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The drains in your home carry used water out of your home and to your septic system or the sewer drain line. If you don’t properly care for and maintain your drains, they can fail, which can cause nasty water backups. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of how to properly care for their drains. Here are a few tips you can follow for proper drain maintenance:

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A failed sewer line is already bad enough, but with traditional repair methods, the repair process can make the situation seem even worse. Normally, a line that is broken or suffers from drips and leaks has to be dug up out of the ground, and anything in the way has to be destroyed in the process. Your lawn, shrubs, and possibly even your driveway could be torn up by the merciless jaws of a backhoe. Wouldn't you rather use a method that doesn't require any of this destruction?

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When it comes to thermostat selection, you’ve got quite a range of options. From bare-bones basic units to programmable and smart devices, heating and cooling controls have come a long way in recent years. So how can you possibly decide which type of thermostat is appropriate for your particular space? Below, our team at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating has broken down the differences between the different thermostat types to help you choose the right one for your needs.

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Do you take your garbage disposal for granted? Or do you routinely maintain it as you should? Though most homeowners rarely think twice about their kitchen plumbing, when a garbage disposal is involved in the mix, performing routine maintenance is essential. Why? To ensure the long-term functionality of both the disposal apparatus and the drain, of course!

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It doesn’t matter whether you’re a professional chef or a peanut butter and jelly pro, you rely on your kitchen plumbing to function properly each day. And when something goes awry, it’s not just inconvenient; it can be downright damaging.

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Have your water bills grown costlier than usual? Could your plumbing design be compromising your system’s efficiency? While a number of factors affect the overall efficiency of a plumbing system, declining performance is often due to simple age-related wear and tear. At Steve’s Plumbing & Heating, we know household plumbing efficiency can be confounding. If you’re facing expensive water bills and aren’t sure what the cause might be, check out our list of common culprits below.

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Are you facing a leaky pipe? Not sure what to do? If you’re leaning toward do-it-yourself plumbing fixes, at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating, we encourage you to exercise caution. Temporary, DIY plumbing fixes are just that — temporary. They aren’t designed to provide a durable, long-term solution for leaks and cracks, and without professional attention, your plumbing problem is likely to grow worse.

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When you have a plumber come to your home to inspect or repair your plumbing, he learns a great deal more about your bathroom habits than you might imagine. What might that include? For starters, he’ll instantly be able to tell what kind of showers you take, based on the presence or lack of mold and mildew in your bathroom. Beyond that, there are a few more things a plumber can determine just by taking a peek in your drains. Curious what they are? Our team at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating explains below.

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Are you gearing up for spring cleaning? Don’t forget about your air conditioner! Many homeowners don’t realize they should inspect and clean their air conditioners before cranking them up in late spring. Unfortunately, neglecting this simple maintenance action can age your HVAC system far faster than you’d like to believe. If you’re not sure how to go about taking care of your air conditioner this spring, our team at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating breaks down the process below.

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Many plumbing problems are highly evident due to the telltale signs they produce. There are, however, several less obvious plumbing issues that never make a peep. And, if your plumbing system is suffering from one of the more sneaky signs of failure, you may have a water disaster on the horizon.

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