Paint Your PVC
Modern plumbing pipes are often comprised of plastic components. Plastic is a material that has an extremely long life, is durable, and affordable. It quickly became the material of choice for plumbing piping throughout the industry [...]
The Importance of Proper Fasteners and Hardware in Construction of Decks
The Importance of Proper Fasteners and Hardware in Construction of Decks According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), an estimated 20,000 deck collapses occur annually in the United States and approximately 6,500 people [...]
Underground Oil Tanks in Portland: Hidden Costs
Once a common form of heating in Portland, oil fueled furnaces have become largely replaced by gas and electricity as a primary source of heat. Oil furnaces required large amounts of oil to continue [...]
What are Zinsco electrical panels?
Zinsco (also known as Magnetrip, Sylvania, and Challenger) electrical panels are among the known types of electrical panels that are considered to be dangerous. Just like many other electrical panel manufacturers, the Zinsco brand [...]
How to Repair an Interior Main Water Shut off Valve
Shut off valves are an important part of a plumbing system and can save a home from a significant amount of damage if used at the right time. However, valves can leak, break, or [...]
Drainage Pipe Slope
Drainage pipes are an essential component of every home’s plumbing system. Drainage pipes are part of a home’s DWV (Drain Waste Vent) system and provide the avenue in which water and waste leave the [...]