Houston HVAC and Plumbing Blog

It’s spring and the weather is warming up, trees and plants blooming, and rain falling. Drains take a beating in the spring and to top it off, your plumbing is susceptible to clogs from normal activities like washing dishes and clothes, showering, and using the toilet. Spring is not just a time to enjoy the outdoors, but to perform a thorough drain cleaning to prevent a variety of plumbing problems.   Signs a Spring Drain Cleaning Is Needed Now When

A high-quality bathtub defines the look and function of your bathroom. Given the cost of labor (which can range to as high as $2,000), many homeowners opt to take the DIY route. Replacing a bathtub yourself isn’t recommended unless you have experience. But with an average tub replacement cost of over $5,000 as of 2023 (up to $13,000 or more on the high end), how you handle DIY bathtub replacement can make or break your investment.1 Can I Replace My

Without regular maintenance, incredibly costly plumbing and HVAC repairs may be needed. These can put a serious strain on your budget and require extensive home restorations. Here are some of the most expensive plumbing repairs and HVAC services it’s best to try to avoid: 1.Exterior Drainage Issues Your exterior drainage system consists of gutters, downspouts, and properly sloped ground. These are intended to direct water away from your home. But improper sloping and failed gutters and downspouts can have the

Cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) piping is commonly used these days for plumbing. It is cheaper and easier to install than copper pipe and it won’t corrode. Another advantage is that it is flexible. Builders have used flexible pipe plumbing for radiant heating systems for some time and it is now frequently used to run water supply lines. Why Use a Flexible Pipe? Wouldn’t being flexible weaken a plumbing pipe? That’s what some people ask, but PEX is quite strong and durable.

Traditional water heaters store water in a tank, but as it is heated, water expands. This can put extreme pressure on your plumbing system. An expansion tank holds excess water to relieve pressure and prevent damage to valves and plumbing fixtures. Here, we’ll look at how it works and how to install an expansion tank in your home.   Do I Need an Expansion Tank?   You may need one attached to your water heater if: Water drips from the