The TRUTH About Drain Cleaners: Which Ones Actually Work?
If you’ve ever wrestled with a stubbornly clogged drain, you’ve likely reached for a quick fix in the form of a chemical drain cleaner. But do these products genuinely deliver on their promises? In this post, we put some of the most popular drain cleaners to the test—Drano, Liquid-Plumr, Green Gobbler, and “Clean Out”—to see […]
Plumbing Myths Busted: Separating Fact from Fiction
When it comes to plumbing, small misconceptions can create significant problems over time. A practice you believe is harmless, such as flushing all brands of wipes down the toilet, might lead to a big blockage in your home’s main line. Or that lemon you send through your garbage disposal could be damaging it more than […]
How to Detect a Slab Leak
A slab leak—any leak that occurs beneath a home’s foundation—can silently cause serious damage before you ever see a symptom. In this post, Roger Wakefield and Dustin Dewes (Tejas Plumbing) discuss the most common causes, how to detect leaks early, and the best repair strategies for both water and sewer lines. Why Slab Leaks Happen […]
FIX a Running Toilet (Canister Flush Style)
A constantly running toilet not only wastes water, it also hikes up your utility bills. If your toilet uses a canister flush valve (instead of the more common flapper), troubleshooting might seem more daunting at first. In reality, the fix can be straightforward. Below are the key steps to stop that incessant water flow. 1. […]
Replacing a Toilet Flange | Plumbing 101
Replacing a toilet flange isn’t always as simple as swapping out an old part for a new one. In the YouTube video “Replacing a Toilet Flange | Plumbing 101,” I walk through a real-life scenario: removing a failing flange, discovering potential cracks in the PVC, and installing a new, properly anchored flange. Below, you’ll get […]
