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You’re sitting in the living room watching your favorite sitcom. Your wife turns to you and says, “Honey, what’s that noise?” You put the TV on mute and now you can hear it too. It sounds like it’s coming from the bathroom. Now, if you’re lucky enough to have DVR, you pause the newest episode of This is Us and you head to the bathroom. It’s the toilet. It’s leaking. Again. You mess with the handle, it stops after a few seconds and you head back into the living room. Your wife says, “I thought you fixed that last weekend?” […]
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Nothing negatively impacts your shower or bath time quite like a clogged drain. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to fix this problem without calling a plumber. These easy to follow techniques can help you clear your drain with tools that many homeowners keep around the house. Use a Wire Hook Most often, bathtub clogs are located near the top of the drain, where the bathtub and the drain meet. These surface-level clogs are usually made up of hair that falls down the drain during baths and showers. To remove a clog like this, you’ll need a hook […]
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So, you’re remodeling your bathroom and you’re trying to decide between a bathtub and a shower. Which one is best? In this article, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of each type of bathroom fixture to help you decide which one you prefer. Showers: Pros and Cons Showers have become very popular in the last several years, so if you’re thinking about making the leap to a shower-only bathroom, you’re not alone. Lots of homeowners have looked at the advantages and disadvantages of showers, and many have decided to go with the walk-in shower option. There are many advantages of […]
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Maybe this is one you’ve heard before: You should replace your plumbing during a bathroom remodel. It’s completely true! Replacing your plumbing during your bathroom remodel will save you money, improve your bathroom plumbing performance and may even increase your home’s property value. Plumbing Doesn’t Last Forever Galvanized pipes were popular in homes in the middle part of the 20th century. Galvanized plumbing typically lasts between 20 and 50 years. But as galvanized pipes age, they tend to become rusty, brittle and filled with corrosion. Eventually, galvanized pipes will either leak or become too clogged to repair. Chances are, if […]
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The holidays are coming! Are you expecting guests? The toilets are one of the most important fixtures in your home when guests come to stay. Keeping your toilets in good condition over the holidays can help ensure that your holiday will be a success. Know What You Can and Can’t Flush The only things you can safely flush down your toilet include human waste, water, and toilet paper. It’s important to avoid flushing anything that could cause a clog or a backup. Food Tampons Kitty litter Diapers Wipes Hair Even products that are labeled “flushable” (like wipes) are bad […]
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The holidays will be here soon! Are you expecting overnight guests? If so, you can anticipate a lot of extra flushing, showering and sink usage at your house. It’s important to keep your plumbing functioning normally through this busy and exciting season. Keeping your drains clear and maintaining your plumbing can help you avoid holiday disasters. These tips will help. Clean Your Drains Regularly Cleaning your drains regularly can help prevent clogs and other drainage problems. our in baking soda and vinegar and let the mixture sit for several hours before flushing with hot water. Do this on a regular […]
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Low water pressure can make your showering experience unpleasant and slow. Most of the time, there’s simple fix for this problem. These tips will help you troubleshoot your shower performance and increase your water pressure. Remove Buildup Buildup on or in the shower head will reduce your water pressure over time. To remove buildup, unscrew the shower head from the pipe. Check the filter screen for sediment and buildup. This may involve deconstructing your shower head. To learn how to do this, check the owner’s manual. You can use a toothpick, or a toothbrush (one you don’t use for teeth), […]
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What’s scarier than a spooky ghost this Halloween? Plumbing problems! Fortunately, there are many things you can do to prevent and treat clogs. What Causes Clogs? Clogs happen for a variety of reasons. In the plumbing inside the house, clogs occur because of buildups of hair, soap scum, grease, fats, and oils. Outside the house, clogs can occur when tree roots invade the main line, when the sewers collapse, or when a buildup of scum and oil collects in the pipes. Most of these problems are preventable. Clog Prevention Techniques There are many things you can do to prevent […]
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Choosing the right whirlpool bathtub can be far more complicated than choosing a normal bathtub. While bathrooms are often designed to hold bathtubs, they’re not often designed to hold whirlpool tubs. Buying a whirlpool can involve a complete bathroom remodel. Fitting the jetted tub to your bathroom can help you avoid a costly and unnecessary remodel. Measure the Space Before you begin to look for a jetted bathtub in a store, measure the space where the bathtub will be installed. Measure the total space including the area where walls or other fixtures will be knocked out. Once you know how […]
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People tend to experience a moment of panic when their toilet begins to overflow. Knowing how to stop a toilet from overflowing can help prevent a disgusting mess in your bathroom. It’s also important to know how to plunge your toilet and avoid toilet clogs in the future. At Terry’s Plumbing, we can help you with all three issues. What To Do When The Toilet Overflows When your toilet overflows, the first course of action is to stop the water. There are three logical ways to do this. Close the flapper inside the toilet tank. Remove the lid to your […]
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