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- 15 Aug
A home plumbing system is built to last, but that doesn’t mean it’s immune to the everyday wear and tear that we put it through. In fact, many of the things we do on a daily basis have the potential to ruin a home’s plumbing system if we aren’t careful. Here are six common habits that can easily damage your plumbing. (more…)
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- 01 Aug
Remodeling Your Bathroom? Read This First.
- Aug 01, 2016
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Remodeling the bathroom can easily become a very expensive project, and that is why many homeowners try to make bathroom updates and renovations on their own. When you perform your own labor over hiring a professional, however, there always runs the risk of causing unanticipated damage to your home—and this is especially true in the bathroom. In case you are planning on renovating a bathroom in your home in the near future, here is what you need to know about keeping your home’s plumbing system intact in the process. (more…)
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- 15 Jul
Earlier this month, we talked about a few water conscious games that you can play during the summer that will still make a splash. Here are a few more games and activities that you can play with your kids to cool down during the summer that aren’t just a water fight. (more…)
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- 08 Jul
Most of us here in Utah don’t often worry about droughts. However, outside of California, Salt Lake may be the city at the highest risk for drought in the U.S.
Utah is the 2nd driest state in the nation, and yet we’re one of the highest consumers of water per capita! With a growing population, our natural resources are being stretched, and it’s everyone’s responsibility to help conserve.
The good news is that water conservation doesn’t take much work. All it takes is a few good habits, and a few changes around the house. Give it a try! (more…)
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- 01 Jul
With the weather heating up, your kids are probably begging you to just turn on the sprinklers and let them run around. However, turning on your sprinklers in the middle of the day is quite the waste of water. Below are a few water games you can play with your kids that will cool them off without wasting too much water. Stay tuned for more games and activities later this month! (more…)
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- 01 Jun
As a first-time home buyer, you have plenty to worry about. You’re busy juggling loans, agents, and moving practicalities.
However, we’d like to make a case for one step that most home buyers overlook. It’s probably the most often-regretted oversight: a sewer inspection!
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- 15 May
How Much Can a Leaky Faucet Cost You?
- May 15, 2016
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Leaky faucets are a common nuisance in bathrooms and kitchens, and when you consider just how much water leaky faucets can end up wasting over an extended period of time, they actually turn out to be much more than a mere nuisance. (more…)
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- 01 May
How Do Lawn Sprinkler Systems Work?
- May 01, 2016
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Home irrigation systems, or lawn sprinkler systems, are becoming increasingly popular, and they are especially prevalent in dry climates that do not see ample rain for keeping a lawn green. Here is a look at how they work, from mechanics to installation to everyday use. (more…)
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- 22 Apr
A Plumbing Tool Checklist for Homeowners
- Apr 22, 2016
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Sorting through plumbing issues can quickly become deeply complicated, and some plumbing emergencies are best left to a professional. There are, however, quite a few things you can still do on your own, such as unclog a clogged toilet or repair a small faucet leak. If you want to be ready to deal with minor plumbing emergencies as they arise in your home, here is a list of the household plumbing tools that you need. (more…)
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- 15 Apr
The world of plumbing comes with its own complete set of niche terms and vocabulary, and the terminology you come across can be confusing for any homeowner. In case you happen to find plumbing jargon particularly confusing, here are some of the most common plumbing terms you’ll hear as a homeowner, defined. (more…)
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