Category Archives: Plumbing
Sewer Gas Smell in Your House: How to Identify and Fix It
That distinct, unsettling sewer gas smell in your house is something no homeowner wants to experience. It's not just an unpleasant odor; it often means your plumbing system is sending you a distress signal. While panic is never the solution, understanding the causes of this rotten egg-like stench, its potential…
Read MoreSewage Smell In Bathroom: Causes and Remedies
Few experiences are as jarring as a lingering sewage smell in bathroom spaces within your Bay Area home. It's not just unpleasant – this unwelcome odor coming from your bathroom sinks can signal a range of plumbing problems, some simple, others potentially complex. Sometimes, the problem can be an easy…
Read MoreWater in Crawl Space After Heavy Rain: Prevention and Solutions
Discovering water in your crawl space after heavy rain is a sinking feeling. You know it’s a problem, but how big of a problem? And where do you even start? Water in crawl space after heavy rain is a common homeowner challenge. Discover causes and solutions for this persistent problem. …
Read MoreBathtub Won’t Drain? Quick Solutions to a Common Problem
When your bathtub won’t drain, it can quickly transform a relaxing showering experience into a challenging situation. Standing in accumulated water is uncomfortable, insanitary and may indicate underlying plumbing issues. Whether you're dealing with slow drainage or a complete blockage, understanding the root causes and potential solutions is crucial for…
Read MoreFlooded Crawl Space? Causes, Dangers & Solutions
A flooded crawl space is a serious issue that can compromise both structural integrity and indoor air quality. The first signs often include a distinct musty odor emanating from below the living areas. Upon inspection, homeowners may discover standing water or excessive moisture in the crawl space, a situation that…
Read MoreComprehensive Emergency Plumbing Guide: How to Identify, Handle, and Find Plumber
Plumbing problems. They never seem to happen at a convenient time, do they? A dripping faucet during the day can quickly turn into a burst pipe, flooding your home at 2 AM. That’s where emergency plumbing services come in. But when is a plumbing issue really an emergency? And what…
Read MoreHot Water Coming Out Yellow? 12 Reasons Why and How to Fix It
Quick Tips for Dealing with Yellow Hot Water:Flush your water heater to remove sediment buildupCheck and replace the anode rod if necessaryInstall a water softener to reduce mineral contentUse a whole-house water filter to remove contaminantsHave your pipes inspected for corrosion or damageConsider upgrading old plumbing systemsAlways consult a professional…
Read MoreWhat are the Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater?
You may be pondering what the benefits of a tankless water heater are and is it really worth the additional cost. In this post you will read about the perks of going tankless, from energy efficiency to space-saving and beyond, and how a new one could very well outweigh any…
Read MoreWhat happens at an EcoWater Reverse Osmosis service visit?
Today at the office we were talking about some of the unexpected issues Bellows has faced lately when we took over representing and servicing EcoWater's Water Softener, Refiner and Reverse Osmosis (RO) product line from another company. The first thing we did when we took over the new leads was…
Read MoreWhat’s better for you, an Electric Heat Pump or a Gas Furnace?
Deciding between a heat pump and gas furnace for home heating typically comes down to analyzing their types, efficiency levels, and installation complexities. This post will provide an in-depth analysis of these two systems, as well as touch on the comparison between heat pump water heaters and gas water heaters, their…
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