Hard water could affect your home's plumbing. But, what is hard water? It is a term used to describe a water supply that contains significant minerals. Most people throughout the United States live with mineral-rich water in their homes or deal with hard water at their business establishments.

Experiencing low water pressure in the home is annoying and a cause of concern for the homeowners. It is one of the common plumbing problems that impact the quality of life. When the water pressure falls below 40 psi, it is considered low. Slow-flowing water from the fixtures and faucets makes it challenging to accomplish routine activities like washing dishes, flushing, showering, watering plants, and laundry.

Showers and bathtubs are convenient plumbing fixtures perfect for offering relaxation after a stressful day at work or giving a fresh start to an otherwise busy workday to Las Vegas residents. However, to perform well, showers and bathtubs need routine cleaning and maintenance. No homeowner would enjoy a soak in the tub covered in grime or a relaxing shower from a spotted and stained shower head.

A burst pipe is a relatively common occurrence in many households. Even if a home has the best foundation work and an impeccable build, a pipe can still burst, causing various problems ranging from unnoticeable to full-blown, home-wide flooding.

When upgrading and remodeling a kitchen to create a new aesthetic, installing new faucets is an idea often overlooked. However, new touchless models have surfaced as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional options. While these are still relatively recent additions to the market for residential homes, their benefits can be tempting.

PVC or polyvinyl chloride pipes are a popular choice for many residential plumbing uses, including drain traps, vent pipes, and the main supply line. They are cost-effective, durable, flexible, and lightweight. PVC pipes are also easy to use, can handle water pressure, and have a long service life due to their rust and corrosion-free properties. They are welded to the fittings using solvent cement that melts the plastic surfaces and binds them.

A toilet is arguably one of the most important yet least thought-of items in the house. We frequently use it but regularly forget about it unless something goes wrong. Thankfully, toilets and toilet tanks are built to be sturdy and durable. A quality toilet will last for years with no issues. However, cracks in the toilet tank can appear over time, no matter what precautionary measures are taken to prevent them.

Every homeowner wants to adopt ways to reduce their utility bills as much as possible. Water heaters contribute 20-30% to the home’s energy consumption. This consumption is why more people are now inclining towards tankless or on-demand water heaters for improved energy efficiency. When first introduced, they were not as efficient as their tanked counterparts. Due to continuous improvement in technology, they have now become much more coveted due to the savings and other benefits offered.

At some point, a homeowner will turn on their faucet, and only cold water will come out. When water heaters break, they can make a homeowner spin into a panic looking for a new one; this is particularly true in the middle of winter when hot water is most necessary.

With the worst of the summer behind us, Las Vegas area residents are beginning to emerge and spend more time outdoors to enjoy the more moderate temperatures. If you happen to be one of them, it's a great time to take the opportunity to look over the outdoor water usage on your property and figure out if some changes should be made.

Your water bill may not be a massive concern to you compared to the various other bills you pay. But, learning how to manage your water can put you in a position of control. Your water bill will be lower than before, and you may save money in other ways as well. Here are some suggestions for water conservation indoors:

Water is indispensable and a matter of necessity and convenience. Water damage in a house is nothing less than a nightmare, and measures to avoid leaks in an older home should include a regular review by a plumber and quick attention to minor problems.

If you have a tank-style water heater, the next time you have your water heater replaced, you might see that it now has a sort of tiny replica of itself perched beside it or on top of it, another little tank. Today we’re going to talk about that. It’s a thermal expansion tank, and its purpose is to protect your plumbing.

Spring is the perfect time to perform regular maintenance and cleaning around your home. While you make a list of spring cleaning chores, make sure to add plumbing to the list. It is essential to check up on your plumbing system to see if everything is in order or if anything needs fixing or replacing for the upcoming season.

Your garbage disposal is the perfect apparatus to prevent your sink from being clogged up. Many people don’t understand how a garbage disposal works.

Before the weather turns blistering hot in the Las Vegas area, there are a few chores a homeowner should consider tackling. One such project is draining the water heater tank. The question of whether you really need to drain your water tank is worth a discussion.

Because more people are home these days, we are cooking and using more dishes, this is a good time to clean a dishwasher. Dishwashers are an important plumbing appliance in a kitchen as it saves hours of scrubbing plates, cups and the piles of silverware. They also sanitize the dishes, which is especially useful, especially if someone in the family is ill. But dishwashers, like most plumbing appliances, need to be cleaned so they run more efficiently and don’t start to smell like rotten food or mildew. But how should that be done? And with what?

The latest murmurings from real estate agents are that higher-end Smart plumbing faucets are a hot commodity right now. Buyers are more interested in better fixtures than in standard fixtures on high-end countertops. For the consumer, the ease of use and the ultimate in control make Smart plumbing a joy.

One of the familiar sights in the plumbing business is water damage. Once a home has a leak, it can cause tremendous damage before anyone realizes what has happened. While no one can predict an accident, some things will minimize the potential for leaks, for the spread of leaks, and, ultimately, for the amount of water damage.

Plumbing is an astonishingly efficient system — water when you need it and where you need it. You can have hot water, water which flows in a spray or stream, and the luxury of whatever pressure suits your needs. But, when plumbing fails, it becomes a severe inconvenience or even a catastrophic event.