The signs of a water leak don’t always come on suddenly or noticeably. A smaller or hidden leak can have a more subtle presence—a slight drop in water pressure or the brief waft of a foul odor after a flush of the toilet. Although you may suspect a water leak when you notice these problems,… Read more »
How to Thaw a Frozen Pipe
Even here in sunny California, we’re susceptible to some of the unpleasant winter effects that come along with frosty temperatures. For you, it may just mean investing in a heavier jacket. For your pipes, however, even California winter weather can be detrimental! If you turn on your faucet in the middle of January and nothing… Read more »
Controlling a Leak Until Your Repair Man Arrives
So, you’ve sprung a water leak and the plumber is coming to fix it—but not until next week! Sometimes you can get away with just throwing a bucket on top of the problem spot, if it’s small enough and out of the way. A big leak or a burst pipe, however, can cause a lot… Read more »
3 of The Most Common Causes of Household Water Leaks
Leaky pipes are a nuisance that many homeowners have to deal with at some point. It can be tempting to ignore small leaks with just a few drops here and there. Sometimes they can be easy to miss altogether! It’s important to address a water leak as soon as you identify it though, to prevent… Read more »