Plumbing Tips from Mike Wilson
Quick Tips for Homeowners
Nothing beats asking a certified master plumber like Mike Wilson to visit your home to see what’s going wrong.
However, we also know that every homeowner can benefit from a few tips on what they can do themselves to keep their pipes flowing.
Plumbing Topics We Talk About
On this blog, you can find topics from Mike Wilson about:
- Plumbing Emergencies
- Plumbing Preparedness
- Garbage Disposals
- Water Heaters
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PEX Methods, Fittings & Tools
It is important for homeowners and business owners to understands not only the benefits of PEX, but the differences in methods, fittings and tools. Knowing this information, can help save time and money when it comes to picking a certified, experienced residential and...
PEX Benefits and The History of Cross-Linked Polyethylene
PEX Benefits & History Before we learn about PEX Benefits and history, what is the PEX? PEX is a form of polyethylene with cross-links. It can be formed into tubing, and is used in building services pipework systems, heating and cooling systems, domestic water...
Accessible Bathroom Design
Aging affects all of us throughout our lives, whether it's caring for our aging family members, or caring for ourselves, the time comes when our home poses dangerous situations to our health and safety. The limitations caused by inaccessible bathroom fixtures, showers...
Stainless Steel – The Safe, Reliable, Cost Effective Pipe Solution
Iron pipe was the primary pipe installation choice for water heaters and furnaces in the United States for decades. Iron piping, however, caused gas explosion deaths to rise. This led associations like the American Gas Association (AGA) and the Gas Research Institute...
Backflow: Devices and Installation
Backflow refers to the process of contaminated water that reverses back into the building source. The building source can include any cause that has significantly changed system pressure. This includes frozen pipes that have burst water main lines or a sudden increase...
Sink Types and Faucet Designs
Sinks and faucets come in all different shapes and styles. The existing bathroom in your home may not be your idea of “stylish”. Your bathroom may become an eye sore, and a source of stress when trying to navigate the different types of sink and faucets....
Basement Plumbing – What You Should Know
Believe it or not, modern home plumbing works a lot like the plumbing of the olden days. With the exception of electricity pumping water into water towers, the water flows into our homes the same way it always has- gravity. Basement plumbing, being underground, can...
Press Technology Revolutionizing Plumbing
Mike Wilson Plumbing has partnered with Viega ProPress to bring you the latest technology in plumbing, Press Technology. By utilizing Viega ProPress, Mike Wilson Plumbing is providing customers with the fastest, most reliable way to join copper tube. Viega...
Is Your Toilet Flushing Slowly?
Is your toilet flushing slowly? Do you need to call a plumber? There a few things you can check first to determine if an experienced plumber is needed to resolve this common problem. For all your plumbing needs in Richmond and surrounding areas, Call Mike Wilson...
Impacts of New Water Heater Regulations
New water heater efficiency regulations taking effect April 16, 2015 are impacting homeowners in Midlothian and Chesterfield. They also affect plumbers, contractors, designers and engineers. The regulations require higher energy factor (EF) ratings on almost all...
Drain Your Water Heater
Most consumers only think about their water heater when it stops working. To extend the life of it, you should drain the tank annually to remove any sediment that may have built up inside. Below are steps to drain your water heater and ensure it continues to work...
Advantages and Disadvantages of Tankless Water Heaters
Purchasing a new water heater can be a daunting task for your wallet. If you're considering making the switch to tankless water heaters, you should carefully weigh the advantages and disadvantages. Advantages Most units come with a federal tax rebate of $300. They...
Avoiding Christmas Plumbing Disasters
During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, Christmas parties, large family meals and frequent visitors can often cause plumbing disasters to occur. An overload of food and grease can cause strain on your kitchen drain and disposal. Additional house guests...
5 Prevention Tips Before A Plumbing Emergency Happens
Preparing for winter can save you money and time during an already stressful holiday season. One way to prepare for winter is to have information about the plumbing system in your house. You should know the inner workings of your home in case there is a home...
Holiday Emergency Plumbing Tips
The holidays are approaching and everyone is spending time with friends and family. What happens if there's a plumbing emergency? If you're not prepared, it may ruin the gathering you took pains to prepare. So, here are some emergency plumbing tips to alleviate the...
Tips and Techniques for Preventing and Fixing Frozen Pipes
The best way to ensure that your pipes do not freeze when cold temperatures arrive is to be informed and prepare the pipes long before they freeze. Pipes tend to be vulnerable to bursting because standing water expands as it freezes during the cold winter. When...
Home Winterizing Top 3 Tips
With winter weather approaching, homeowners need to start preparing their plumbing to withstand the cold temperatures. Preparing will prevent plumbing damage, and will allow the home system to work more efficiently during the winter months. The three most...
Why Does My Toilet Bowl Empty Slowly?
Everyone has toilet bowl problems, from time to time. It's the nature of the beast. There are many questions and concerns with this dilemma. To that end, here are a few tips on how to handle the problem. Toilet Fix #1: Identify the Problem First things first,...
How Long Does a Hot Water Heater Last?
Did you know that most people don't give their water heater one thought until it stops working? It's true. Many just view it as a giant statue hanging in the corner. When it stops working, however, we scramble to fix it fast. Any shutdown disturbs our daily routines....
Four Plumbers Professional Tools
In our line of work as professional plumbers, we need to use various specialized plumbing tools. Many plumbers' professional tools you may not have seen before. Our toolboxes are categorized according to a variety of needs. We have tools for sinks and faucets,...