A stuck anti-scald button can make a shower hard to use. It can also make the water feel too hot. Many shower handles use a safety stop. This stop helps limit how far the handle turns. The red button is often part of that safety stop. You press it to move past a set temperature… Continue reading Stuck Anti-Scald Button? Try This First
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Slow Outdoor Faucet Drip? Check This First
A slow drip from an outdoor faucet can seem small. But even a small leak can waste water over time. The good news is simple. Many standard hose faucets do have a rubber washer inside. That washer is often the first part to check. This is especially true with a round handle faucet. That style… Continue reading Slow Outdoor Faucet Drip? Check This First
Well Pump Runs But No Water? Read This First
A well pump problem can start as a small mystery. One day, the pump runs, but no water comes out. Then you shut the power off. You wait 20 to 30 seconds. After that, the pump starts working again. Pressure returns, and the tank climbs to 60 psi. At first, this may happen once a… Continue reading Well Pump Runs But No Water? Read This First
Tankless Heater Roaring? Check This First
A new tankless water heater should not cause immediate concern. But loud intake noise, high gas consumption, and fluctuating water temperature can occur after a poor setup. One homeowner had a new A. O. Smith 95% efficient tankless water heater installed. A licensed plumber did the work. Right after the install, problems started. When a… Continue reading Tankless Heater Roaring? Check This First
Do I Need a Cleanout as the First Fitting in a Stack?
Do I Need a Cleanout as the First Fitting in a Stack? When installing basement sinks and connecting them to a 4″ stack, it’s essential to follow plumbing codes to ensure everything is up to standard. One common question is whether a cleanout must be the first fitting in the stack. Here’s what you need… Continue reading Do I Need a Cleanout as the First Fitting in a Stack?