About Me

New Ideas, Strategies and Products in Plumbing: A Plumbing Blog

Hello and welcome to my blog. My name is Rachel, and I have been around plumbing for my entire life. As a kid, my dad ran a plumbing company, and, as an adult, I have bought and flipped many houses, which involved a lot of troubleshooting plumbing issues. As a result, I have a lot of information about plumbing. Although much of the field stays the same, I have loved watching the changes that have occurred over the years. This blog is dedicated to that idea of change. Here, I am going to focus on new ideas, strategies, and products in the world of plumbing. Whether you are a new homeowner, a lover of all things DIY, or even someone interested in becoming a plumber, you should enjoy and learn from the posts in this blog.

Why Most People Choose a Sewer Camera Inspection Over Other Methods

Posted on 13 April 2021

Whether you own a commercial or residential property, you might have had sewer problems to fix at some point. Things can go wrong in your property if your sewer system isn't in good shape or properly maintained. Unfortunately, some sewer problems are hard to notice quickly or even locate.  And since a sewer system is complicated in some ways, you need a technical approach to determine some of the problems it develops. [Read More]

How To Know When It's Time For Water Heater Repair Service

Posted on 12 March 2021

If you want to be able to access hot water in your home whenever you need it, it's important to make sure that your water heater is up to standard. Certain problems can cause water heaters to stop working properly, and knowing the signs of a failing water heater can save you from being stuck with only cold water. Here are a few ways to tell if you should schedule a water heater repair service. [Read More]

Drain Fly Q & A: What You Need To Know

Posted on 5 February 2021

Have you noticed small moth-like flies hovering in and around your drains or above the sink? If so, you may have a problem with drain flies. The following can help you understand what drain flies are and what you can do about them. What Are Drain Flies? Drain flies are small insects, usually measuring less than a quarter of an inch long, that breed and feed where there is standing water and organic debris. [Read More]

Five Accessories To Install With Your New Water Heater

Posted on 12 January 2021

If you are having a new water heater installed, consider a few additional accessories. The following can improve the efficiency and safety of your new water heater. 1. Tank Insulation Make sure your tank is as efficient as possible by having it insulated as soon as it is installed. Water heater blankets improve efficiency in two ways. First, they prevent the tank from losing heat, so it takes less energy to keep the water hot. [Read More]