Why Use a Garbage Disposer? by Go Green Plumbing
Why Install a Garbage Disposer? Do you have a garbage disposer installed in your kitchen sink? Garbage disposer units are in about 50% of American homes. If you don’t you might be wondering why you should think about installing one in your home. The garbage disposer fits into the sink between the drain and […]
Spring Fertilization by Go Green Plumbing
When and How to Fertilize Spring is a great time to think about fertilizing your lawn to ensure you have a lush, thick green carpet in the spring and summer. So, what do you need to know about your options? First, you’ll need to make some decisions about what products to use – liquid versus […]
Saving Water with Every Flush by Go Green Plumbing
Saving Water with Every Flush Want to save water? About 45% of your total water usage is in the bathroom, and nearly 27% is in the toilet alone! Older toilets can use up to seven gallons per flush, while the most efficient ones use only 1.28 gallons per flush. That is an annual difference for […]
Cleaning Woodwork by Go Green Plumbing
Cleaning Woodwork Baseboards and intricate wood trim just seem to be a magnet for dust and dirt in even the cleanest homes. Given that white is a popular trim color, it is not that surprising that it shows every little speck of dust. Do you ever wonder if there is an easier way? While it […]
What to Flush, What Not to Flush by Go Green Plumbing
What to Flush, What Not to Flush I think we’ve all had that same question at one point in our life – is this really flushable? So many products now claim to be flushable – baby wipes, feminine hygiene products, etc. But what should you do to protect your pipes? Rest assured, we have answers. […]
Could Your Trees be in Your Drain? by Go Green Plumbing
Is Your Drain Running Slow? It Could be Your Trees? Have you noticed that your drains just aren’t running as fast as they used to? Does it take a while for the sink to drain just a little water? It could be a culprit you may not think of – your trees. While we […]
Dishwasher Working Too Hard? by Go Green Plumbing
Is Your Dishwasher Working Harder Than Necessary? There are a few simple things that you can do to extend the life of your dishwasher and save you some dough. These tips are a great way to get started: Always load your dishwasher according to the manufacturer’s directions – it gets your dishes the cleanest […]
Clean Gutters Save Roofs by Go Green Plumbing
Clean your Gutters to Keep Your Roof in Shape Maybe you haven’t thought about your gutters since the leaves started dropping in October, but now is the time to think about those gutters and what they do to protect your home. We often think about cleaning our gutters when it is obvious that they […]
Leaky Sink by Go Green Plumbing
Oh No! A Leak Under the Sink! You go to brush your teeth one Sunday night and you find that your bathroom floor is covered in water. What do you do? Wait – there is more water coming from inside the cabinet. Now what do you do?! First, grab a bucket (or in a […]
Getting a Handle on Home Organization
Do you have a junk drawer that catches everything? How about message boards littered with post cards, coupons, take out menus and random slips of paper with important information? Do you ever struggle to find what you need? Why not create a home binder with all the information you need right at your fingertips. First, […]
