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Hard Water vs. Soft Water: Differences, Advantages, Disadvantages

Every building with a water supply operates with either hard water or soft water; since you’re here, you’re probably wondering what that means. Some questions you might ask regarding hard water vs. soft water are: What kind of water is safe for your plumbing and appliances? What water density is best for your skin? Can you feel the difference in the water types?

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How to Fix a Running Toilet

One of the most worrisome and inconvenient problems that a homeowner can encounter is a leaking toilet.  The signs of a leaky toilet usually only become pronounced and noticeable when the leak has gotten bad — this means that the moment you notice a leakage, repairs need to be done ASAP.

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Signs It’s Time to Call a Professional Plumber

Thanks to the explosion of accessible information online, many homeowners are empowered to take on numerous DIY projects and repairs for their homes - like patching the roof, sealing small toilet tank leaks, building a shed, basic landscaping, and so on. Through DIY, homeowners get to learn new skills and even save money.

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How to Get Rid of Drain Worms

Nothing ruins a relaxing bathtub soak or shower than the prospect of seeing drain worms or drain flies. They can also be found in sink drains or even the toilet. Most homeowners resort to pouring down drain cleaners in hopes of killing the drain worms once and for all. But this tactic is not only damaging to the pipes, but it may also not be effective in the long run.

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How Often Toilets Need to be Replaced

The toilet is one of the most important seats in a home. It’s also one of the most long lasting fixtures in the home - so replacements are usually few and far between. Homeowners can be faced with numerous small repairs through the lifetime of a toilet before the need for replacement arises.

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5 Possible Reasons Your Toilet is Leaking

A leaking toilet is one of the most inconvenient and costly plumbing problems that homeowners face. A common tell-tale sign of a leaking toilet is the formation of a puddle near the toilet or moisture spontaneously forming on the toilet’s tank. Another tell-tale sign is a toilet that keeps running or flushing even when it isn’t used.

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