Ever wonder where the water from your shower goes when you’re done and it drains out? Does it become the clean water you then drink and shower in? How does that process work? If you ever had these questions, read on, and we’ll answer them…
Did you know that you can change the temperature on your hot water heater? The maximum temperature on most water heaters is 140 degrees fahrenheit. There’s some disagreement among experts on whether it’s best to set it at 140 degrees, or at 120 degrees. Ultimately,…
A sewer line backup can be a nightmare. Not only is it disruptive to your life, it can also be quite costly. Obviously, a homeowner is responsible for their own plumbing system, but what if the clog is past your property line? Who’s responsible at…
A running toilet may be costing you a lot of money, without you even realizing it. It’s one of the worst culprits in terms of water waste, and can really do some damage to your water bill. In fact, a toilet, depending on the leak,…
Can you have too much of a good thing? Well, have you ever eaten too much ice cream too fast? Hello, brain freeze. Another example of too much of a good thing is when you hear your home’s sump pump cycling and not turning off….
Water quality is an issue that has been gaining more attention over the past few years. And in most cases, the news is negative. So it’s no surprise that many of our customers are interested in learning about the water quality here in Amarillo. The…
Have you ever walked into someone’s garage and noticed their water heater was raised high off the ground? It might look strange, but it’s actually a safety precaution. Plus, if you decide to install a new tank water heater at your home (which we don’t…
When it comes to certain water fixtures in your home, water pressure is everything. Having high water pressure might seem great, especially during a shower after a long day – but it could also be a sign of overly pressurized water. Excessive water pressure puts extra…
How are you doing with your spring cleaning? Hopefully, you remembered to add “test the sump pump” to your checklist. If not, you’ve come to the right article because we’re going to cover the basics of sump pump maintenance. Why is it important to test…
If your porcelain throne, or toilet as it’s commonly known, runs long after you flush, you might want to fix that. Why? A constantly running toilet is a noisy problem that can cost you money in excess water usage. To fix a running toilet, you’ll…
