Plumbing Tips Category

Dual-Flush Toilets Promote Water Conservation

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

“If it’s yellow, let it mellow. If it’s brown, flush it down.” It refers, of course, to toilet flushing habits.


What a Sump Pump Is and How to Maintain It

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

A common issue with sump pumps is that the water they carry comes from within the ground. So that means the water has dirt in it which can clog pipes and pumps over years of use.


The Next Wave of Water Savings

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

While a 20 percent savings is impressive, some builders are finding creative ways to save even more. There is potential for big savings.


Ignoring Your Basement Sump Pump Can Lead to Disaster

Thursday, July 22nd, 2010

One good idea is to calculate the amount of money that you will have to spend on damages to your home if your basement floods and then factor that against the cost of a new, upgraded basement pump system.


Protect Your Home From Flooding With A Sump Battery Backup

Thursday, July 22nd, 2010

If you lose power without a backup, it is likely that many of your possessions could be damaged in the basement. Some of those possessions may not be replaceable such as photos.


How to test a sump pump

Monday, July 19th, 2010

A sump pump is there to protect your basement……The sump pump should be tested every few months.


A Battery Back Up Sump Pump, is it Necessary?

Sunday, July 18th, 2010

Of course any pump on its own without a backup system is a recipe for disaster…..


How Much Water Do You Use? Water Conservation Good Practices

Saturday, July 10th, 2010

Warren County residents can use this handy guide to gauge their personal water consumption.


What Is the Purpose of a Sump Pump?

Monday, June 28th, 2010

Sump pumps keep water leaks from ruining your basement.


Small Steps, Big Savings

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

The average household could save about $170 per year on water and sewer bills by retrofitting……