320 articles from the Hayes Plumbing team on maintenance & advice for homes in Oshawa and Durham Region.
320 articles in Maintenance & Advice
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Have you ever experienced loss of water pressure in the shower? If you have, then you know how troublesome it is – even if the cause is as simple as a flushed toilet. What makes it much worse if the problem is chronic and it makes it quite impossible to rinse away soap and shampoo.
There are plumbing problems that could appear like they are just in need of a quick fix only for you to wake up in the middle of the night to find water up to your knees! While it seems like an exciting idea to turn these tiny problems into fun DIY projects – toilets, sinks,
Next to the kitchen, the bathroom is probably the most dangerous area in your house, especially for children. From the slippery floor to the hot water that could come out of your shower head, it seems like every corner of your bathroom poses a threat to your little ones. We cannot be there for our
Don’t you just love the idea of having a squeaky-clean bathroom with shiny fixtures? That is among every homeowner’s dream. Unfortunately, achieving and maintaining a pristine bathroom is no easy feat. And spotless fixtures seem to be something we could only see on TV. Stains and damages that come from water and soap, for
There are some under-sink water filtration services problems that can actually be resolved on your own. These common issues include water type and tank damages, among others. If you want to check the problem, then you should get an old towel ready for any drip and a headlamp or flashlight so you can see in
Is your toilet tank leaking water into your toilet bowl? There may be a few things causing this. Don’t worry though as there are also some easy ways you can check this problem. See If Your Toilet Tank is Really Leaking Before you do anything, you want to make sure that this is what’s really
Plumbing concerns can cost you a lot, and it is only natural that you want to address the problem yourself; thinking how much you can save if you fix them on your own. The question is, how much are you really saving when you do this? Before you take out your tools and start your
In your daily battle to save energy, your hot water heater is the weakest link. One of the reason is that you are probably still using a conventional type of water heater. That kind of heater continuously works to keep your water hot and ready any time you need it. However, as much as
Learning how to prevent pipes from freezing can be a total lifesaver, especially this winter. Usually, when a pipe freezes, the damage goes way beyond a simple plumbing replacement. When things get worse, all your personal possessions in your basement, not to mention your walls, ceilings, and floors can be totally ruined. As you can
Basement floods happen without warning. If your home has a basement, then it can happen to you. It does not matter if it has never flooded in your area before. Because although it is true that most basement floods occur during rapid snowmelts or during rainy seasons, one can still occur during a very dry
Kids start to get fascinated with water from their very first bath. That is why they revel at the sight of a kiddie pool… and even a bucket of water. This curiosity about water, however, can easily turn from fun to danger. At all costs, you should try to avoid situations where your child
Some homeowners, especially new ones, lack the knowledge of how to deal with simple leaks in their plumbing. You do not need to be an expert at plumbing, but knowing the basics can go a long way, especially when it comes to leaks. Equipping yourself with the knowledge in plumbing can save you hundreds of
We all know plumbing is very important and a great necessity in every household. Yet, most homeowners neglect to maintain their plumbing system until eventually, something goes wrong. Keep in mind that your plumbing system can remain in its optimal condition with just a little bit of TLC and regular maintenance. Doing so can prevent
Cleaning the toilet is, indeed, a very repulsive chore. One thing that is good about it is it is pretty simple and straightforward to do. You just have to scrub the edges of the bowl and you’re good to go. However, there is a correct way to clean your toilet. If you do this the
If you experience a major plumbing leak in your house, what would you do? You would probably say you’d call your local plumber and that is, indeed, a smart move to make. However, that’s only second on the list of things to do during a plumbing emergency. Pause for a second and think of what
Insulating their home’s hot water pipes is an easy decision for a lot of homeowners. When you can find really good insulating pipe sleeves for a really low price, it seems impractical to resist the energy savings that you’ll get. Unfortunately, not all homeowners are aware of this simple efficiency booster and why it is
Having to call a plumber each time there’s a clogged drain in your home can be quite frustrating. Of course, it gives you the assurance that the problem will be solved, especially if you have a reliable plumber from Hayes Plumbing. But sometimes the timing is not right and when you’re busy with other things,
Water rising up to your toilet’s brim is never a welcome sight. In fact, this situation causes anxiety to every homeowner who experiences it. But you don’t have to panic when this happens to you. Knowing how to deal with an overflowing toilet is the key. An overflowing toilet is most likely the result of
Have you ever taken a peek inside your kettle or boiler? If so, you have probably noticed a tough, off-white, and somewhat stony crust at the bottom. That deposit is limescale – something that is left behind by hard water. Hard water, as you probably know, has higher levels of dissolved minerals. Minerals like calcium
We normally find enamel and porcelain bathtubs and sinks in Canadian homes. It is not surprising since they are very resilient. But that does not mean they are not invincible. In fact, you might find that if you drop something really heavy or hard (accidentally or otherwise), the surface of these fixtures could be easily
It doesn’t matter whether you have been using a garbage disposal for a long time now or you have just recently bought your first one. You should know how to take care of your appliance if you want to be able to benefit from its full potential for a really long time. As you know,
Detecting leaks at their early stage can save you from a big disaster and also save you money. That is why it is important that you detect the signs of leaks at the earliest time possible so you can contact your trusted plumber. Here are some of the things that you can do to detect
Everybody knows that the water from their faucets contain some fluoride. But how much do you know about it? If you don’t know it yet, fluoride is not naturally a part of water. It is actually just artificially added to the water supply that we get. In the 1960s water fluoridation was implemented. That’s
Are you getting a little too frustrated about your utility bills? Then you should not neglect or ignore your water consumption. Most households focus on energy efficiency, without stopping to think if there are ways to save some in your plumbing system. Well, there are some water-efficient fixtures that can help you save both
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