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Water Conservation
Beginner's Guide to Home Water Conservation
Tuesday, January 12, 2016 1:25 PM
About 1.8 billion gallons of freshwater is taken from New York's rivers, lakes, and groundwater for public use each year. As New York's population increases, so does the demand for freshwater. Due in part to the increased demand, the average water bill in New York has doubled over the past decade....
Fixtures
Bathrooms Around the World
Thursday, February 12, 2015 12:54 PM
Bathrooms Around the WorldAs you have repaired (or hired a plumber to repair) the toilet, tub, etc. in your bathroom, you probably learned how these fixtures work. However, you're in for a new experience when you travel outside of the United States.You might think that an action as basic as going ...
Innovative Designs
Big Ideas for Small Bathrooms
Thursday, December 11, 2014 1:22 PM
Big Ideas for Small BathroomsThere are many advantages of renting or buying a smaller home. Small homes are easier to clean and cheaper to maintain. But with small homes come big headaches. Where you save on expenses and chores, you lose square footage.And often, one of the smallest rooms in your ...
Innovative Designs
Big Ideas for Small Bathrooms
Thursday, December 11, 2014 1:13 PM
Big Ideas for Small BathroomsThere are many advantages of renting or buying a smaller home. Small homes are easier to clean and cheaper to maintain. But with small homes come big headaches. Where you save on expenses and chores, you lose square footage.And often, one of the smallest rooms in your ...
Water Conservation
Beginner's Guide to Home Water Conservation
Wednesday, December 3, 2014 1:15 PM
About 1.8 billion gallons of freshwater is taken from New York's rivers, lakes, and groundwater for public use each year. As New York's population increases, so does the demand for freshwater. Due in part to the increased demand, the average water bill in New York has doubled over the past decade....
Plumbing
The Next Generation of Plumbing
Saturday, October 25, 2014 12:26 PM
​As long as people want to enjoy the modern conveniences of running water and basic sanitary amenities, there will be a plumbing industry.However, the recent slump in the economy and the housing market had negative effects on this industry. Homeowners put off certain repairs or attempted to take ...
Plumbing
The Next Generation of Plumbing
Saturday, October 25, 2014 12:17 PM
As long as people want to enjoy the modern conveniences of running water and basic sanitary amenities, there will be a plumbing industry.However, the recent slump in the economy and the housing market had negative effects on this industry. Homeowners put off certain repairs or attempted to take ...
Heating
Are You Being “Smart†with Your Thermostat?
Friday, October 3, 2014 12:28 PM
In 1885, the thermostat was introduced as an automatic system that controlled the temperature in a home. When the heat dropped below a certain point, a pulley system would open the furnace door and push air into the fire regulating the warmth.Since that time, we've improved this technology. ...
Fixtures
Choosing a Plumbing Fixture: What Plumbers Look For
Thursday, August 21, 2014 12:20 PM
It's time to choose a new plumbing fixture, whether it's for a new home, a remodel, or a fixture replacement. But there are many characteristics to consider. How do you decide which product is best?You may be most interested in appearance and cost and decide to simplify the process by relying on ...