Vent Stack vs Stack Vent; Learn What They Are (2023 Guide) These two terms are used interchangeably often but there is a difference between the two. This blog will discuss using the term vent stack vs stack vent. A plumbing system in a residential home…

Buying a House with Cast Iron Pipes (2023 Guide) Ahhh, cast iron pipes; are one of the favorite topics of discussion when inspecting an older home here in South Florida and I'm sure it's no different where you are. Let's dive into cast iron drainage…

Don't Use An "S-Trap" For Your Sink If you're thinking about investing in an s-trap pipe for your plumbing system, think again! This blog will make sure that the time and money spent on replacing piping under a sink is done properly. Your basic residential…

Vacuum Breakers For Hose Bibs Having an anti-siphon system for water is important because it helps to prevent backflow and contamination of your water supply. Vacuum breakers for hose bibs are a common installation for newer homes. No worries if your home is older or…

Yes You Should Caulk Your Toilet And Here Is Why (2022 Guide) When inspecting homes that have had some bathroom renovations, the common defect found is caulking or grout being missing from around your toilet. Yes, you should caulk your toilet, here is why. Caulking…

Are Your Plumbing Pipes Knocking, Try Shock Absorbers Try shock absorbers, they are a great solution for plumbing pipes knocking. Shock absorbers, also called water arrestors reduce the vibrations and noise caused by water running through the pipes, thus preventing plumbing pipe knocking. These devices…

Learn the Basics for Floor Drains (Guide 2022) You've landed in the right place to learn the basics for floor drains. There are some common defects found that you should know about. Let's dive in. The drainage system in a home consists of two separate…

Learn What and Why We Have A Sediment Trap Sediment traps are designed to collect and hold sediment particles as they pass through the trap, protecting the equipment from participants that could damage it. Several gas appliances in a home could use a drip leg…

Learn Why You Floor Drain Backing Up (2022 Guide)   Why is my floor drain backing up? The most common cause of floor drain backups is a clogged or blocked sewer line. If you have recently experienced heavy rains, the water may be unable to…

Learn How to Tell If Your Valves Are Open Or Closed? (2022 Guide) Shut-off valves are an important part of your home plumbing system.  Do you know when your home's valves are open or closed? Shut-off valves allow you to quickly shut off the water…