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What Is A Sewer Scope Inspection? (Complete Guide)

inspector completing a sewer scope inspection in tampa bay fl

When you are purchasing a home, you will typically run into the home inspection. However, you might not have heard of the sewer scope inspection before. So, what is a sewer scope inspection? In short, it’s when a technician runs a camera through your sewers to check for damage and leaks. While a sewer scope […]

What To Do About Water Heater Leaking (Complete Guide)

Water Heater Leaking

Water heater life expectancy is about 8-12 years. However, your water heater can start leaking before then. In this post, we are going to cover the complete guide on what to do if you have a water heater leaking. Why Does My Water Heater Leak? The most common reasons for water heater leaking are age […]

How to Repair PVC Pipe in the Ground

Broken PVC pipe

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Disadvantages of Pex Plumbing

pex pipe

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Whirlpool Water Heater Age: How To Find Year of Manufacture

Whirlpool Water Heater - Looking for the label to find the water heater age

Use this guide below to find the age of your Whirlpool Water Heater. For additional questions, comment below. Related Article: Water Heater Lifespan Whirlpool Water Heater Age The age of the water heater can be determined by reading the serial number. The serial number can be found on the label of the water heater. The […]

Leaking Kitchen Sink Drain: How to Fix It

Leaking kitchen sink drain: How to fix it

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What Is Polybutylene?

Polybutylene with copper stub outs

Polybutylene is a type of plastic-resin plumbing used as supply piping in homes from 1978 to 1995. Polybutylene was installed in about 6 to 10 million homes, mostly in the sun-belt area, but also near the mid-Atlantic and the Pacific-Northwest States. While Polybutylene had many benefits like cost and ease of install, claims of cracking/leaking […]

What Is A Water Hammer?

Bursting Pipes

A water hammer could be a startling event and cause damage to your home if a pipe were to burst. However, it can be a relatively easy repair depending on your circumstances. Let’s dive into what exactly is water hammering, the causes, and how you can fix your water hammering. What Is Water Hammering? Water […]

Why You Need a Sewer Scope Inspection

Black on supply lines from Chinese drywall

When we walk into the yard of a home, we have no idea what is happening underground. A sewer scope inspection is a great way to see if there are any issues. These inspections run about $150-275. Using a specialized camera, a professional can tell you if there are any issues, and hopefully tell you […]

Pinhole Leaks in Copper Pipes

Pinhole Leak in Copper Pipe

If you have heard of the term “pinhole leak”, this is often referred to as the pinhole leaks that can occur in copper pipes. Pinhole leaks occur when the water corrodes through the copper pipe and creates a small hole. Copper pipes are supposed to have a lifespan of 70 years, according to InterNachi, but […]