How to Fix a Clogged Kitchen Sink in New Orleans
All of us, at one time or another, have experienced the frustration of having a clogged sink. And as luck would have it, that usually seems to happen when the sink is full of dirty dishes we need to take care of. There are a…
How to Fix a Running Toilet in New Orleans
Is your toilet running? You better go catch it then! But seriously, a running toilet is no laughing matter. You can waste up to 6000 gallons of water a month and that is money being flushed away from your New Orleans home. How Does My…
What Type of Water Softeners to Consider for Your Home
Are your dishes still dirty after washing them? Are your freshly-laundered clothes still unclean? You may be experiencing a hard water problem! Don’t worry – this is a normal problem that many homeowners face. When it comes to solving hard water issues, a water softener…
How to Fix a Leaky Compression Faucet in New Orleans
Drip … Drip … Drip … If that sound is giving you a headache, you are not alone. In many instances, a dripping faucet can be fixed with just a few easy steps. The first thing you’ll need to do is ask yourself is, “What…
Solar Heating, Solar Thermal, and Solar Hot Water Systems
Are you curious about heating your home or business with solar heating? Read on for our mini-guide to solar heating! Solar Heating. In short, solar heating collects and redistributes heating from the sun. Thermal energy from the sun is used to provide space heating, hot water,…
New Year's Resolutions: Faster Drains and More Hot Water in New Orleans
It’s a New Year and as we reflect on 2016, what did you learn about your plumbing system? Did it handle your holiday parties and overnight guests? New Year’s Resolution #1: Faster Running Drains Did slow running drains give you a New Year’s Day headache?…
Is Your New Orleans Home Baby & Puppy Proofed for Holiday Parties?
It’s that time of year when many of us will be inviting our family and friends into our New Orleans homes to celebrate the holidays with us. Is your home prepared for curious little fingers and paws investigating the dangers that may reside in your…
Choosing the Best Heating System for Your Home
Are you a new homeowner who’s preparing for winter? If so, you’re likely attempting to decide which heating system is best for you. And, with so many different types of systems, how do you choose the right one? Don’t be intimidated by the sheer number…
Signs It's Time for Maintenance of your New Orleans Water Heater
I doubt most of us can imagine what it would be like to live in a house without hot running water. Our water heater is usually “out of sight, out of mind” and we forget that water heater maintenance is an important part of keeping…
Don't Let Your Garbage Disposal Interrupt Your Holiday Dinner in New Orleans
Holiday dinners in New Orleans always seem to bring families close together. We drive for miles and miles, or fly across the county, just to sit down and enjoy a meal with our close ones. But this happy occasion could be interrupted if your garbage…