Becoming a homeowner is exciting but comes with new responsibilities and lots to learn. One important area to understand is your home’s plumbing system. Let’s go over some essential plumbing knowledge every new homeowner should have to stay prepared and protect your investment.
Read MoreWhen it comes to home renovations, plumbing is often an area that gets overlooked until problems arise. However, incorporating plumbing upgrades during your renovation can improve your home's efficiency, comfort, and value. Whether you’re planning a major overhaul or just a few updates, here are some tips to help you make the most of your plumbing renovation.
Read MoreEver found yourself enjoying a quiet moment when suddenly, your pipes start making alarming noises? Whether it's a high-pitched squeal, a persistent whistling, or a troubling bang, these sounds can be quite unsettling. So, what do these noises indicate about your plumbing system, and how can you address them?
Read MoreWe have all found ourselves in a hairy situation where we find a bathroom shower drain clogged, or a messy clog in our kitchen sink. In some cases, it may be a simple fix that can be handled by following a few simple steps. So, today, here are some tips to tackle a clogged drain.
Read MoreDisposing of food waste properly is crucial for maintaining a healthy plumbing system. Flushing food down the toilet may seem convenient, but it can cause significant problems for you, your wallet, and your home! Understanding its impacts and adopting better disposal methods can help prevent costly plumbing issues.
Read MoreThere are several reasons why you might not have hot water or water that just isn’t hot enough! After you check the temperature setting on the water heater, more investigation may be required. Although it’s always best to call in a professional for their opinion, let’s discuss a few common hot water situations you might encounter and how to determine what could be going on.
Read MoreIt’s nearly that time of the year where people are extra particular about their sump pumps, especially when it’s raining. You want to ensure this important piece of equipment is in tip-top shape so it can keep your home dry. What should you keep an eye out for? Keep reading and find out the signs it’s time for a new sump pump.
Read MoreThere are many benefits to tankless water heaters. Tankless water heaters provide continuous hot water while saving energy and money, which makes them an attractive option for many homeowners. Let's consider both the advantages and disadvantages of tankless water heaters.
Read MoreIt is important to consider what you are putting down your drains - not only for your own plumbing system, but for your local water and sewer system as well. If you aren’t careful, you can cause a serious and expensive plumbing problem! Today, we will talk about some common items that can cause clogs and plumbing issues.
Read MoreSpring has officially arrived, which means everyone is rushing to spend some time outdoors. However, before you completely abandon the indoors, don’t forget about the plumbing! Spring cleaning your plumbing will make the season (and rest of the year) more enjoyable while also freshening up your home.
Read MoreAt Action Plumbing and Heating, we want to ensure we are your go-to team to call when you need assistance most. However, we also want to arm you with important knowledge that can help safeguard your home and prevent severe incidents or damage. With that in mind, we put together this handy list to perform simple checks around your house that can help identify potential issues and seek proactive action if necessary.
Read MoreIn an age where sustainability is not just valued but vital, homeowners are increasingly seeking ways to minimize their environmental footprint. One of the most impactful approaches is through integrating eco-friendly plumbing solutions into our homes. These innovative systems not only conserve precious resources but also offer a pathway to a greener, more sustainable lifestyle.
Read MoreWe hope that you don’t find yourself in this situation, but if you find yourself in a plumbing emergency, we want to help make the situation as stress free as possible. By acting quickly and effectively before the professionals arrive, you can minimize the damage and help lead us in the right direction.
Read MoreAfter enjoying an extended period of above-normal temperatures, the polar vortex finally made its presence felt last week, marking the arrival of winter in full force. In these extreme cold conditions, while hibernating until spring might seem appealing, it's not realistic. What you can manage effectively, however, is ensuring that your furnace operates efficiently to keep your home warm.
Read MoreHappy New Year! As we start off 2024, we thought this would be a great time to share a few plumbing resolutions for you to make. Keep your plumbing (and your wallets) happy by keeping these resolutions over the next 12 months.
Read MoreThe holiday season is fast approaching! With that, you are likely going to host more people in your home than usual. Whether you have friends or family staying with you for extended periods, or are planning several get-togethers, it is important to prioritize your plumbing!
Read MoreA leaking toilet is costly, annoying, and can wreak a lot of damage by the time you notice it. You might not know anything is wrong … until you see a wet floor, or even damage on the ceiling on the floor below the toilet. If you are lucky, you might hear or see a problem when it keeps running or flushing on its own. But whenever you do notice you have a leaky toilet, please act immediately. The water you are wasting is costly, but the damage that can occur if you don’t take care of a leaky toilet now is even worse.
Read MoreRecently, we’ve given you some advice on plumbing and furnace maintenance. However, your furnace doesn’t heat your home on its own. When it comes to baths, showers, and washing dishes your water heater is the hero of your house, so it needs attention too. Given that it accounts for about 15-20% of your utility bill, maintaining your water heater is a good investment.
Read MoreSeptember has arrived, and we all know what that means! Yes, sadly, the lazy days of summer are behind us, and fall is fast approaching. Given the unpredictable weather on the prairies, the team at Action Plumbing wants to make sure your home is ready for when the temperatures begin to dip. So, let’s discuss our top tips to get your plumbing ready for the fall season.
Read MorePlumbing is complicated, and not everyone should or can do it. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t simple tasks and straightforward solutions to basic plumbing that you can’t tackle on your own. For these jobs, we want to help you put together a plumbing tool kit that will help you keep everything running smoothly, and ensure you know where your important tools are! We’ll start out simple and work our way up to more advanced tools.
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