Trades professionals: How to manage service calls amid COVID-19
With Governor Steve Bullock’s shelter-in-place directive extended through at least April 24 — and the federal government’s social distancing guidelines taking us through at least the end of April — it’s clear that business-as-usual will not be returning anytime soon. We’ve previously published Coronavirus safety guidelines to follow across the trades, but we want to more »
How To Clean Your Shower Head
Water flow issues — such as low water pressure in your kitchen faucet — can often be an easy fix. Luckily, if you’re having similar issues with your shower, you can likely fix the problem yourself. Oftentimes, if your home’s water source is a well or hard water, your shower head can get a lot more »
FAQ: What is safe to flush down the toilet?
The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in a lot of confusion and misinformation. As toilet paper, wipes, and paper towels fly off the shelves, it’s important we clarify what you can safely flush down the toilet. Here are the facts: many things you might be flushing down your toilet could be clogging up your — and more »
Coronavirus Safety for Plumbing, HVAC, and Construction
Amid the ongoing spread of Coronavirus through our community and country, the safety and welfare of workers and customers in the plumbing, HVAC, and construction industries should be an immediate priority. We have taken immediate steps to ensure our residential and civil workers are safe, but there is still a lot to learn. So we’ve more »
How To Clean Your Faucet Aerator
Water flow issues with your kitchen or bathroom faucet? Don’t worry: it’s a common problem. There are many DIY plumbing solutions, but cleaning your faucet’s aerator is the simplest — and can be a huge help. So follow these steps to learn how to clean your faucet aerator and get your sink back to running more »
Women’s History Month: Tradeswomen from Past to Present
In the spirit of Women’s History Month, let’s take break from plumbing/HVAC advice and tech news to give a brief history lesson. The trades have a long and rich history, but women’s role in these careers is largely underrepresented — and underreported. Yet the truth is that women have played a major historical part in more »