The Science Behind Hard Water The hardness of a water reflects its overall calcium ions (Ca ++ ) and magnesium (Mg ++ ) content. Hard water is a water laden with limestone. Water that tends to deposit scaling in your appliances, clog pipes in the house and overuse soap and detergents. Its usually not wanted [...]
Tankless water heaters insatlled next to each other. When it comes to saving money on your monthly utility expenses, every dollar counts. Many of us try our best to do so by conserving the amount of water we are using, shortening our hot showers, and turning our house temperature down when it gets [...]
A lot of our clients living in outlying areas surrounding Guelph, and their homes are serviced by well water. […]
I get asked fairly often about the pros and cons of buying a one-piece water softener. In short, I prefer the alternative. In general, I believe two-piece water softeners are a better option, and here’s why. […]
There is so much to be excited about when you buy a new home, but there is also, typically, a lot to learn. Acquiring a basic knowledge of the mechanics of your Guelph home – things like plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems – is a good idea. […]
Everyone is looking for ways to keep costs down these days. If you’ve got a project that requires the services of a Guelph plumber, there are a few ways you can help to keep your costs minimized. One of them: Be prepared! […]
Unfortunately, as a Guelph plumber I hear frequent complaints about dubious door-to-door sales pitches involving sales reps who supposedly need to check your water heater. I hate to hear of people getting ripped off. This is a scam, and it goes like this: […]
Everyone is looking to reduce expenses these days, and I get it. But with plumbing, as with pretty much everything in life, there is a time for handling the job yourself – and a time for calling in an expert. […]
While soft water is not everyone’s cup of tea, I will say that the majority of people I meet with in the course of my plumbing and water treatment business do indeed prefer soft water. […]
