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.
Category: Plumbing
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If your shower gets hot whenever someone flushes the toilet, it could mean that you have an outdated plumbing system that isn’t properly regulating your shower water pressure.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 10
5 Reasons Why You Should Schedule Regular Plumbing Maintenance
The importance of regular plumbing maintenance cannot be overstated. Plumbing contractors have a trained eye that can catch looming issues far before they occur. By scheduling maintenance once or twice every year, you’ll save countless dollars and minutes, and guarantee your home is a healthy and safe environment for you and your loved ones to reside in.
Jan 03
How To Know When To Replace A Water Heater
Water heater problems are an indication of when to replace a water heater. If your hot water heater is leaking, it's important to read this guide on how to know when to replace a water heater to protect your home from expensive water damage.
Dec 20
Is A Leaking Water Heater Dangerous?
If you observe your water heater leaking from top or bottom, that can be alarming. Don't let a small leak turn into thousands of dollars in water damage. Call John C. Flood today to get a water heater inspection.
Dec 13
Why Is My Water Rusty Looking?
If brown water is coming out of your pipes, you might have rusty water. Water with rust can be caused by an old anode rod. If too much rust builds up, it will flake off and cause a high volume of corrosion which could lead to cracks in the pipes. Cracks in the pipes could cause leaks in your home, resulting in potentially expensive repairs. Read more about the causes of rusty water.
Nov 29
How To Winterize Plumbing In Your Home
Make sure that your home’s plumbing is properly winterized and maintained to prevent any possible disasters from happening down the road. Not only will this save you money in the long run, it will also help to keep your family safe while you are all enjoying the chilly season in the comfort of your residence. Here are a few ways to make sure that your home's plumbing has been properly winterized.
Nov 08
Why Is My Water Heater Overheating?
If you notice your hot water hotter than normal, it could be a warning that your water heater is overheating. It’s important to take note if your water heater is suddenly hot because this problem could injure your family or cause a water heater explosion. In order to keep your hot water heater healthy, you need to ensure your water heater doesn’t get hotter than normal.
Oct 18
Why You Should Replace Lead Pipes in Washington, D.C.
It’s important to conduct a lead water test if you’re unsure whether or not you have lead pipes. John C. Flood can repair or replace interior and exterior pipes and install water purification systems to keep your family safe from lead in water. Consuming lead in water has been linked to cardiovascular disease, constipation, nausea, and depression. Read about the importance of lead pipe replacement.
Sep 20
Fall Plumbing Tips & Tricks
Fall is here, which means winter is right around the corner! John C. Flood put together some fall plumbing tips to make sure your home is ready for freezing temperatures. These house plumbing basics include preventative measures to winterize the interior and exterior of your home before winter hits in full force.
Aug 09
How To Make Your Sink More Quiet
Are you fed up with your kitchen sink being an echo chamber? You’re not alone. Kitchen sink noise is one of the most common household frustrations people have, especially with stainless steel sinks. However, not many people know how quick and easy it is to fix this problem. Expanding foam can make your sink more quiet. Read more to see how John C. Flood offers step by step instructions on how to fix a noisy sink.
Apr 19
How to Maintain Your Garbage Disposal
Not all kitchens have a garbage disposal, but they have only grown in popularity in United States households since their […]
Apr 12
How to Fix a Toilet That Won't Flush & Other Toilet Repairs
Some of the most common toilet problems can be DIY fixes for homeowners. Check out this post to diagnose and fix common toilet problems. If the problem is larger, we have a solution for that, too.
Apr 05
What is a Sump Pump and How Does it Work?
All that’s needed is one flooded basement experience as a homeowner to know that you never want to deal with […]