Plumbing Myths
Webster’s defines a myth as “a popular belief that is false or unsupported”. While myths may seem harmless, when it comes to your home and the systems that run it, it’s important to be certain you are making decisions based on reality and not myths. So, the natural question to ask is, “What are common […]
Holiday Home Prep (Part One: The Kitchen)
Believe it or not, Christmas is just a little over four weeks away and Santa and your house guest will be arriving soon. What does that mean for you? To avoid unnecessary stress, now’s a good time to start preparing your home for holiday gatherings. Where to start? Below is a list of items […]
Cleaning Your Front Load Washer
With the advent of front load washers just over a decade ago, consumers rejoiced with this new technology. While it is a marvel unto itself, the day-to-day reality is that it comes with some challenges. Because these High Efficiency front load models use less water and contain a seal lock to keep water from […]
Keeping Your Dishwasher in Good Shape
For decades, Americans lived without this handy kitchen helper. But today, most of us can’t imagine living life without it. The dishwasher. If you’re lucky enough to own one, then you want to make sure you’re taking good care of it not only to keep your dishes clean and sanitized, but to help it […]
Some Common Plumbing Myths
Indoor plumbing and access to water is one of the great luxuries of the modern world. However, it’s easy to take for granted the complexity of the plumbing mechanism unless it stops working. Below are a few common plumbing myths debunked to help prevent problems for your plumbing system now and in the future. […]
Spring Cleaning for Your Plumbing
Spring cleanings isn’t just for windows and closets. Though it’s easy to forget, your plumbing system needs regular checks and maintenance to be sure everything is working well for you and your family and to save costly repairs down the road. Below are a few tips to get you started: Check faucets for drips […]
The Hidden Shower Drain
When doing a bathroom remodel, homeowners usually focus on what they consider the big items. For example, the tub, vanity, countertop, and tile all contribute to the overall design we want in our bathroom so they are a natural choice. One thing homeowners normally don’t think about is the drain system in the shower. Most […]
Get Your Home Ready For Winter
Fall is such a pretty time of year. Beautiful sunny days with low humidity make it an enjoyable time for outings and get togethers. With all that sunshine and blue skies, you might not want to think about the winter days to come, but its important that you do. Getting your home ready for […]
Heating Your Bathroom Floors by Go Green Plumbing
Well, here we are again, the middle of fall with winter right around the corner. And while some of us enjoy our cool tile floors in the summer, they aren’t fun to walk on in the middle of winter. Did you know that you can actually remodel your bathroom with not only updated bathroom fixtures […]
Freshen Your Garbage Disposal
Do you have a funky smell coming from around your sink? Does it get especially bad overnight? You may need to freshen up your garbage disposal. Food and gunk can collect in the intricate pieces that make up the disposal and lead to some pretty significant odors. So, how can you brighten that up and […]
