Category: All Things Plumbing

Meaningful Holiday Gift Ideas

This holiday season consider giving gifts that support local businesses, thereby supporting our local economy. Not only will your gifts benefit the receiver, but they’ll also be a “holiday gift” of sorts for the local businessmen and women who are the backbone of our community. The following are ideas for such gifts: Crafts Made By

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Is My Toilet Leaking?

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If you’re wondering if your toilet is leaking, you’ll want to find out fast. Why? Because a leaky toilet can cost you big bucks in water bills. In February of 2010, a woman in Minneapolis was stunned to get a $1,600 water bill – all because she didn’t fix a running toilet. What was her

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Troubleshooting a Broken Toilet

Fix a Broken Toilet Yourself If you’ve got a broken toilet problem, you’ll be happy to hear that many toilet problems can be fixed quickly and easily. We’ll troubleshoot your broken toilet in no time so you know if you need a plumber or if you can handle the fix yourself. How To Troubleshoot a

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Gas Logs FAQ - Part II

How Energy Efficient Are Gas Logs? On average, gas logs use between 55,000-85,000 BTU’s per hour. In comparison, seasoned firewood burns at a rate of 18-23 pounds of wood per hour (to put out the same amount of heat). Statistics from Nashville, Tennessee concluded that average hourly cost of burning gas logs ran about $1.03

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Gas Logs FAQ - Part I

Can I Install Gas Logs In My Fireplace? Do you have a fireplace in your home but aren’t sure if you can install gas logs in it? The following guide will help you determine if you can safely install gas logs in your fireplace. Vented Gas Logs Can Be Installed In The Following Types Of

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