Andy Kaplan - Articles

My Pipes are Always Rattling, Should I Call a Plumber?

If you’ve ever experienced the pipes in your house rattling when you turn your water off, you aren’t alone. Rattling pipes are referred to as water hammer. Read

By: Andy Kaplan | 23/06/2008 | DIY

My Water Smells Like Rotten Eggs, What Should I Do?

If you’ve turned on your water faucet, only to find that your water smells like rotten eggs, you aren’t alone. This is also a common occurrence for those who are on well water as well. Read

By: Andy Kaplan | 16/06/2008 | DIY

Yard Drains

Yard drains require proper maintenance and regular checks to make sure they are operating correctly. These drains serve to prevent flooding… Read

By: Andy Kaplan | 08/04/2008 | Home Improvement

Bathroom Remodeling

If you have a bathroom remodeling project in mind, you will want to remember one thing, the plumbing. If you are re-routing your plumbing or upgrading the pipes and fixtures, you might consider a plumber to save some time and have the job done correctly. Many do-it-yourself bathroom remodeling projects result in leaky pipes, improper materials and frustration. If you are planning to do the project yourself, you still want a plumber to come in and do the piping. Read

By: Andy Kaplan | 15/02/2008 | Home Improvement

Basement Waterproofing

If you have a problem with a leaky basement, you will want to stop the problem as soon as possible. Basement waterproofing is not so much a science as it is a technique. You need the proper equipment and supplies to ensure that the leakage is stopped permanently. Doing this work yourself could end up costing you more money than you’d spend having a professional do it. Read

By: Andy Kaplan | 01/02/2008 | Home Improvement

Backflow Preventers

Backflow Preventers work just as their name implies; they prevent backflow. When water flows from a source, it typically has chemicals added to ensure that the water is clean and free from bacteria or other hazardous material. However, when water leaves a purified source, and flows back into its original direction, it will become polluted and contaminated. Backflow Preventers are critical in preventing this process. Read

By: Andy Kaplan | 10/01/2008 | Home Improvement