Don't Flush 'Flushable' Wipes and Other Tips From Plumbers

There are few things more annoying than a plumbing problem. You don't realize just how good we've got it with indoor plumbing until your sink's drain slows to a drizzle or your toilet starts overflowing. "Hair, grease, food scraps, you name it," said Al Fagundes, founder and CEO at A. Fagundes Plumbing and Heating. "It ends up causing a blockage." Plumbing issues are common and often go unaddressed for far too long. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average household wastes nearly 10,000 gallons of water every year due to leaks alone. Just imagine every drop of water adding up on your utility bill. Now, you might think that addressing plumbing issues requires an expert and that you'll have to fork out hundreds if not thousands of dollars for their time and labor. First of all, here's a little spoiler alert: Performing maintenance costs way less and saves you lots of money down the line. But secondly, many common problems can be addressed with some simple to ... Read full article.