Some Like It Hot – But Safety Trumps Heat
Can tap water really cause serious burns? Yes. Most Brentwood hot water heaters are set to a temperature of 60°C (140° F). Water this hot can severely scald a child’s skin in just one second. A scald is a second-degree or third-degree burn caused by hot liquid or steam. Hot coffee, tea, soup and other [...]
Hammer Time! (Sorry MC – WATER Hammer)
Water hammer is a specific plumbing noise, not a generic name for pipe clatter. It occurs when you shut off the water suddenly and the fast-moving water rushing through the pipe is brought to a quick halt, creating a sort of shock wave and a hammering noise. Plumbing that’s properly installed has air chambers, or [...]
Pipes That Go Bump in the Night
Water flowing in pipes can cause all kinds of weird noises. We all know what water running through a pipe sounds like, but what about some of those other plumbing sounds – like creaks or cracking sounds, rattling, whistling and the most annoying or scary of them all, that loud banging noise? Let’s look at [...]
Take the Plunge
There are several different types of plungers available to clear partially or completely clogged drains, but all use basically the same principal. A plunger is used to create a positive or negative pressure inside the pipe to loosen the blockage and allow it to flow down the drain. As a first line of defense against [...]
Stainless Steel at Your Service
About Stainless Steel Sinks Stainless steel sinks aren’t “perfect”; no material is perfect for all conditions/situations. We are not aware of any material that is more durable and more “ideal” for sinks than quality stainless steel. Stainless steel sinks are made from nickel bearing stainless steel. The mellow satin surface is compatible with any décor [...]
Sorry – This Toilet Doesn’t Do Windows
Getting Caulky in Brentwood
What You’ll Need You’ll need to have these tools on hand to caulk bathroom fixtures in your Brentwood home: Putty or utility knife Strong household cleaner Clean rags Chlorine beach Silicone caulk or bathtub caulk Scissors Because tubs and sinks are used practically every day in your Brentwood home, the caulking between the fixture and [...]
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The ABCs of Garbage Disposal Repair
Garbage disposals offer Pittsburg homeowners and renters alike the convenience of ridding themselves of unwanted items quickly and easily. It’s a simple fix for various types of waste and a staple in most every Pittsburg home. But what happens if this handy device breaks down? In this article we will outline some simple plumbing tips [...]
We used Jeff at In Demand Plumbing for a leak under our kitchen sink. He was extremely professional and detailed. Jeff put booties on to protect my carpet and laid a big mat down on the kitchen floor. While fixing the leak he explained to me what he was doing. We will use In
