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Why You Need a Freestanding Bathtub

Why You Need a Freestanding Bathtub

When you think of your dream bathroom, what comes to mind first? Is it the stunning faucets that truly have a sparkle to them? Maybe it’s a “smart” toilet with a bunch of cool features, like heated seats and a built-in deodorizer? How about a showerhead with a speaker...

Troubleshooting Common Plumbing Problems

Troubleshooting Common Plumbing Problems

As a homeowner, it may seem like various problems around the house don’t always pop up at the most opportune times. Whether that be issues with the air conditioning, heating, technology or even plumbing, the best piece of advice is typically to avoid procrastinating...

Is a Tankless Water Heater Right For Your KC Home?

Is a Tankless Water Heater Right For Your KC Home?

No matter if you follow us here on the blog or on social media, a popular plumbing topic that we consistently bring up is anything related to water heaters. Whether that be analyzing the different water heater brands currently on the market, discussing maintenance...

Help Your Plumbing System Survive the Summer

Help Your Plumbing System Survive the Summer

With it already being mid-April, it’s safe to say that summer is finally just around the corner! Time to fire up the grill, enjoy some outdoors time, take a vacation to the beach or anything else you like to do to take advantage of the warmer weather! Being that...

7 Plumbing Upgrades That Never Go Out Of Style

7 Plumbing Upgrades That Never Go Out Of Style

For those that are regulars on our plumbing blog, you likely are well aware of how we talk about various plumbing upgrades from time-to-time. Whether that be in the form of a tankless water heater, smart toilets or even simply a stunning new faucet, the plumbing...

5 Plumbing Tips Every Homeowner Should Know

5 Plumbing Tips Every Homeowner Should Know

When it comes to managing a home’s plumbing system, there truly is value in having a basic understanding of the in’s and out’s of plumbing. Now, do you need to know how to make all of the repairs? Not necessarily, that’s what your local plumber is for! However,...

Collapsed Sewer Line? What You Need to Know!

Collapsed Sewer Line? What You Need to Know!

Would you agree that there’s a wide scale of potential plumbing problems, ranging from very minor ones to major emergencies? Under the minor category, you might find items such as a running toilet or dripping faucet. Definitely not items that need fixed right away,...

Which is the Right Water Softener for You?

Which is the Right Water Softener for You?

Hard water. This is a term that we’ve mentioned a few times before on our plumbing blog. It is something that affects quite a few Americans, especially those living right here in the Kansas City area. Although it is certainly safe to drink and wash with, that doesn’t...

Common Garbage Disposal Myths

Common Garbage Disposal Myths

When you look at your household plumbing system as a whole, it’s not hard to realize just how many various components are involved. Yes, you have all of the water lines, drain lines and so on that are responsible for a lot of the work, but there are also the different...

What All Makes Up a Water Heater?

What All Makes Up a Water Heater?

What’s a water heater’s primary goal? Unsurprisingly, it’s to heat water! However, in order to ensure you get the maximum years out of your heater, there is undoubtedly some value in knowing a few of the in’s and out’s of this irreplaceable plumbing component....

Considering a Large Renovation? Remember This!

Considering a Large Renovation? Remember This!

Do you have the itch for a home improvement or renovation project? There’s no doubt that they are fun to partake in and when done correctly, should be able to also improve the value of your home. However, no matter if you’re planning on doing it as a DIY renovation or...

The Qualities of a Top-Notch Faucet

The Qualities of a Top-Notch Faucet

Without a doubt, installing faucets continues to be a popular service for our team year after year. And while it is a smaller project (in comparison to a sewer line replacement or repiping job), there’s no denying that new faucets can make a bigger difference than you...

Before & After: Laundromat Renovation in KCK

Before & After: Laundromat Renovation in KCK

While we often highlight plumbing tips for residential homeowners here on our blog, another aspect of our business involves new construction projects. Whether that be office buildings, restaurants, local businesses or anything else, this really is the perfect example...

How the Weather Impacts Your Plumbing

How the Weather Impacts Your Plumbing

When it comes to your household plumbing system, what characteristic do you think is most impactful? Is it the presence or absence of routine maintenance, like flushing your water heater and cleaning your drains? Is it the quality of the various plumbing fixtures...

Technology in the Plumbing World

Technology in the Plumbing World

Technology. Chances are that isn’t something you expect to see on a plumbing blog, but there’s no denying that it is heavily intertwined with the plumbing industry. Just as any other industry has seen advancements over the years thanks to technology, this growth is no...

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