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It is primarily for this reason that many people rely on bottled water or a home water filtration system. In this article, we will take a detailed review of both options, including their advantages and disadvantages, so that you can make an informed decision about which one is best for you especially at a time when we think more about the health of the planet.

We know everybody pretty much wants to live in a van or tiny home these days. One of critical things you really need is a hot water heater, so let’s talk about the pros and cons of the commonly used small portable type tankless water heaters that are so common for van remodels and tiny home construction.

Let’s take you back on a fascinating tour of the history of plumbing and ancient plumbing systems. Ancient civilizations like the Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks and Romans were early pioneers in developing the basics of plumbing. Several thousand years ago they already used clay and/or lead pipes, they created extensive canals & aqueducts to transport water, they had primitive forms of a flushing toilet called "cesspits" or “latrines” and they had systems to recycle human waste into fertilizers for farming. Considering the unhygienic and basic outdoor plumbing of the dark ages and medieval times it’s quite fascinating that so much knowledge about plumbing was known and lost. To fully understand this crazy loss and eventual regaining in essential plumbing knowledge and technology let’s go back and take a look at how advanced ancient plumbing actually was.

Tankless water heaters are becoming increasingly popular among homeowners due to their space-saving size and efficiency. So you may find yourself asking “Should I switch to a tankless water heater?” We've compiled this detailed list of pros, cons and types of tankless water heaters to help you answer this question.

An expert plumber aka master plumber is a professional who has specialized knowledge and skills in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems. Plumbing systems refer to the network of pipes, valves, fixtures, and appliances that are used to supply water, gas, and waste disposal to homes, businesses, and other buildings.

Do you ever spend time thinking about your water quality? If you go the EWG website (https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/system.php?pws=NC0111010) you can view the fairly disturbing last results from 2021 for Asheville. This analysis showed 20 contaminants total and 8 contaminants that may be over healthy limits:

As y’all surely know, rings are precious jewelry items that people wear to symbolize love, commitment, or even just as a fashion statement. Often they can even be highly cherished family heirlooms. We recently had a call from a client who thought she lost her wedding ring. Rings are small and can easily slip off fingers and fall down drains, resulting in lost jewelry and a sinking feeling that it may never be retrieved.

Preventing busted or frozen plumbing pipes is a crucial aspect of maintaining a healthy and functional plumbing system in any household especially during cold freezing weather. Burst pipes can lead to significant damages to your property and can be a severe health hazard. When water freezes inside your pipes, it expands and creates pressure, which can eventually burst your pipes. Here are 7 key tips to help prevent busted plumbing pipes.