Have you ever stopped to consider how many appliances you have in your home that have the potential to cause catastrophic flooding in your home? While it is not a common occurrence, here are some of the appliances that you probably have in your home which you should...

How is the water pressure in your shower? Having low pressure can be really frustrating - everything takes a lot longer if all you’re getting from the shower-head is a slow drizzle. So, is there anything that you can do to improve the pressure? There are some things...

Does your faucet have a white, crusty buildup on it? It is a common problem in areas with hard water, and it can prove very difficult to remove, and it makes for a very unsightly bathroom. The buildup is from calcium, and depending on the level of this mineral in your...

When sheltering in place, there are some things that we need to get from the outside world. Being smart in the way we shop can limit our possible exposure to COVID-19. For example, can you order things online that will cover your needs? Some grocery stores have the...

One of the reasons why the Coronavirus has been so difficult to deal with is that it is brand new. There is very little conclusive data on how it spreads, how long it lives, and effective ways of dealing with it. This is why there are conflicting instructions coming...

Do you like to clean? Most people probably don’t, but right now, cleaning could be what prevents you from getting sick. Let’s take an imaginary trip to the store where you touch the keypad on the credit card machine that was used by the person in front of you. You...

One common question when it comes to health and cleanliness is whether or not handwashing and hand sanitizing are equally effective, and the answer is no. While this crisis has seen sales of hand sanitizer skyrocket, that doesn't mean that it is the most effective way...

Have you ever gone into a bathroom where you didn’t have to touch anything? The toilet flushes on its own, the sink starts up when you get near, as does the soap dispenser, and when you’re done, the paper towel will give you a sheet of paper that is sufficient for...

Is there such a thing as a shower that is too hot? Even though some of us might feel like there isn’t, there is a possibility that a malfunctioning part leads to water that is so hot it could hurt you. If you find that no matter how much you adjust the handle, the...

There are some projects in your bathroom that require the aid of a plumber, but there are others that do not. Take replacing your toilet seat for example. This is a relatively simple job that can be done by anyone. Having a cracked, discolored, loose or just plain old...