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Technology and convenience are key factors influencing fixture design as well as installations, making your home much more functional, economical and stylish. Why not have a practical and personalized experience? Homeowners, young and old alike, are driving the demand for these more stylish  “smart” fixtures in both the bathroom and kitchen. In addition, COVID-19 has accelerated the installation of touchless fixtures and smart technologies in both residential and commer...

Kitchens and bathrooms are the life of your house. Spring time in Canada often is renovating season, where projects to upgrade kitchens, bathrooms and living spaces is at the forefront. Unfortunately, some of these projects will come across unexpected issues during demolition that will add on to the costs and necessities of the job. Plumbing concerns are frequently among these unexpected issues that don’t get noticed until the demolition process. Here are a few examples of plumbing iss...

Are you getting ready to introduce the comfort and relaxation of a hot tub into your life? Installing a hot tub at home can be a big undertaking. While some hot tubs are “plug and play” models that don’t require much in the way of plumbing, others are a bit more complicated. Whether you’ve built a hot tub yourself or you want to enjoy the ease and convenience that comes with linking your hot tub up to your home’s plumbing, here are the steps you should take. Col...

Living with hard water is a hassle! Not only is hard water hard on your clothes, it also negatively affects your hair and makes it harder for you to clean dishes and fixtures around the house. Softening your water is the only way to get rid of hard water and the headaches that come with it. But, like most plumbing upgrades, it’ll come at a cost. Wondering whether you should invest in a water softener? Here are just five of the benefits you’ll enjoy when you have soft water in you...

Time for a new water heater? You may be wondering about tankless vs traditional tank heaters and which one is the right one for you. Both have their advantages and disadvantages – it’s all about what’s right for you.  You probably are familiar with that big tank of hot water in your basement, it is always on to keep your tank of 30-60 gallons of water hot and ready. Tankless heaters produce hot water only when you turn on the faucet, start a cycle on the washing machin...

Rust stains are unsightly and can make an otherwise clean sink or tub appear dirty and neglected. Rust stains can be challenging to remove and may become permanent over time. Possible causes include your plumbing system or water supply. Keeping them in check requires regular cleaning with the right types of products. All-purpose bathroom cleaners will not remove rust stains effectively, and chlorine bleach might cause the stains to become permanent. The team from PipeMasters has some &n...

Is there anything as disappointing as stepping into what should be a refreshingly hot shower and instead, getting low water pressure that makes it feel like you’re just standing in the rain? Water pressure problems are something many homeowners deal with in varying degrees of severity. Whether your water pressure changes depending on who’s using the plumbing or it’s always low, you deserve better.  If your water pressure is low, there are some simple things you can do ...

The second in a two-part series on renovating your home. You've got the contractor all set. Your design is finalized. You're in the final stages of preparation before work finally begins on your new bathroom renovation project, and you're probably feeling excited to see the end result. But before the work begins, it's important to take some final steps to make sure you and your household are prepared for the job. Here are a few simple steps you should take to make sure you...