Category: Plumbing

Homeowners dealing with hard water often wonder, will a whole house water filter remove scale? While whole-house filters can improve water quality by removing contaminants, they aren’t typically designed to target the minerals that create...

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Clogged pipes often constitute a serious issue or headache for many homeowners. According to a Google Consumer Survey1 , about 20% of homeowners often have to deal with clogged toilets, 15% spend time fixing backed-up...

Water stains and dampness spread along the floor and wall junction, with rust-colored discoloration indicating possible water intrusion or a leak.

One of the most important parts of a house is the foundation. There are several factors that determine how builders will construct a home’s foundation. Some of those factors include local soil conditions as well...

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Underground water leaks can be a terrible nightmare for every homeowner. These hidden leaks not only waste precious water but can also lead to significant property damage and costly repairs if left undetected. The challenge...

A series of old metal pipes are connected on the exterior of a building, with some pipes entering the wall through visible openings. The pipes show signs of wear and rust, suggesting they may need maintenance or replacement.

Throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, home flippers are still going strong, despite 2022’s skyrocketing interest rates. But if you’ve recently invested in a fixer-upper, whether to sell it or settle down in it, you want...

A woman stands at a kitchen sink, washing dishes under running water while looking focused. Sunlight streams through the nearby window, illuminating the warm, cozy kitchen.

Does your home’s tap water have a funny smell or taste? If so, you might benefit from a water filtration system. You can install one that serves your whole home or just a single tap....

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Can heavy rain cause plumbing issues? Heavy rainfall, though usually overlooked, can lead to significant plumbing issues in U.S. homes. This is particularly evident in regions like the Dallas-Fort Worth Area and the Greater Houston...

A promotional graphic shows a bathtub filled with murky, backed-up water. The text reads, "Why is Water Backing Up from My Bathroom Drain?" with the Bacon Plumbing Heating Air Electric logo in the bottom right corner.

What Causes Your Toilets to Back Up Into Showers and Bathtubs? When wastewater from your toilet finds its way into your shower or bathtub, it’s often due to a blockage or disruption somewhere in your...

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There’s something unmistakably unpleasant about the smell of rotten eggs wafting up from your kitchen sink, bathroom sink, or shower drain. Think morning routine: you’re brushing your teeth, and suddenly, that sulfurous odor hits you....

A sprinkler system sprays water over a well-manicured lawn bordered by a rock garden and a stone pathway. The scene captures a bright and well-maintained outdoor landscape.

A verdant lawn is the envy of the neighborhood, but it takes regular and careful watering to keep it at its best. An efficient yard sprinkler system can greatly reduce the time and effort needed...