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Q: What should I know before replacing the toilet in my bathroom?
A: It’s a good thing you asked that question as there are things to think about other than just buying the cheapest one or one that matches your décor. When you really think about it, a toilet is something that is used a couple of thousand times each year...
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Q: People keep telling me I need a water softener. Why? I’ve never had one and I’m fine. What does it even do?
A: The primary reason to install a water softener in your home is to protect and prolong the life of your water-using appliances. Water hardness is a measure of the trace amounts of minerals like calcium, magnesium, and iron found in our water supply...
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Q: I’m tired of cloudy, funny-tasting water, and am thinking about buying a home Water Filtration System. What should I look for?
A: Good Question! First off, a home filtration system is a fantastic alternative to the frustration of constantly buying flats of bottled water, or wrestling with those huge jugs that go on top of water coolers - not only are those inconvenient, they’re expensive!
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Q: I have sewer back ups all the time. Can I prevent this?
A: That’s a great question and a permanent solution would sure beat the smell of sewer back up when it does happen. The first thing you need to ask is why this problem keeps recurring.
Depending on the age of your home there may be many different problems down your pipes.
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Q: With all the different kinds of basin faucets out there how do I choose the right one for my needs?
A: There are many different kinds of faucets out there these days and choosing the right faucet can get frustrating if you don’t know the benefits or purpose of each style of faucet.
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Q: I would like a bathroom in my basement, but my house is older and doesn’t have plumbing for it, what should I do?
A: Having a bathroom in your basement can be very convenient and can add value to your property, however, when it comes to adding plumbing fixtures to your home there are several very important factors that need to be considered.
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Q: Plumbing repairs can be so expensive. Is there a way to prevent these problems from happening?
A: Yes. Just like in the human body, the plumbing in your home is a complex system, designed to support life by providing clean, healthy, fresh water, while at the same time safely and efficiently removing harmful toxins and waste products.
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Q: With all the rain we've been having, should I be worried about flooding?
A: Every spring, it seems, houses in our region flood, causing thousands of dollars in property damage and irretrievable losses of sentimental value. The real tragedy is that the vast majority of these floods could have been avoided.
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Q: Before I leave on vacation, is there anything I ought to do with my plumbing system? (Wendy E., St. Albert)
A: Excellent question Wendy. There are a couple of steps you should take anytime you leave your home for more than a day or two.
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Q: Recently the water pressure seems to be lower on all my faucets. Why?
A: Reduced water flow or leaky faucet handles cause many homeowners to think there’s a water pressure issue.
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