Guarding Against Legionella

Guarding Against Legionella

Legionella, a bacteria known for causing Legionnaires’ disease, can thrive in warm water environments, including hot water tanks. As homeowners, it’s crucial to implement preventive measures to curb the growth of Legionella and maintain a safe and healthy...
Guarding Against Legionella

Purpose of An Anode Rod

While your hot water tank may not be the most glamorous feature of your home, it plays a crucial role in delivering the comforts of warm showers and clean dishes. One often-overlooked component within this humble appliance is the anode rod. In this blog post,...
Guarding Against Legionella

Grease-Free Drains

A Guide to the Best Options for Clearing Grease Build-Up Grease build-up in drains is a common and stubborn issue that can lead to slow drainage, unpleasant odors, and even clogs. Choosing the right drain cleaning method is crucial for effectively tackling grease...
Guarding Against Legionella

Chlorine in Tap Water

For many Victoria, BC residents, the tap is the go-to source for daily hydration and household tasks. However, discussions surrounding the presence of chlorine in Victoria, BC tap water have prompted questions about its impact on health. In this blog post, we’ll...
How to Clean a Garburator

How to Clean a Garburator

How To Clean a Garburator A Guide to Garburator Care: Clear Choice Plumbing’s Tips for a Clean and Efficient Kitchen Waste Disposal Your kitchen’s garbage disposal, also known as a garburator, is a handy appliance that makes doing dishes a breeze. However, to...
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6 Ways To Conserve Water

Water conservation is a hot topic for a few different reasons which are mainly environmental and financial. While water conservation can be a national issue, there are small ways that you can make a difference on the local level throughout the Southern Vancouver...
How Water Heaters Work

How Water Heaters Work

Your hot water heater: you may not think about it at all until the day that it breaks and you need a hot water tank replacement! When most Southern Vancouver Island homeowners think about their water heater, they refer to the large metal cylinder in their basement or...
Guarding Against Legionella

Common Items That Clog Drains

There are few things that are more annoying than a clogged drain. Imagine you are trying to get yourself and your family ready for the day when you are faced with a sink that won’t drain, a toilet that will not flush, or a shower with a pool of water in the bottom. To...
Summer Victoria BC Plumbing Tips

Summer Victoria BC Plumbing Tips

Happy summer! It’s time to enjoy the sunshine and relax in Victoria, which means you don’t want to be dealing with unexpected plumbing disasters. Since the whole family may be home more often, there may be some extra stress on your plumbing. Keep your plumbing running...
4 Signs Your Drains Are Blocked

4 Signs Your Drains Are Blocked

Drainage issues occur in every Victoria & Duncan household, but it is not always easy to determine exactly where the problem is occurring. There are a number of reasons why drains can become blocked, and there are also a few ways to figure out if you have a...