Some traces of food and other wastes are left inside the garbage disposal making it smell really bad after decomposition. In some cases, the smell from a garbage disposal comes from outside the disposal unit, like the dishwasher or P-trap A smelling garbage disposal is caused by decomposing food scraps trapped in the unit or … Read more
A garbage disposal can leak from the bottom, top or even side. In most cases, the cause the of the leak is a worn out seal or loose connection due to the vibrations, which means it is not always that you have to replace the unit. A leaking garbage disposal is a sign of a … Read more
Bleach is often recommended as being one of the best solution to getting rid of drain flies, but can bleach actually kill drain flies? Or better still, should you use bleach to kill drain flies? Bleach will kill some drain flies but it will not get rid of all of them permanently. It flows way … Read more
A water heater leaking from the bottom is often caused by a hole underneath it, as a result of corrosion by sediments. It could also be caused by high water pressure in the tank, loose pipe connections, a leaking drain valve, or a defective temperature and pressure relief valve. A water heater leaking from a … Read more
Septic systems are very sensitive. They can easily turn into a money pit if they are not well taken care of. A well maintained septic system will last for 30 years or more. Replacing a faulty septic system will cost up to $10000. A septic tank should be pumped every 3 to 5 years, depending … Read more
Loud banging and vibrating noises from water pipes are unsettling. They shouldn’t be there in the first place. So what causes them in the first place? Noisy water pipes are caused by suddenly turning off water to a for faucet or valve, forcing the water to slam against the valve. High water pressure, worn out … Read more
Low hot water pressure in the house is mainly caused by sediments in the hot water system clogging up the hot water supply pipes and fixtures, restricting the flow of water. It could also be caused by partially opened shut off valves, clogged water filters and leaking pipes If you have low hot water pressure … Read more
A sulfur/rotten eggs smell in the house is a sign of presence of hydrogen sulfide gas. It is an absolutely horrible odor that you cannot live with and will need to be fixed as soon as possible. A sulfur smell in the house can be dangerous or not dangerous at all depending on what is … Read more
Water pipes burst when they are exposed to temperatures of 20 degrees Fahrenheit or below, for 4 to 6 hours. The water in the pipes freezes and expands, exerting more pressure than the pipe can hold causing it to burst. Water in your pipes starts to freeze at around 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius). … Read more
A sewer smell from a washing machine is often caused by mold, mildew and bacteria trapped under the rubber door gasket/seal, water filter or P-trap. It could also be caused by a dry P-trap or clogged vent stack. Bacteria, mold and mildew thrive in a damp and dark surfaces. Both of those conditions are present … Read more