Toilet Supply Lines Can Flood Your Home Fast Most homeowners never think about a toilet supply line. That small hose behind the toilet seems simple. It feeds water from the shutoff valve to the toilet tank. When it fails, the damage can be fast and costly. Over the years, we have installed hundreds of flexible… Continue reading Toilet Supply Lines Can Flood Your Home Fast
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Is Your Well Filter Installed Wrong?
Is Your Well Filter Installed Wrong? A spin-down filter can be a helpful part of a well system. It can catch sand, grit, and other small debris before it reaches the home. But placement and direction matter a lot. A homeowner in a new construction neighborhood noticed a troubling setup. The same setup was used… Continue reading Is Your Well Filter Installed Wrong?
Yellow Tap Water? Your Sink Is Warning You
Yellow Tap Water? Your Sink Is Warning You A guest bathroom can hide plumbing trouble for a long time. This is common when the sink is only used once or twice a month. One homeowner noticed dark yellow water from the bathroom faucet. It showed up from both the hot and cold sides. The water… Continue reading Yellow Tap Water? Your Sink Is Warning You
90 PSI Hose Bib? Your PRV May Be Failing
90 PSI Hose Bib? Your PRV May Be Failing Testing an exterior hose bib is a smart first step. A simple pressure gauge can show a hidden plumbing problem. In this case, the gauge showed 90 PSI. That reading is higher than many homes should run. High water pressure can stress pipes, valves, faucets, and… Continue reading 90 PSI Hose Bib? Your PRV May Be Failing
Why Your Vintage Faucet Still Drips
Question I have a vintage bathroom faucet with drips under the sink. Water runs down the pop-up rod. I also see water under the faucet base. The leak is right in the middle of the faucet. I removed the handles and valve stems. I added new washers. I also added graphite stem packing rope. I… Continue reading Why Your Vintage Faucet Still Drips
Why Your PRV Bangs When Sprinklers Turn On
A loud bang near a pressure-reducing valve can be scary. It can also be hard to track down. In this case, the home has a tee off the main water service line. That tee feeds the sprinkler system before water enters the house. Once the line enters the home, it passes through a shut-off valve.… Continue reading Why Your PRV Bangs When Sprinklers Turn On
Can Moen Flo Hurt Your Well Pump?
A smart water shutoff can protect a home from leaks. But well systems need extra care. A home with city water is simple. A home with a well pump has more moving parts. This homeowner has a submersible well pump. The system also has an 85-gallon bladder tank. The pressure switch appears to be a… Continue reading Can Moen Flo Hurt Your Well Pump?
Is Your Shower Door Screw Hole Leaking?
A glass shower door can look clean and modern. But one small screw hole can cause big trouble. After a new shower door installation, paint may start lifting. The trim or kickboard near the shower may also feel wet. This often means water is getting behind the wall surface. Question We had a glass shower… Continue reading Is Your Shower Door Screw Hole Leaking?
Should You Caulk Your Toilet Base?
A new toilet should feel solid, clean, and safe. But many homeowners get stuck on one final step. Should the toilet base be caulked to the floor? This question comes up often after a toilet install. It is even more common on tile floors. Porcelain tile can make caulk lines stand out. A messy bead… Continue reading Should You Caulk Your Toilet Base?
Can Freezing Ruin Your Sump Pump?
Cold weather can be hard on any plumbing system. That includes your sump pump, sump pit, and discharge pipe. Many homeowners think an unplugged pump is safe. That is not always true. Question: Can a sump pump still be damaged if it is unplugged? Answer: Yes. If water freezes inside the pump, pipe, or pit,… Continue reading Can Freezing Ruin Your Sump Pump?