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Why Does My Kitchen Sink Smell?

You walk into your house to discover a lingering, unpleasant scent. You take out the garbage, check the refrigerator for expired food, spray some deodorant...but the smell is still there. You search everywhere to discover the source of the stench, only to be taken aback when you realize it's your kitchen sink! Fortunately, you are not doomed to a smelly food preparation area.

Yes, there is a correct way to hang toilet paper

One of the biggest disagreements in modern families today is how to hang the toilet paper. How the roll hangs is right up there with whose turn it is to take out the trash or walk the dog one last time before going to bed.

Plumber Tips: Plumbing Repair Secrets From Experts

Plumbers give us the scoop on the main culprit for clogged pipes, tips on do-it-yourself plumbing repair, and more!

Toilet Paper Advice for Septic Tanks

Septic tanks function better when you select a toilet paper that is safe for use in, or especially made for use with a septic system. This is a guide containing toilet paper advice for septic tanks.

10 beginner plumbing tips everyone should know

Hey guys! We actually just got back from 10 days away, up to Maine visiting family and completely unwinding without cell or internet for a few of those days. Sorry for the crickets in the comments and on social media. Speaking of crickets, we didn’t really see much wildlife on our vacation (that transition works, right?), which is a bummer because I was really hoping to see a moose because I haven’t for many years and everyone has been talking about seeing a…

Sulfur in your Water (Rotten Egg Smell)

The most common way to diagnose a contamination of sulfur or hydrogen sulfate in your home is the smell. To that end, there are simple steps you can take to eliminate this from your faucets.Determine the SourceYour first order of business is to find the source -- in your drain, or in your water

Should I Replace or Repair the Water Heater?

Read on to determine if you should replace or repair your water heater.

Why You Should Have Your Backflow Prevention Device Inspected Annually

If you’ve ever had the misfortune of experiencing backflow, you know how important a backflow prevention device is to keeping your home sanitary. Backflow is when a sudden change in pressure causes sewer water to flow backwards into your home, contaminating your plumbing pipes and requiring the whole network to be cleaned out.

Here are 4 signs your old water heater is in trouble

Is your old water heater on its last legs? Here are four signs that your water heater is in trouble and needs to be replaced. Call Air Control for water heater services.

Steps to Take When Flushing Out a Tankless Water Heater

Regularly flushing out tankless water heaters is highly recommended. This gets rid of buildup, scale and removes contaminants. Alongside other maintenance tasks (i.e. corrosion protection), flushing this device can make your heater last longer and reduce operational and maintenance costs.

The Benefits of Flushing Your Water Heater

Replacing a water heater is a costly task. However, by learning how to flush it out may save you time and money of replacing it with a new one.

How Hard Is It To Install A Water Heater?

Sometimes it feels like you are walking a tightrope when you work in the field of HVAC and plumbing. What I’m talking about here is advising the homeowner

Reduce Hot Water Use for Energy Savings

Fixing leaks, using low-flow fixtures, and buying energy-efficient appliances can help you save on water heating bills. Here are some simple steps you can take.

What You Need to Know Before Buying a Water Heater

Many homeowners wait until their water heater fails before shopping for a replacement. Because they are in a hurry to regain their hot water supply, they are often unable to take the time to shop for the most energy efficient unit for their specific needs.

Water Heater Making Noise? Here’s one the Most Likely Culprits

Water heaters aren’t known to make too much noise when they are operating, so it can be concerning when you begin to hear popping, banging or rumbling sounds coming from your unit. Today we’re going to talk about the most common reason why your water heater might start making noise and what you can do

Schedule for draining a water heater