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5 Signs You Need to Replace Your Plumbing Fixtures

Leaky FixturesThere is a time to service and there is a time to repair plumbing fixtures. The only way to know what to do is to have a professional plumber check your problem and advise you on the best course of action. Conventionally, plumbing fixtures refer to exchangeable devices that are connected to an existing plumbing system to deliver and drain away water. Typical plumbing fixtures include bathtubs, bidets, trench drains, sinks, showers, taps, toilets, terminal valves for ice makers, dishwashers and humidifiers. Below is a list of the top five signs it’s time to replace your plumbing fixtures:

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Why You Must Call a Plumber When Finishing a Basement

Plumber Finished BasementFinishing a basement comes with many satisfactions. In order to enjoy your results for a lifetime, you need to make sure there are no water issues that can potentially cause damage to your property and ruin your investment. There are many elements to be checked, often concealed to the untrained eye, before starting on your basement finishing project. Here are a few reasons why you should call a plumber if you plan to have your basement finished:

  • You may need interior waterproofing prior to finishing a basement. As enthusiastic as you may be with your new project, don’t allow your excitement to cloud your judgment and make sure you waterproof your basement on the inside. Interior waterproofing collects water under the concrete foundation and directs it to the local drainage system. Underground water around the foundation footers and underneath the basement floor is drained and channeled with a PVC pipe, French drain, or other system to your pump system, which will pump the water out of the basement. The exact steps you need to take are to be suggested by a professional plumber.
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Do Dual Flush Toilets Really Save Water?

Dual Flush ToiletDual flush toilets are interactive toilets that handle solid and liquid waste differently by presenting the user with a choice of flushes. Initially promoted in areas where water was and continues to be in short supply, such as Australia, the dual flush toilets are becoming increasingly popular for many North Americans as well. Rising water costs and increased environmental awareness have led many consumers to perceive the dual flash technology as an attractive alternative to conventional toilets.

However, many homeowners who are still reluctant to this changeover keep wondering if dual flush toilets really save water. The fact is that the dual flush toilet technology can save up to 70% more water than a traditional low-flow toilet and that is all due to the way dual flush toilets work. In order to understand the water efficiency of a dual flush toilet, you need to understand that the way water is used to remove waste from the bowl has a significant influence on how much water is needed to get the job done.

Dual flush toilets have two distinctive features that make them more efficient as far as water consumption is concerned: a large trapway and a wash-down flushing design. The role of the wash down flushing design is to push the waste down the drain and the role of the large trapway is to make it easy for waste to exit the bowl using less water. That is essentially what allows the dual flush toilets to use less water for the same results. In addition, you have the option of a half-flush or a full-flush with the push of a button, which again adds up and makes the dual flush toilets more water efficient and environmentally friendly.

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3 Basement Plumbing Problems You Can Prevent

Plumbing ProblemsA basement may get flooded for a number of reasons. It is also true that an efficient drainage system plays a significant role in reducing the probability of getting flooded. However, basement plumbing problems can also cause significant water damage despite the fact that the vast majority of them can be traced back to preventable issues. In order to avoid the frustration and expense associated with a flooded basement, you can get informed about the top basement plumbing problems that present high risks of flooding, but which are perfectly preventable through proper upkeep and maintenance:

Sump Pump Failure – The sump pump is an essential element of defense against basement flooding and an important component of your basement plumbing system. However, the sump pump is exposed to debris and detritus buildup around the screen or opening resulting in sump pump failure. Prevention is quite simple. You can start by pouring vinegar through the pump which will disintegrate debris and detritus. You can also have a professional cleaning of your sump pump on an annual basis — ideally right before the rainy season. You should also test it and run it every two or three months and make sure it’s running properly.

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What Are the Different Types of Wet Basement Solutions?

waterproofing-basementAre you dealing with a wet basement and looking for an effective solution right now? Or have the recent flooding situations in Alberta and Ontario caused you to worry about your basement’s ability to remain dry?  Basement flooding and excessive moisture in the basement is a common problem for a lot of people, and anyone that lives in a house should count basement waterproofing as one of those ‘must-do’ tasks. 

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10 Reasons to Choose ExpressRooter for Your Plumbing Service in Toronto

Emergency PlumberThere are many reasons why you should choose Express Rooter for your plumbing service in Toronto. Our company boasts both highly skilled plumbers and also an excellent reputation. We are definitely the plumbing professionals that you would want to attend your plumbing issues in Toronto. Why should you choose ExpressRooter? Here are 10 reasons why we should be your preferred choice when it comes to plumbing service in Toronto:

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Trust the Professionals for Your Sump Pump Installation

sump pumpInstalling a sump pump is one of the most efficient solutions to get rid of wet basement problems which often occur in certain homes that were not designed to include adequate waterproofing systems. Although it is often considered a relatively easy job, sump pump installation is best to be handled by the professionals. If you know that you are far from a reasonably handy person, you should simply trust sump pump installation to the professionals to prevent any damage.

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3 Tips on How to Unclog a Sink

unclog-a-sinkMost of the time, a clogged sink is nothing more than a minor inconvenience during the course of your day.  It may happen in the bathroom or it may happen in the kitchen, but more often than not, the water eventually goes down and you forget about it for a while.

Of course, there are those “other” times when the sink is clogged and the water doesn’t seem to want to go anywhere.  These are the times you have to jump into action and unclog a sink yourself.  Here are 3 useful tips to help you out. 

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