Author Archives: Reliable Drain & Plumbing

When you have a plumbing emergency, it’s best to call a trained group of professionals. However, the ideal way to handle plumbing issues is through preventative maintenance. But first, it’s good to know what qualifies as a plumbing emergency and how to avoid emergency plumbing needs.  What Qualifies as a Plumbing Emergency? Situation #1: Burst […]

Protecting your home from the winter weather automatically provides more protection for parts. When it comes to preventing pipe freezing or freezing under your home, there are some steps you can take. Below are some tips you can take when winterizing your space.  Tip #1: Start From The Outside and Work Your Way In When […]

When it comes to heating water, there are many options. The two that immediately come to mind are tankless and tank-based water heaters. So, is getting a tankless water heater worth it? Tankless water heaters are more worth it in scenarios where you lack storage space. Otherwise, those with room for a water tank should […]

If you have been in a “before and after” situation with dishwashers, you know that owning them is a real “first world problems” situation. Cleaning your dishes manually in the kitchen sink is something you wouldn’t want to return to. But if the dishwasher breaks, do you call an appliance repair person or a plumber?  […]

Outside of the cheap method of using pool noodles, outdoor pipe insulation is paramount to avoid frozen pipes. Those who live in cold climates need to check themselves each year. Below, we will address how to insulate outdoor water pipes. Option One: Use Pipe-Wrap Insulation Getting the proper pipe insulation starts with measuring your pipes. […]

The winter months are the worst time to have a plumbing emergency. With the wrong placement of water, you can turn the surface of your property into a skating rink, costing thousands of dollars to repair.   To avoid these most expensive repair jobs, we’ve got this list of preventative maintenance you can keep in […]

If you’ve ever had that feeling of “this would be so much easier if X knew Y,” that’s completely understandable. There are many things in the world that would be much easier if only more things were common knowledge. As plumbers, we get that struggle, which is why we made this blog to give you […]

When it comes to saving money, regular maintenance is one of the best ways you can do it. This applies to all things, but our topic of focus is plumbing maintenance. So if you are looking for some tips on how to reduce your plumbing repair costs, we’ve got you covered. Below, you will find […]

The main water line is one of the most expensive repairs at $1000. Hopefully, you never have to pay for one, but it’s good to know how to spot the signs. This article will discuss some of the more common signs that you need a main water line repair. By the end of this article, […]

If you already see the signs, your first thought when seeing the toilet water rise is to panic. However, panicking rarely helps anything. So how do you stop your toilet from overflowing? Start by lifting the lid and rising the fill valve to stop the water from refilling. You can either choose to rig the […]