Seattle winters may not be as brutal as those in the Midwest, but that doesn’t mean we’re off the hook when it comes to cold-weather plumbing issues. Every year, when temperatures dip below freezing, homeowners find themselves dealing with frozen…
Water heating is one of those hidden household expenses that adds up quickly. It’s not as visible as your heating or cooling bill, but it can account for nearly 20 percent of your home’s energy use. That means every shower,…
Seattle’s rainy climate has its charm, but it can also put extra pressure on your home’s drainage systems. Yard and driveway drains are designed to keep water from pooling in places where it can cause damage, but when they’re blocked,…
Seattle is famous for its rain, and while many of us enjoy the cozy atmosphere it brings, heavy rainfall can create challenges for your home’s plumbing. When the ground is saturated, pipes and drains work harder than usual, and small…
We’ve all been there. You’re brushing your teeth or rinsing dishes and notice the water is lingering in the sink longer than usual. Or maybe your shower starts to sound like it’s talking back, with that low gurgle echoing from…
When the water in your sink or shower starts draining slowly, it’s tempting to grab a bottle of chemical drain cleaner from the hardware store. After all, it promises a fast and easy fix, and who doesn’t want their plumbing…
Hidden water problems are some of the trickiest challenges for homeowners, and slab leaks rank near the top of that list. Because the pipes run beneath your home’s foundation, issues can go unnoticed until the damage is significant. For Seattle-area…
In Seattle, we may be known for our rain, but that doesn’t mean water conservation should take a back seat. As the population grows and summers bring drier stretches, making the most of every drop of water becomes more important.…
When most homeowners hear the phrase “sewer line repair,” they imagine a torn-up yard, heavy equipment, and weeks of inconvenience. For decades, that was the reality. Fixing underground sewer line damage meant digging trenches across your lawn, driveway, or garden.…
