Water Overload in the Yard by Go Green Plumbing
Ever notice that when it rains you suddenly have ponds or rivers around your house, yard or landscape? These areas might be fun for the kids or your pets to play in, but they can mean trouble for your home, grass and landscaped areas. So, why does all that water hang around? As with so […]
Cleaning with natural, home-made household cleaners by Go Green Plumbing
Recently we discussed some of the problems with using harsh household cleaners. So, if we want to use less harmful cleaners, where do we find them or can we make them ourselves? All we need to do is take a short step back in time to see what our mothers and our grandmothers used for […]
Household Cleaners: Taking Control of Their Impact on You, Your Home and Environment
It’s no secret that we all enjoy living in a clean, germ-free home. That’s why we’re always looking for household cleaners that will effectively disinfect surfaces and keep our homes free of harmful organisms while removing dust and big and small stains. But beware. Many household cleaners can also negatively impact your family’s health and […]
The Joys of Outdoor Fountains by Go Green Plumbing
Are you a fan of outdoor fountains? Ever wondered about where to put one at your home? What about outside in a garden area? If you’re like me, you love your garden. And, if you’re an avid gardener, I’m sure you’re also a lover of the creatures that visit our gardens, such as birds, bees […]
Freshen Your Garbage Disposal
Do you have a funky smell coming from around your sink? Does it get especially bad overnight? You may need to freshen up your garbage disposal. Food and gunk can collect in the intricate pieces that make up the disposal and lead to some pretty significant odors. So, how can you brighten that up and […]
How to Choose a Dishwasher
Choosing a dishwasher is much easier (and a lot more fun) than in the past! In the past, there were very limited options. You basically could only choose which color you wanted. Now, options are endless it seems. Options include traditional dishwashers with basically just a “start” feature and to high-end options with sleek and […]
Plumbing Leaks Can Make Pests Feel Welcome
Plumbing leaks may seem like a nuisance problem that can ‘just wait’. However, did you know that water leaks can also attract pests? Just like all animals, cockroaches and mice need three basic things – shelter, food and water. In fact, they can go without food for an extended period of time, but just days […]
When Should You Replace Your Sump Pump?
If you have a basement with sump pump, you have likely spent the last few months worrying about its stability in the face of the heavy rains we’ve had lately. So, how do you know when it is time to replace your sump pump? There are a few key tip offs that the time is […]
Noisy Faucets – What to do!
Do you have a faucet that is absolutely driving you up a wall with the noise it makes? Maybe it is a high pitched squeal or screech. You’ve probably tried to ignore it – after all, maybe it will go away on its own – right? Unfortunately, it likely won’t go away on its […]
Does Your Economy Setting Really Save You Money?
If you have purchased a water heater, dishwasher, dryer or washing machine recently, you have probably seen that most models contain a setting that promises more economical operation. In fact, most of these appliances purport to save you money through decreased water consumption as well as lowered electrical or gas use. But, does it really […]
