Drain Cleanouts 101

Drain Cleanouts 101

Cleanouts are an integral part of plumbing systems to help prevent unexpected plumbing issues. You can identify cleanouts by their caps; they come in different sizes and styles depending on the type of plumbing system. Typically, mainline cleanouts are more extensive...
What To Do When Your Dishwasher Starts To Smell

What To Do When Your Dishwasher Starts To Smell

Dishwashers are a great appliance around the house, but like all other household appliances, they require maintenance. Your dishwasher helps simplify after-dinner cleanup, which is why regular cleanings are recommended. If you notice a foul smell coming from your...
What to do When Your Kitchen Sink Backs Up

What to do When Your Kitchen Sink Backs Up

Home plumbing issues can be a handful, especially in the kitchen. If you are experiencing issues with your kitchen sink not draining, draining slowly, or giving off an odor, it may be time to see what’s happening. Here are a few steps the experts at Affordable Service...
Why the Shower Head Drips

Why the Shower Head Drips

If your shower head drips when the water is turned off, it can create an annoying sound but it can also add quite a bit to the cost of your water bill. One estimate for just 30 drips per minute calculates to 1,000 gallons of water in a month, which could increase your...
How To Change Out Your Garbage Disposal

How To Change Out Your Garbage Disposal

We’ve covered the do’s and don’ts of your garbage disposal, but let’s talk about how you can change out your garbage disposal. No amount of taking care of your garbage disposal can prolong the life of it, and changing out your garbage disposal isn’t as daunting...