BROTHERS PLUMBING BLOG

Everybody needs access to clean drinking water. Backflow prevention devices help to safeguard against the risk of backflow, and in the process, prevent the contamination of your water supply from germs and other pollutants. There are different...

Plumbing jobs are tricky. They require you to tap into your home’s water supply and tinker around, hopefully solving the problem. We applaud people who take a DIY spirit to home upkeep: it teaches you new skills, saves you money and gives you the...

One habit of people who are wise with their money is taking on DIY tasks. It saves money on hiring professionals and helps you build useful skills for around the home. However, there are some plumbing problems you shouldn’t try to fix yourself....

The thing about plumbing is, it’s often taken for granted. We all need clean water flowing in our sinks and toilets, but we don’t really think about the mechanisms that make this possible until they’re broken. Then suddenly, there’s no...

As a homeowner, there are a lot of things to think about and take care of in order to keep your abode truly home sweet home. The fact is, it's not just all about the feeling, but also getting all the parts to work. One of the most common horrors...

Burst water pipes can have devastating effects on your home, building, valuables, and even neighbouring properties.

It’s already quite chilly at this time of the year, but inclement weather conditions characterized by high winds and frigid temperatures can lead to serious and costly problems for unprotected pipe systems. Any ice that forms in your pipes is a...

When people plan on cleaning their homes they may begin by giving their entire home a once over scrub. Steam cleaning the carpets may follow, and organizing closet space to maximize efficiency is a given. However, many people forget to clean their...

It goes without saying that the best way to deal with frozen pipes is to prevent them from freezing in the first place. However, many people in Canada will eventually have to deal with frozen pipes in the winter. If it happens to you then you will...

Every homeowner will have to deal with stubborn clogs every now and then. If you are dealing with a clogged drain that simply won't unclog no matter how many potent chemicals or elbow grease you throw at it, then you may be interested in a...