532 articles from the Hayes Plumbing team on caring for your home's plumbing in Oshawa and Durham Region.
532 articles
Using this past winter as an example, we braved long commutes during some trying times- weather conditions hit excessively freezing temperatures, and icy roads plagued many of our routes. Now that spring is around the corner, and we are no longer shovelling our driveways every hour of the day, we can finally focus on many
For this edition of plumbing 101 we’re going to address the common homeowner question of what is a sump pump. In addition to explaining what it is, we will also address the size of sump pump that is needed for each type of installation. What is a Sump Pump? A sump pump is a critical
You’ve earned it. You can finally say that you have worked long and hard enough to be able to afford that spring break vacation. Instead of dealing with the monotony of your job, along with one of the coldest winters that we’ve had in years, you will now be surrounded by sand, warm weather, and
Of all the plumbing tips we give out on a regular basis, none of them are as frequent—or as important!–as how to leak detection and repair services. How to find a leak is a relatively simple science. Repairing it on the other hand, can be a little more complicated (although still not brain surgery or
The do’s and don’ts of modernizing your bathroom revolve around your abilities and experience. The average homeowner can ‘do’ many redecoration and other aesthetics-oriented tasks, but they needs to stay away from plumbing-related issues. To help you sort out the do’s and don’ts of modernizing your bathroom we’ve put together a helpful list. Modernizing your
There are a number of common water heater issues that homeowners experience. If this is your first one—welcome to the club. We meet on Tuesdays. The common water heater issues listed below are regular afflictions. Some of which can be treated with DIY plumbing solutions—while others need to be treated by a professional. 5 Common
24-hour plumbers are a critical element to our society—because when you need plumbing help, you need it immediately. As for how to get after hours plumbing help, the process is relatively simple. Your first step is deciding if your plumbing emergency truly is an emergency, or if it can wait until morning. 24-Hour Plumbers—Do you
When we install our professional-grade home water filtration systems we’re always asked the same, inevitable question—how often should I change my filter? We love this question. Why do we love it? Because people are pre-planning their water filtration needs—and we’re head over heels for clean water. It’s a geeky answer but it’s true. Another thing
Problem water is…well, a problem for millions of homes across the country at one point or another. Far too many of them however go untreated. Untreated water issues can make cleaning harder and hair greasier (as with hard water) and cause health issues due to the water quality. Stop the madness! Diagnosing home water issues
A water softener is worth its weight in calcium…literally! The amount of calcium and magnesium that it takes out of your water will quickly outweigh the device itself…but the minerals and device are neither here nor there—the really important element of water softeners are…listed below. 5 Reasons you Should Use a Water Softener The reasons
Green plumbing, aka eco plumbing, is a growing trend with homeowners, as your home’s water use largely dictates how ‘green’ your home is. Luckily, joining the green plumbing revolution is easier than you’d think, which is why we’ve created this handy eco-plumbing how-to! Green Plumbing: An Eco Plumbing How-To To help you go green with
When you have a serious plumbing problem, you need it fixed—yesterday..or sooner. But—when should you try to fix it yourself, and when should you emergency plumbing services in Oshawa to book an immediate appointment? To help you understand when to call a plumber in Oshawa immediately, we’ve put together a list of 5 reasons to
Modern-looking bathrooms are all the rage. They add value to your home, and peace and tranquility to your daily bathroom routines. But, how do you upgrade an old fuddy-duddy into a new modern masterpiece? Great news! Achieving a modern-looking design is easier than you think, and to help you get started on the right track—here
If you’re looking to reduce your plumbing problems of high water bills (as there’s unfortunately no way to avoid them entirely)–conservation is key. Water conversation isn’t just easier on your wallet, it’s also easier on the environment, and let’s face it good ole Mother Nature could use a break. We’ve put her through enough. Plumbing
From our family here at Brian Hayes Plumbing to yours we wish you a happy holidays season—and a safe and prosperous new year. We would also like to take this moment to thank you for your continued support throughout the year, of our business and our staff (aka the Hayes ‘family’). We truly hope that
When the stockings are hung by the yuletide with care, and your beloved family are gathered around the dressed turkey—it is a terrible time for a clogged pipe, broken toilet, sewage seepage or other plumbing maintenance issue (not that there is a good time!). How to Prevent a Holiday Plumbing Disaster: With Plumbing Maintenance Preventing
Plumbing problems are generally sudden-onset disasters that appear out of nowhere, and ruin your night, your bathroom—and your dinner party. To avoid embarrassing and utterly inconvenient plumbing problems, heed the below advice about how to stay ahead of your plumbing problems with these plumbing maintenance tips. Plumbing Problems Avoidance: Plumbing Maintenance There are a number
Sadly, winter is coming. And with winter comes the winterizing process for homeowners—to winterize both your outside tap or taps, and the rest of your home and plumbing. Winterizing your Outside Tap Burst pipes and faucet damage are just a couple of the problems that can result from not winterizing your outdoor taps. But they
When we’re asked ‘do plumbing fixtures make a difference?’ we respond the same—absolutely! Plumbing fixtures provide a number of noticeable, tangible differences to your home: from adding to your home’s value to being decorative accent pieces. Consider the following ways that plumbing fixtures truly make a difference: They are Statement Pieces When you walk into
If your bathroom is the superhero of your home than the exhaust fan is Alfred, a humble behind-the-scenes kind of guy who simply keeps things running smoothly and in tip-top shape. If you’re wondering exactly what Alfred the Exhaust Fan does for your bathroom, consider these 5 benefits exhaust fans provide your bathroom: 1. Significantly-Improved
Moen products add not only beauty to your home—but value. Between the lifetime warranty to the smart technology they add, they are one of the best (if not the best) faucets and accents on the market. Why are they one of the best? We have a number of reasons why we are utterly in love
Bathroom vanities are no longer the yellow and blue built-in sinks and laminate counters that most of us had growing up—no sir, they’ve come a LONG way, in both design and functionality. Your options are now nearly endless, with every element of a bathroom entirely customizable—especially bathroom vanities. To help you choose the perfect vanity
As professional plumbers, bathroom renovators and bathroom ideas type of people, we regularly maximize bathroom space. We use our designs to help our clients bathrooms look larger than they are—because let’s face it, very few homes have large and spacious bathrooms. If you’re planning bathroom renovations on a small, smaller, or small-‘ish’ bathroom that you
Here at Hayes were huge proponents of DIY plumbing. DIY plumbing can be empowering as a homeowner, and can offer you an immediate fix to emergency plumbing issues—but, there is a point where you need to call a professional plumber. To help you decide when to put on your amateur plumber hat, and when to
Our 2026 Oshawa plumbing cost guide and Durham Region bathroom renovation cost guide publish the planning ranges we work from.
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