Know When to Call a Plumber
Homeowners may not realize the complexity of their home’s plumbing system and knowing when to call a plumber can minimize future frustration and damage. Here are five reasons to call a plumber: Leaks. Whether you experience a water-all-over-the-floor disaster or a less apparent dark mark on the wall or ceiling, do what you can to […]
Village Showplace – Showers, Sinks, Free Standing Tubs and Village Experience
A year and a half in the making, the Village Showroom is ON. Is OPEN. Is Happening! There you’ll find Kohler’s DTV ® Custom Showering Experience on display: DTV offers the ultimate in personalized hydrotherapy. From temperature and spray intensity to the angle of water delivery, you can control it all with an easy-to-use, menu-based navigation […]
Maintaining Your Bathroom Plumbing: A DIY Checklist
Plumbing maintenance is important to do regularly to prevent plumbing problems and emergencies. Bathroom plumbing is easy to maintain and often only takes a couple of minutes to keep in proper working order. Follow this DIY checklist to keep your bathroom plumbing in tip-top shape. Clean out your drain if they are working slowly. Debris […]
3 Reasons to Upgrade to a Wi-Fi Thermostat
You may have heard about the benefits of programmable thermostats, but the Wi-Fi equipped thermostat has taken energy savings and efficiency to a whole new level. Gone are the days of the old thermostats that adjusted by a radial dial. Here are some reasons you should consider upgrading to a Wi-Fi equipped thermostat: Convenience. If […]
Winterizing Your Plumbing
If you own a home that is going to be vacant this winter, it is critical that you take the time to winterize the plumbing. Not taking proper precautions can end up costing you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in replacement plumbing and emergency repairs. If a vacant home is not properly winterized, water […]
Your Home’s Major Systems: AC, Water Heaters, and Plumbing
When the weather is mild, take advantage by shoring up your home’s major systems. Houston is not currently enduring any major heat wave. But why wait for cold weather, or the next emergency? While things seem calm, take advantage by taking steps to strengthen your home’s major systems. How did your AC hold up through […]
Go Texans Friday with VPHS
Team spirit was alive and well at Village Plumbing, Air & Electric last Friday It may not have worked out for the Texans on Sunday, but Village was rooting for the home team Friday as they celebrated a little bit of team spirit of their own, celebrating a good week spent helping customers with various […]
Texans Answer to a Higher Power Bill
Texas is the second largest state (Alaska is over twice as big), but when it comes to utility bills, Texas cities rank 1 and 2 in the cities with the highest power bills, according to a study by Forbes Magazine, with the help of energy and utility analysis firm Ventyx.* Prices at the pump tend […]
Cost of Energy-Efficient Tankless Water Heaters in Houston
A tankless water heater in your Houston home can help you be environmentally friendly, while lowering your utility bill. When it comes to lowering utility expenses, most property owners consider changing their light bulbs and lamps into fixtures that are more energy efficient, installing better insulation to maintain indoor temperatures, and cutting back on the use of water when possible. […]
The Dangers of Chemical Drain Cleaners In The Home
Store bought drain cleaners are some of the most hazardous chemicals found in American households. They don’t just pose a risk to your family’s health, they can also damage your home’s plumbing system and bathroom and kitchen fixtures. Chemical drain cleaners are available in several forms; alkaline drain cleaners contain sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide. […]