A leaking toilet flapper can be annoying and cost you extra money for excess water usage. Luckily, a running toilet flapper can be easily replaced and fixed. After determining that your toilet is leaking from a flush valve, you’ll need to know how to replace your toilet’s flapper properly. This can seem overwhelming at first,…
We have all had to deal with a clogged toilet at some point. We flush the toilet and, just as the waste goes down the hole, it gets clogged. Then we watch in panic as the water continues to rise and potentially overflow onto the bathroom floor. If the water does start overflowing from the…
When you need to replace your shower faucet, you may want to do it as a DIY project. But before you start trying to remove the faucet, you need to ensure you have the right tools for the job. Furthermore, while the steps on how to replace the shower faucet are not too difficult, you…
Everyone has to deal with plumbing problems at some point. It’s much less of a headache if you plan ahead and have the right tools for plumbing on hand. Plumbing issues need to be dealt with quickly in order to prevent extensive damage from occurring. Make sure you have all the necessary tools within easy…
A leaking toilet is never a welcome sight. But it can be even more concerning when you notice a pool of water around the base of the toilet that can seep into floors and walls. This water could be unsanitary and lead to a lot more problems than just water damage! If you notice your…
As plumbers, we get a lot of questions about about flushable wipes: Can you flush disposable wipes? Are flushable wipes good for septic tanks? Are Cottonelle wipes flushable? Super handy and efficient, many of us have found ourselves reaching for a wipe of some kind or another. Flushable wet wipes have several uses and help…
When you have a clogged drain, it can be quite the hassle. If it’s in your tub, you could end up standing in a pool of ankle-high water by the time your shower is done. The same goes for bathroom sinks. The backed-up water is generally filthy, too. Don’t let this happen to you. When…
While it’s true, you should call a professional plumber for emergencies; some handy homeowners can fix many routine problems. Plungers and baking soda concoctions may do the trick with small blockages; but, for a more significant clog deep inside the line, a drain snake is the next step. If you plan to use a drain…
When you flush your toilet, the tank will fill with water to allow you to flush again within a matter of a few seconds to about a minute. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for toilets to continually run even after the tank has fully filled with water. One of the main issues with having a…
You may be experiencing some minor plumbing issues at home that don’t necessarily require the services of a professional plumber, but you don’t know exactly how to correct the problem. No worries! Our experienced Las Vegas plumbing technicians are here to share their best DIY tips and tricks for you to implement immediately to stop…
