Your water heater is generally hidden out of sight in your home, so it may be difficult to tell whether you need water heater replacement. While problems with your unit are often a sign that you simply need repairs, it may also indicate your unit is too worn to continue running. Call Avis Plumbing & […]
It may seem odd to clean the appliance that cleans your dishes, but yes, dishwashers should be regularly cleaned! If your dishwasher seems to not be performing well, causing spots on your glasses, or even gives off a strange smell, chances are it can all be solved by giving it a quick clean. Over time, […]
Thinking about selling your Southwest Florida home? Now is the perfect time of year for selling a house — which means getting your house ready to sell! This includes things like power washing the siding, cleaning the windows, and organizing the storage areas. However, one of the most important things you can do is ensure […]
Leaky sinks are an extremely common problem in homes not only in Cape Coral and Fort Myers, but across the country. Most of the time, the problem goes ignored for days, weeks — even years. After all, the sound of dripping water is annoying, but hardly that big of an issue, right? Actually, a leaky […]
Today, many people take on home do-it-yourself projects in an attempt to save a few bucks and perhaps learn a new skill in the process. If you need water heater installation, you may be tempted to do a quick internet search and try to go through the process on your own. But if you want […]
Hire a contractor to remodel a kitchen or bathroom these days and there’s a good chance they’ll use plastic “PEX” pipe for the water supply lines instead of the copper they were using just a few years ago. Ask them about it, and they’ll probably say that PEX — short for “cross-linked polyethylene” — is […]
Nothing lasts forever, and that includes the plumbing pipes in your home. Fortunately for home owners, the majority of pipe materials perform well for decades. However, when that lifespan is reached, pipes may start to leak. To prevent leaks, use the chart below to determine if your home’s plumbing lifespan is adequate or if water […]