26 February A shiny pressure regulator with a reducing valve on a wooden table

How to Adjust Your Water Pressure Regulator

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Water pressure regulators—a.k.a. pressure reducing valves—play a quintessential role in residential plumbing systems. As the name implies, they control the force with which the water flows through your pipe—thus making for a strong or weak flow.   However, if the water pressure in your home becomes too high or too low, you may need to adjust them manually. Read More

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12 February A woman talking to a plumber as they review a clipboard together

7 Important Questions to Ask a Plumber

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If plumbing problems have you feeling helpless, you’re probably reaching for your phone to call a professional. However, with about 10,865 plumbing businesses across Canada, it can be hard to know which of them to trust.  To help narrow your choices, we’re sharing the top questions to ask a plumber to ensure you’re getting quality plumbing services! Read More

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22 January A person manually thawing their frozen sewer pipe

7 Tips to Prevent a Frozen Sewer Line

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It’s not uncommon for freezing winter temperatures to wreak havoc on your home, from your doors and windows to your plumbing and heating systems. However, what you might not know is that your sewer lines are particularly vulnerable during this time. A frozen sewer line can lead to a lack of water circulating in your home and cause some pipes to clog. Read More

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08 January A person removing a substantial amount of wet hair from a tub drain

How to Get Hair Out of a Drain

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Drains and hair don't mix. Whether a hair clog is in your bathroom sink drain, shower drain, or tub, it can quickly become quite a nuisance. If you’re wondering how to unclog a bathtub drain full of hair or how to remove a hair clog from your bathroom sink, we’ve got you covered in this article. Read More

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18 December a single-bowl sink (left), an undermount sink (middle), and a drainboard sink (right)

Types of Kitchen Sinks: Pros and Cons

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There’s no way around it: there are a lot of different types of kitchen sinks! Whether you’re looking to remodel your kitchen or just upgrade, you’ve probably found the number of choices to be a little overwhelming. What makes one better than the other when they’re all supposed to do the same thing? This article will provide you with some clarity. Read More

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