Why Do My Pipes Rattle When I Turn on the Faucet?

When you turn on a faucet in your home, all you want is a stream of water. But in many homes in the Bay Area, especially…

Is Your Toilet Flapper Leaking? Stop Wasting Water and Replace It!

Does your toilet make constant dripping noises when it’s not being used? Or do you hear the sound of the tank filling up throughout the day,…

Why Are My Drains Gurgling?

When you turn on a faucet and let some water run down your sink, does it sound like there is a monster living in your…

Is My Water Heater Energy Efficient? 5 Things to Check for

In the typical home, water heating accounts for about 18 percent of the utility bill. This makes it the second largest energy expense in your home!…

What are the Most Common Causes of a Leaky Toilet?

Toilets can develop leaks both internally and externally. An external leak can cause water damage in your bathroom, not to mention some wet feet! And…

What to do If Your Home Has a Sewer Gas Smell Coming from Sinks and Drains

The sewer gases that are created in our homes give off a very offensive smell. That’s why our plumbing systems have mechanisms in place to…

When is Repiping a House Necessary and What’s Involved in the Process?

Often times, a leak in one of your pipes can be fixed with a simple repair at a single section of your plumbing system. More serious…

Common Toilet Problems in Bay Area Homes and What to do About Them

We use the toilets in our homes every single day. So when something goes wrong with one of them, it’s important to be able to…

How to Minimize Damage from a Leak Under the Kitchen Sink in Your Bay Area Home

Some plumbing leaks can develop in easily noticeable places such as the bathroom floor near the toilet or on the area around a faucet. Other leaks,…

Rust in Water: Where Does It Come From and How Can You Remove it From Your Tap Water?

Water is supposed to be a clear liquid. So why is it that in some homes, tap water leaves red, yellow or brown stains on…

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