PLUMBING BLOG
Fix a Running Toilet in Minutes
The running toilet. For the majority of Kansas City homeowners, this can be one of the most annoying sounds to hear. You hear water constantly running. Sometimes, a quick jiggle of the handle relieves the annoyance. However, we wouldn't call this a cure to the...
Flush Your Water Heater in 5 Steps!
For the majority of Kansas City plumbing projects, we typically advise against turning them into DIY jobs! And we're not just saying that because we want you to call us... ? If not done correctly the first time, many plumbing repairs can turn into even more expensive...
Never Put THIS in Your Disposal
Having been in the plumbing world for over 40 years, one piece of advice that I can give all homeowners is this: Your garbage disposal is not a trash can! Yes, your garbage disposal can certainly be a useful tool is disposing food waste. However, it can't do...
Plumbing Tips for Pet Owners
For those with furry friends at home, you might be surprised to hear that they can take a toll on your plumbing system. While these loving animals certainly are members of each family, it's important to make sure you have the proper precautions in place. Having run...
Should I Fix The Dripping Faucet?
Drip…. drip…. drip…. Do ya hear that? We see a lot of plumbing issues here at Stine-Nichols, but your typical faucet leak is definitely one of the most common problems we encounter. If you have a leaking faucet in your house, you might not think anything of it. It...
Why You Need A Sump Pump
Today, we'll be talking about everything in regards to sump pumps! While you certainly hope you'll never need the services of a sump pump, it can potentially be one of the smartest investments you'll ever make. Our team gets asked all the time, "Do I need a sump...
Most Famous Plumbers
For this week's blog post, I wanted to pay tribute to all the great plumbers out there (both fictional and real-life)! Including those that went on to achieve fame for various reasons, both good and bad! It isn't always the most glamorous job, but it truly is...
Is Your Plumbing Ready For Spring?
After a long winter, spring is finally on it's way! With the warm weather near, there's much to look forward to! If you're anything like us, you look forward to purging your home of clutter this time of year. That being said, spring cleaning should go further than...
Prevent Frozen Pipes!
Now that we’re in the full-swing of winter, we wanted to share a few tips to prevent your pipes from bursting. Extremely cold temperatures create a substantial risk for frozen pipes. When water turns to ice within your pipes, they expand and block the line. This...
Hot Water Heater 101
Ever wake up in the morning to a cold shower? We have and it's definitely not the best way to kick off the day. It's one of those issues that you want fixed ASAP and taken care of the first time around. While some plumbing issues can be DIY projects, a hot water...
The Story Behind Stine-Nichols
Hello! Thanks for stopping by to hear more about our story! We are Stine-Nichols Plumbing and we try our best to not be your ordinary plumbing company. Having spent long careers in the plumbing world, we were ready to hit the ground running when opening our new shop...
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318 E 16th Ave, North Kansas City, MO 64116