A garbage disposal is a wonderful kitchen appliance until such time as it starts to smell. The odor can be very hard to remove if you try many of the remedies I have seen in books and on the Internet. If you have a smelly garbage waste disposal, I know a way that really works to get it clean. Once it is clean, it is easy to keep it odor-free for years.
Sewer gas is noxious. The smell is often unmistakable and most people find it highly offensive. There are significant dangers associated with sewer gas as it contains explosive methane gas and sewer gas can deplete oxygen in a room or a house. In other words, don't ignore sewer gas!
Hot water recirculation creates instant hot water throughout your home. Installing a hot water return loop is fairly simple. Do you have one in your home? Are your builder and plumber the best for the job?
Waterproofing your bathtub and shower is just a few simple steps away. Use a water resistant membrane and cement board when building or remodeling your bathroom.
While some ceramic tiles are tough, others are soft. Know which tile is the right one for your project. Be sure the surface beneath the tiles is strong and inflexible.
A new home may experience plumbing problems. A builder and plumber can do things now to eliminate those. Drain lines made of PVC piping, replacement faucet cartridges, ball valves and exterior hose bibs are things to keep in mind.
A garbage disposal of stainless steel is ideal. Garbage disposals vary in quality and need to be run correctly to make them last.
Remove the sink stopper from your sink to get at tough clogs. If you remove the P trap under the sink and water is still sitting in the bowl, what do you do?
Drain lines in your home don't have to be plastic or noisy. Plumbers can now use new easy to work with cast iron piping.
Ceramic tile installation can be successful if your builder and tile installer work together. You may need to have steel studs or engineered lumber installed first. Concrete sheets can be installed for tile installation.
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