Chances are, if you are reading this, you have indoor plumbing. This means you have water coming into and out of your house via a main water line. This water line is crucial to the ongoing functionality of your plumbing, and if becomes damaged, it can cause one heck of a nightmare situation! However, there are often early warning signs that, if heeded early, can save you from truly catastrophic damage.
Read MoreOne of the main reasons sinks make excellent friends is that they let you do all the talking. But occasionally, some sinks become a lot more vocal – they start gurgling. If your sink has started talking back, it might be more than a minor annoyance – it could be a sign of a larger problem.
Read MoreAt their best, toilets aren’t generally a place where you want to host a dinner party. But they shouldn’t just stink when not in use. Here are some of the main reasons your toilet smells bad, and some ideas on how to fix it.
Read MoreDishwashers are one of the most amazing modern appliances in existence. Yes, it can feel like yours always needs emptying, but the alternative -washing everything by hand – is far worse. (We shudder just thinking about it). Unfortunately, not everything goes in the dishwasher. Maybe even some things you love to put in the dishwasher don’t belong there. And there is no time to stop putting them in the dishwasher like immediately after you read this post.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year that people start being a little “sump pump paranoid” – ears cocked to the slightest noise, especially when it is raining. They strain to hear that motor kick in so they can be sure there won’t be an unpleasant basement surprise in the form of a flood. That sound can be the source of huge relief. But what if you hear it when it isn’t raining? Why is your sump pump running when it’s seemingly dry?
Read MoreAll the snow is melting. Yes, we may get another snowfall or two before we can officially deem winter over, but no matter what, snow is melting. All that spring melt makes a compelling case for a working sump pump. But how do you tell if yours needs to be replaced (before it actually needs to be replaced)?
Read MoreIt’s too early to call it spring here on the prairies, but it IS coming. Now is the perfect time to start thinking about your plumbing, and the damage winter may have caused. Here are some things to start investigating now, as spring starts to arrive.
Read MoreIf you’ve considered a new water heater in the past, then you’ve probably investigated tankless water heaters. Of course, a lot can change over time, so it’s always good to rethink – what are the pros and cons of a tankless water heater?
Read MoreEvery year, people set new resolutions for themselves. By this time of the year, most of them are already long forgotten. This is a great reminder – there is still time to make 2022 the Year of Good Plumbing! Few things are more important than reliable plumbing – which unfortunately you only notice when something goes wrong. We’d love to help you prevent problems this year, by checking out our 4 plumbing resolutions.
Read MoreWe’re a few weeks into 2022, and if the weather is any indication, this could be a wild year. One thing is for sure – we want you to have reliable, boring, stable plumbing, all year long. For these reasons, we suggest you follow along with our four plumbing resolutions for 2022.
This year seems like a good year to be a little kinder to your plumbing, doesn’t it? Over the month of January, we are going to suggest four resolutions we think you should make to give your pipes and drains and everything else a little extra love in 2022. If you missed it, here was resolution #1. Today, we present to you resolution #2: Treat your garbage disposal more gently.
Read MoreIt’s a new year (can you believe it? 2022! What’s next – 2023!?) and we thought this would be a great time to share four plumbing resolutions we’d love for you to make. Over the month of January, we will be posting a few of the things on our homeowner plumbing wish list. Let’s get started!
Read MoreWhen you get out of bed on a cold, dark, early morning, and everything is cold, all you want is a nice shower to help you start your day. But what happens when your shower doesn’t give you the warm, comforting relief you are looking for? What if it trickles out, or has no hot water? Here are some things to troubleshoot if your shower has no pressure or hot water.
Read MoreJust because it’s almost summer doesn’t mean you should completely ignore your furnace. This is especially true if it’s part of a larger HVAC unit that provides cooling in the summer. But, even if you don’t use air conditioning, there are a few things you should do now that the weather is warmer.
Read MoreThis week, we want to answer some frequently asked questions. Being the Saskatoon plumber, we do get a lot, our goal is to guide you with education so that you can make the best choices for yourself.
Read MoreThe kids are back to school, leaves are turning colours and everyone has opinions about Pumpkin Spice Lattes, it must be getting close to Fall. For Action Plumbing and Heating, that means plumbing maintenance. This week we would like to discuss the importance of getting your HVAC and plumbing systems maintained before winter hits
This week, we want to look at different ways you can improve, and add comfort to your home. Saskatoon sees all kinds of weather, it’s best if your home can be prepared for whatever this province throws at you.
When it comes time to replace you water heater (on average every 8-12 years) please read the following information. There is a lot of information to sift through from brands, sizes, ratings and more. We would like to help guide you through this path, as a water heaters are expensive you want to make the right choice the first time.
Read MoreIn the age of smartphones and Paw Patrol it is so important to get kids off devices and show them how creative they can be. We have 3 “plumbing experiments” that are fun and educational for you to try with your kids this summer!
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