FAQ

Water is part of everyday life; it is essential to everyone’s health. Unfortunately, not all water is of good quality. South Florida receives about 60 inches of rainfall a year, and groundwater is plentiful. However, rising sea levels threaten to turn drinking water salty, in some places the ocean has already made good on that […]

Most drains use a system called a “trap”. A trap is a piece of pipe that comes apart just below the drain point on your sink. It’s located at a low point in the system so that when you wash heavy items down the drain they often collect there. In a kitchen sink this is

The EnergyGuide label is important when shopping for an energy-efficient product.  The U.S. government requires manufacturer’s to affix the label to a variety of products to provide a way for consumers to compare the energy use of similar appliances. The label helps you understand and compare the estimated yearly operating cost based on the unit’s

Most of the time this random occurrence is a result of poor or no venting of the fixture.  Vents allow for air flow to the toilet sewage system.  Without the vent, air pockets form in the waste branches and can cause what is called back-siphonage.  Without a vent, the air in the system can only

The practice of closing off vents in parts of your home that aren’t being used in order to save money dates back to when homes were heated from a central location, like a fireplace.  Back then it worked.  Today homes are equipped with central heating and air conditioning systems, by closing off the parts of

When purchasing an air conditioner, heating system or heat pump, always ask about its efficiency rating. This rating will tell you how efficiently the unit uses fuel (gas, electricity or oil). More efficient equals lower utility bills! The most common efficiency ratings are: SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio): This ratio tells you the amount of

If there is a leak inside your home or you have a burst pipe you should first turn off your water supply at the main shutoff valve. If you do not have a main shutoff valve, or don’t know where it is located, you may turn off your water at your meter in an emergency

Yes!! Even though your system is new, it still needs to have annual maintenance performed. This will help keep the warranty in effect. Most all equipment manufacturers state in the terms of their warranty that a qualified technician must perform annual maintenance. Also, keeping your system maintained will give you assurance that it is operating

Several things can cause low water pressure. One problem could be the amount of water your local utility company is pumping out. Another is the age of your pipes and the amount of rust in them. Blockages and other restrictions in your pipes can also lower water pressure. Other considerations are: a partially closed or

If your system is old and inefficient, or the repairs are starting to increase in cost and frequency, you'll probably want to consider replacement.  Today, systems are as much as 60% more efficient than those systems manufactured as little as ten years ago. The savings you'll realize in monthly utility costs can help lower your