Repairing a kitchen or bathroom sink may seem as easy as turning a wrench. However, depending upon your faucet type, your plumber’s repair approach may differ. Here are 4 types of sink faucets to be aware of. Please contact South West Plumbing if you have any questions.
Faucets are an important fixture in any home, giving you access to clean water for drinking and cleaning. Keeping them in working condition is imperative for you and your household’s comfort and health. Leaky faucets can not only be frustrating, but add unneeded costs to your water bill. Before your dripping fixture becomes a bigger problem, try to figure out …
Drains are responsible for filtering and flushing away water and debris, whether it’s food particles down the kitchen sink or shampoo down a shower drain. However, drains often clog themselves in the process of serving this purpose. Common culprits behind clogged drains include: Cooking grease Coffee grounds Hair Soap scum Here are some ways to keep your drains clear and …
Trying to save money by fixing your home plumbing systems by yourself isn’t always the best idea. You may have the tools and some handyman knowledge when it comes to plumbing systems, but only certified plumbers can ensure a maintenance or installation job is done correctly with the right tools for the right job. Unlicensed repairmen and handymen may be …
A clogged toilet is one of the worst plumbing problems you have to deal with. It’s gross, extremely inconvenient, and disruptive to have to bring in a plumber to figure out what’s wrong. It’s better to do everything you can to prevent toilet issues by not flushing certain items. While we all know things like your children’s toys shouldn’t be …
According to Washington State’s Department of Ecology, we have a better water supply in 2016 than we did in 2015. Even so, it’s important to pay attention to how much water we use. Along with helping the environment, conserving water can save you money on utility bills. Follow these tips and do your part to prevent drought. 1. Fix Leaks …
When your kids are home for summer break, they can give your plumbing systems a workout. This increased usage can often result in various plumbing problems and repairs throughout the warm, summer months. Fortunately, you can avoid some common problems by following a few preventative maintenance tips. Here are a few plumbing problems and solutions to try this summer. Clogged …
It’s easy to take your home’s plumbing system for granted. That is, until you notice issues with the way water enters or exits your home. Many common piping, faucet, and drain problems result from buildup within your pipes. Luckily, a professional drain cleaning can often resolve minor issues completely and prevent serious clogs, backflow issues, and pipe corrosion. But how …
Every morning, you rush out the door to get to work on time. When you run late, you don’t even have time to shave or do your hair, so you certainly don’t have time to deal with a clogged shower drain. The best way to fix a clogged shower drain is to prevent it from clogging in the first place. …
Summer is in full swing around the Puget Sound area! While you are enjoying the sun with family and friends your plumbing may be suffering. With kids out for summer and barbecue weather people tend to have more traffic flowing through their homes which means toilets, faucets, and washing machines may be working extra time. Here are a few plumbing …
