Your sink won’t drain. All you get is bubble, bubble, you toil and sense trouble, to paraphrase the Bard. You probably already have everything you need to clean that drain in your kitchen. And it’s – NOT – that bottle or canister of over-the-counter drain cleaner. Instead, grab the vinegar and baking soda, put the […]
Avoiding Hair-Raising Hard-Water Problems
Spring is in the air and with Easter, Mother’s Day and summer parties in our near future, you spend a lot of time and money on looking nice for those parties and family get-togethers. But there’s something lurking nearby that can counteract all your efforts, particularly when it comes to your hair. The condition and […]
Home Warranty Companies vs. Ensor’s Lifetime Diamond Club Membership
You want to protect your most important investment: your home. And utilizing one of those Home Warranty companies may seem like a smart move, but there are pros and cons you should be aware of. Let’s start with the advantages…well, one advantage, anyway. Pros: Home warranties can provide an all in one company for heating, […]
P-P-P-Preventing F-F-Frozen Pa-Pa-Pa-Pipes
Winter has its icy talons dug DEEP – even as far south as Florida – and we just rang in the New Year! There’s plenty of cold temps ahead, and that means frozen pipes and plumbing emergencies. Nationwide, some 250,000 Americans experience property damage every year from flooding caused by ruptured pipes. All it takes […]
“Four” – Shadowing That Your Water Heater Is About To Fail
Ever tried to describe the strange noise your car has been making to your mechanic? Automobiles have a way of letting you know when something is loose. And we at least have that “Check Engine” light on our side. But unless your water heater has been making some scary banging noises, you may not realize […]
How to Avoid Thanksgiving Plumbing Disasters
Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday spent with the people we love. If you’re like most people, your plumbing system is the farthest thing from your mind. The Thanksgiving holiday weekend is usually the busiest 4 days for every plumbing company. Clogged kitchen sinks are the biggest culprit. If you end up with a plumbing emergency, […]
6 Timely Tips for Fall Plumbing Maintenance
Fall already? It sure is, and there’s work to be done! Consider it the flipside of Spring cleaning! After all, your plumbing and pipes should be inspected before a change in season, and with colder weather on the way, Fall is a great time to check that everything is in good working order. It makes […]