Plumbing Articles
It wasn’t you. Your spouse isn’t home, and the dog is in the other room. So what is it you smell, and where is it coming from? If the funky odor you smell seems to gravitate from the bathroom or near another sink or faucet, the culprit may be your sewer pipes. Sewer odors are…
Plumbing emergencies may seem like spontaneous events that happen without warning, but that’s not always the case. They typically start as minor issues that grow bigger over time. As the plumbing problem balloons, it offers clues about the nature of the impending emergency. A slow drip can become a gush of water. A sluggish drain…
You pour yourself a glass of water, crystal clear and seemingly refreshing. But what if your water is not as pure as it looks? What if, lurking within that seemingly innocent glass of water, are microscopic particles of plastic, remnants of industrial waste, or even traces of harmful chemicals? The truth is, while we often…
You’re going about your typical morning routine when you hear it—a bubbling in your pipes. Did bubbling just come from the toilet? Is that a bad sign? Unfortunately, yes. Bubbling or gurgling in your toilet (or, honestly, from any pipe) can indicate a plumbing issue. Sometimes, it’s a simple one, like a minor clog that…
Considering a tankless water heater for your home? You have several options: Install one heater that serves all of your fixtures that require hot water. It heats water for your entire home. Choose smaller point-of-use water heaters, placing them at every faucet, shower head, and water-using appliance. These units will heat fewer gallons per minute…
Your , basement is flooded and filled with water. Now what? Whether it’s from a sudden storm, a sewer backup, or a burst pipe, a flooded basement can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare. The good news? You’re not alone—and help is just a phone call away because leaks, floods, and plumbing problems can be stressful…
When was the last time you thought about your , home’s sewer line? If your answer is “never” or “rarely,” you’re not alone—many homeowners don’t consider it until a problem arises. At , we understand how important your plumbing system is to your daily comfort. Your main sewer line is a crucial part of that…
When was the last time you thought about your plumbing? If you’re like most , homeowners, it’s probably only when something goes wrong—a leaky faucet, a clogged drain, or worse, a burst pipe. But what if you could catch issues before they turned into emergencies? That’s where a plumbing inspection comes in! A professional plumbing…
Scheduling an annual plumbing inspection with Field Plumbing & Heating will provide insight into the condition and lifespan of your pipes.
It’s bound to happen to Coloma homeowners sooner or later—a clogged drain. Although clogged drains are often a nuisance, they can many times be managed at home with inexpensive solutions.
Our Field Plumbing & Heating team would like to arm you with all the information you need to understand this common issue, take the necessary precautions against frozen pipes, and know what to do in the case of burst pipes.
Whether it’s a clogged toilet or a slow-running drain, plumbing problems are never fun. With the growing do-it-yourself mentality and the access to a great deal of how-to information online, it can be tempting to try to resolve your plumbing issues on your own.
Indoor plumbing is one of those things we all take for granted—that is, until we lose that convenience due to a plumbing problem. When plumbing issues inevitably arise, knowing what to do and who to call can drastically reduce the stress and difficulty of the situation. Even if you don’t have a leaky faucet or a clogged drain on your hands at this moment, it’s still a good idea to know what to do if and when such a problem happens.