can be bitterly cold with average daily lows in January hovering around 9 degrees and highs that rarely reach above freezing. There are also plenty of days every year when the temperature plunges well below zero. These freezing temperatures can easily allow water to freeze inside your pipes and potentially cause the pipes to burst. The good news is that you can easily prevent your pipes from freezing simply by following all of these steps, and if you do encounter a burst pipe or any other plumbing issue,

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6 Solutions to Low Water Pressure

September 12, 2022

Low water pressure negatively affects the quality of life in your home. Showering becomes more time-consuming, the washing machine takes more time to fill up, and doing laundry takes more time than usual. Apart from these frustrating tasks, you also risk dealing with plumbing problems over time. Several reasons can lead to low water pressure in your home, and every situation is unique. Sometimes the pipes in your home may contain mineral deposits that restrict water flow, or the municipal supply line could lack the optimum water pressure. To fix these problems, you’ll need to seek assistance

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Top Plumbing Issues in Fox Valley

August 12, 2022

Fox Valley residents experience their share of plumbing problems, like every other person in Wisconsin. Our [company name] local experts respond to various plumbing repairs and replacements all day and have found that most of our house calls rotate around the same issues. While there are common plumbing issues that you can repair easily, some of them require the attention of a trained plumber. That’s why this article is essential to help you know what to watch out for and how you can get help. Leakages Leakages mostly come up due to wear and tear.

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6 Reasons Why Your Tap Water Is Cloudy and How to Fix It

July 10, 2022

Why Is My Tap Water Cloudy? In an ideal world, you’d always be able to confidently drink, cook with, and bathe in the water that comes from the sinks in your home. Unfortunately, problems with hard water, questionable water quality, and municipally treated water now raise more concerns than ever. Many consumers are now heavily reliant upon countertop water filters, tap filters, water softeners, and whole-house water filtration systems. If you’ve got cloudy water coming out of your taps, you may be worried about using it. Following are six reasons why tap water

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