How Hot Is Too Hot?

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...

Changing Your Toilet Seat

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...

Thawing Frozen Pipes

So, something terrible has happened. A pipe in your home has frozen in the cold weather, and you have no idea what to do! This is a serious situation, since a frozen pipe can crack and cause all kinds of problems. First, don’t panic. While the problem is serious, you...

Keep That Water In The Tub

Usually a bathtub will have a stopper to keep the water inside the tub from running down the drain. There are many different designs used for this, but one of the more common ones consists of a lever on the tub wall that controls a plunger that cuts off waterflow....