If you are having trouble with your water heater, here are a few ways you can fix the problem yourself. If you find that you need a hot water heater replacement, make sure to call the plumbing experts at John C. Flood.
Category: DIY & How-To
Oct 11
Where Is The Water Shut Off Valve In Your Home?
When you move into a new home, one of the very first things you'll want to do is locate the main water shut-off valve.
Oct 04
The Best Home Improvement Ideas For Winter
Tackling winter home improvement projects while you have some extra downtime is the best way to stay entertained while being productive during the colder months.
Aug 23
How To Save Money And Improve Your Home's Energy Efficiency
Here are a few ways you can make your home a more environmentally-friendly space.
Aug 16
What To Know When Upgrading Your HVAC System
Even systems that are well maintained usually have components that begin to wear out after a decade. There are several indicators of when to replace your HVAC system.
Aug 09
Common Problems To Look For When Your AC Unit Stops Working
Check for these problems first when your HVAC system stops working because sometimes you can easily fix the issue yourself. Learn about the usual suspects so you can keep your home comfortable and cool.
Aug 02
How To Assemble An Emergency Plumbing Repair Kit
Here are a few of the tools you will need for your plumbing emergency kit.
Jul 26
3 Creative Ways To Hide Your Air Conditioner
Should you cover your air conditioner with an AC unit cover? Absolutely! Check out these few creative ways to conceal your air conditioner in your backyard.
Jul 19
The Do's and Don'ts of Remodeling Your Bathroom
Here are a few of the major do's and don'ts or remodeling your home's bathroom. Moving old plumbing for a bathroom remodel can be a huge undertaking. Choose John C. Flood to ensure your bathroom remodel runs smoothly.
Apr 04
Are You Familiar With Your Bathroom's Plumbing System?
A basic understanding of plumbing systems can help homeowners avoid devastating plumbing emergencies, achieve better energy efficiency, save money, and fix small bathroom plumbing problems. John C. Flood’s guide to familiarizing yourself with your bathroom’s plumbing can help you avoid costly repairs that come from neglecting regular plumbing maintenance.
Mar 21
The Ultimate HVAC Spring Cleaning Checklist
To keep up with home maintenance, it’s important that homeowners don’t just perform HVAC upkeep during spring. Read this spring cleaning list for easy tips to keep your HVAC clean year round.
Feb 14
How To Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
What can be done for indoor air pollution of your home? Installing a whole house air purification system can eliminate over 99% of common infectious diseases. Read John C. Flood’s tips on how to improve the indoor air quality in your home and conduct indoor air quality testing.
Feb 07
Why Does My Shower Get Hot When Someone Flushes The Toilet?
If your shower gets hot whenever someone flushes the toilet, it could mean that you have an outdated plumbing system that isn’t properly regulating your shower water pressure. When the toilet is flushed, it temporarily diverts water away from the shower while the toilet is refilling causing your shower to become dangerously hot.
Jan 24
Temporary Fixes For Leaky Pipes
As soon as homeowners notice a leak in their home, they shouldn't hesitate to contact a Fairfax plumber to diagnose the problem before it becomes a costly disaster or exacerbates itself any further.
Jan 17
How To Take Care Of Your Water Heater and Maximize Water Heater Lifespan
How long do water heaters last? If you have questions about how to take care of your water heater and maximize its lifespan, follow these steps on how to drain a water heater and how to flush a water heater.