The Importance of a Water Heater In Your Home
Imagine going to take a warm shower, or trying to wash some dishes, but all that comes out of your tap is cold water. Or you need to wash your clothes in a warm cycle, but you can’t because your water heater isn’t working. Far too often, homeowners fail to give their water heaters a second thought—that […]
Ways To Increase Your Home’s Value With Plumbing Upgrades
Improving the value of your home is good especially with the current property market. Property prices are soaring. If you are looking to refinance or even sell, upgrades can reward you handsomely. When renovating a house, it is good to be selfish. Look for ways to improve your comfort or boost your ambiance and appeal. […]
What is a Fatberg?
You know what an iceberg is, of course. But have you ever heard of a fatberg? While the name has a funny sound to it, a fatberg is no laughing matter. And if you end up with one in your own home’s pipes, getting rid of it could be a tricky prospect. Here at Before […]
Don’t Let These Items Go Down Your Kitchen Sink
We’ve all been there. You’re tired and in a hurry to rest and recover after a long day of work so, instead of properly scraping your dinner plates, you simply wash all those fats and food particles straight down the kitchen sink. Unfortunately, the truth is that not taking the extra time could end up […]
New Recipes to Keep In Mind
Being busy and always on the go does not mean you have to sacrifice eating well. Fast food can be fast without being processed. The team at Before & After Plumbing and Drain are used to helping busy people. Here are our suggestions for delicious, fast meals. These dishes taste wonderful and are easy to […]
Spring Cleaning? Don’t Forget These Areas of Your Home
For many homeowners and their families, springtime is the time for giving a home a very thorough clean. However, many people neglect several key areas when doing spring cleaning. The following guide provides simple tips and tricks for spring cleaning your home. Clean the furniture When spring cleaning, many people understand the importance of cleaning […]
How to Get Rid of Drain Flies
If you’ve returned home from a vacation to discover uninvited guests buzzing around your kitchen and bathrooms, you likely have drain flies. We field a lot of questions about these pests, so we thought we’d answer them here. Hopefully, you can use this information to identify where exactly they’re breeding and take action. What are […]
Rethinking the Tank: Tankless Toilets Save Water and Space, But Are They Right for Your Bathroom?
As the name implies, a tankless toilet does without the bulky reservoir to free up much-needed space in a small bathroom. But this modern commode delivers more than just looks — it saves water as well as space. Thanks, But No Tanks… How Do Tankless Toilets Work? Your basic john is a gravity-fed system relying […]
For Maximum Savings, Look for WaterSense-Labeled Showerheads and Faucets
Imagine cutting your water use by 30 percent or more. That’s the advantage of low-flow showerheads and faucets. These fixtures are engineered to use substantially less water without sacrificing performance and comfort. Here’s what you need to know about upgrading. Take a More Efficient Shower The average family uses 40 gallons a day showering, accounting […]
Increase Your Home’s Value With These 4 Plumbing Upgrades
When it comes to increasing the value of your home, you might be thinking of adding a colorful backsplash, a shiplap wall or giving the exterior an extensive facelift. Certainly, these things will impress potential buyers at first glance, but if your plumbing is corroded and your fixtures are outdated, trendy materials and colors alone […]
