Is your water bill more than expected? When your bill is higher than normal, it’s important to track down the cause and correct it as soon as possible. Let’s look at the top reasons for a high water bill, and what you can do: 1: Leaky/Running Toilets Toilets account for about a third of water use for the average home. A running or leaky toilet can waste up to a staggering 24,000 litres per month and add hundreds to a water bill. 2: Leaky Faucets & Fixtures Leaky faucet fixt...

As a business owner, property manager or landlord, you have to act quickly and decisively when it comes to repairs and maintenance in your building systems. Plumbing is plumbing, right? While some of the principles and skills needed are similar, there is a big difference on the commercial side with its public spaces, building complexes, and high rises. This is much more extensive and sophisticated work and is much more demanding than residential plumbing.  Commercial plumbers are a...

Winter is here, and we just recently experienced a cyclone bomb that mostly affected the US with cold temps, lots of snow and wind. Are your home’s pipes able to withstand any sudden changes or lower than usual temperatures? As plumbers, we are particularly focused on the potential problems that could occur to your pipes during the coldest months of the year.  Frozen indoor pipes The simplest method of preventing your indoor pipes from freezing is to make sure you maintain an...

It’s 2023 and we’re all ready to set new goals and break some of those old habits. At PipeMasters & Oakridge Plumbing, we reflect on the year that was and how we can continue to deliver reliable and trusted services for your home and business. We’re also committed to sharing information and changes in the industry to keep you informed about how to get the best value from plumbing services that you may need in an emergency, to renovate or to maintain your system. Here ar...

Dishwasher clogged? No longer draining? Is there leftover water at the bottom after a cycle is complete? There can be a number of reasons why a dishwasher won’t drain, let’s look at some quick troubleshooting steps. Ultimately, you may need a plumber or repairman, but check these things first: 1. Check for a blocked/clogged filter Make sure there’s nothing blocking the sump—located near the rear of the dishwasher—or the bottom part of the tub. If you find more t...

The hot water heater is a critical part of your home’s plumbing system. Whether you’re taking a shower or washing dishes, your water heater is providing you with hot water on-demand. You use it multiple times each day. When it stops working, you’ll notice right away. Water heater problems can be the result of a number of things. Maybe it’s a lack of hot water—you run out just a few minutes into your shower. Or it might be inconsistency—some days, the water...

Season’s Greetings from the entire team at PipeMasters & Oakridge Plumbing Ontario Limited. We sincerely wish you a happy, healthy and safe holiday season, and all the best for 2023! Have a fun-filled Christmas. We’re here to help if you need any assistance during the holidays, including 24/7 emergency services: info@pipemasters.ca or (289) 404-9063. PipeMasters is part of Oakridge Plumbing Ontario Ltd. All Right Reserved. ...

Make the most of your budget during these tough times. Our PipeMasters team takes pride in offering seniors in our community a discount as a way to help them make ends meet. We care about our seniors that have been the builders of the society we live in. Without them, our communities would not have succeeded as they have. It is our own small way to show them how much they are respected and acknowledged by our team. We welcome all our seniors to book our services and fix all their plumbing iss...

Winter is here, and it can wreak havoc on your plumbing. This is especially true if you are going away for a vacation and your home will be vacant during that time. As plumbers, we are particularly focused on the potential problems that could occur to your pipes and plumbing systems during the coldest months of the year. A few tips on how you can avoid an emergency plumbing situation this winter. Think warmth The simplest method of preventing your indoor pipes from freezing is to make sure...

Today we're all facing higher costs due to renewed inflation and other factors. This makes watching the bottom line even more important, especially for commercial property owners and managers. When it comes to taking care of your plumbing needs, you have two choices. You can use a professional commercial plumber, an ordinary plumber or a handyman. There are many reasons why you should go with a professional commercial plumber over a handyman, but here we will discuss the top rea...