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Yes, there is a correct way to hang toilet paper

One of the biggest disagreements in modern families today is how to hang the toilet paper. How the roll hangs is right up there with whose turn it is to take out the trash or walk the dog one last time before going to bed.

The Way You Hang Your Roll Of Toilet Paper Says A Lot About You

How do you hang your toilet paper? Under the roll and closer to the wall? Or do you hang your toilet paper over the roll? Well, a new study suggests there [...]

5 tips for new renters this summer

There are a few things that many renters don’t realize they’re missing until after it’s too late. Here are five rental reminders before the next big move.

9 Top Tips for a Bathroom That Cleans Itself

No one wants to spend Sunday afternoon scrubbing the tub or toilet—but everyone still wants a clean bathroom. Don't worry! Dealing with a dirty bathroom doesn't have to take hours. Try these 9 tips to keep your bathroom looking fresh for longer, with way less work.

10 beginner plumbing tips everyone should know

Hey guys! We actually just got back from 10 days away, up to Maine visiting family and completely unwinding without cell or internet for a few of those days. Sorry for the crickets in the comments and on social media. Speaking of crickets, we didn’t really see much wildlife on our vacation (that transition works, right?), which is a bummer because I was really hoping to see a moose because I haven’t for many years and everyone has been talking about seeing a…

Why There Are Diamonds on Tape Measures

In a perfect world, you could use the red marks to identify the placement of the studs. To locate a center between the studs, simply find the black diamond.

3 People Who Shouldn't Touch Your HVAC

Has your home's HVAC system malfunctioned? Learn why you should call certified professionals for service and who you shouldn't ask to service your system.

How to Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing

Why do frozen pipes often lead to major problems for home and business owners? Water has a unique property in that it expands as it freezes.

7 tips to prevent your plumbing from crapping out on you

You can delay the dreaded day you need to call the plumber by following these helpful maintenance tips.

Reasons Your Drains May Smell Bad

No homeowner wants to think about stinky drains, but the simple truth is that it happens. Your drains remove a wide variety of items and materials, and if there is enough build-up on the inside of the piping, you may end up with a stinky drain. There are a few reasons why drains can become…

2 Plumbing Problems You Shouldn't Ignore

Leaving this type of problem untreated can have serious and expensive consequences in the form of significant water damage.

Hygienic drain design, sanitisers and drain management

James Marsden from Kansas State University put some questions to Brett Ira, Key Account Manager at ACO Group, to further explain hygienic drain design

Cooking for the holidays? Defend your drains

Chelmsford Plumbing Tip: What You Can Do to Prevent Problems in Your Drains

When you look at your Chelmsford home's drain, it seems fairly simple. You pour things down and they disappear into the ether, never to be seen again. Of course, that logic goes out the window the second the drain starts to backup or overflow.

Water companies offer tips on how to avoid frozen pipes

NORRISTOWN >> The adage, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” applies as much to frozen water pipes in your home as it does to general preparations for winter weather.