Plumbing tips every homeowner should know

17th December 2021

"There are plenty of responsibilities that you must consider when becoming a homeowner. One of those is getting to know and maintaining your plumbing system."

Buying your home is an exciting experience. However, there are plenty of responsibilities that you must consider when becoming a homeowner. One of those is getting to know and maintaining your plumbing system.

So here we’ve compiled 5 plumbing tips every homeowner should know:

Know Where Your Water Main is Located

The water main controls all the water coming into your home. It’s typically found in the basement, crawlspace, or the side of your home.

If there’s ever an issue and you need to cut off water to your home, you’ll need to access this quickly.

How to Unclog Drains

Every home is bound to have clogged shower and sink drains over time. But you don’t want to pour any liquid drain cleaners down them to clear hair or other debris.

That’s because, over time, these products can cause damage to pipes. Instead, opt for a sink plunger, drain snake, or tool that can help pull up and remove hair and debris.

Keep tabs on water pressure

It’s such an important part of a healthy plumbing system.

Just like we get our blood pressure taken every time we visit the doctor, you should be monitoring your home’s water pressure as often as you can.

You can pick up a simple pressure gauge pretty cheaply at any hardware or home improvement store.

Take care of your toilet

You can start by making sure you only flush toilet paper and your waste down the toilet.

Cotton swabs, baby wipes, paper towels, and other things can all get caught in your pipes and lead to clogs.

You also want to make sure your toilet is working properly. A running toilet is a telltale sign that one or more components in the toilet tank need replacing.

But sometimes toilet leaks can be so tiny they don’t make any noise.

Know Your Water-Based Appliances

Any appliance that uses water in your home has the potential to be trouble.

Make sure you do regular checkups on the dishwasher, sinks, icemaker, toilets, washing machine hose, and more to ensure that they are running well and aren’t showing any signs of leaking.

If there is a problem, make sure you know how to shut off the water to each device until it can be fixed.

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Tips for choosing pot for your houseplants

15th December 2020

"Choose the pot that suits your style and gives positive vibes."

Houseplants are the best and liveliest option for decorating your house. There are plenty of options for pots from clay pots to ceramics and plastic pots, you can choose the one you like and prefer. With cute and beautiful houseplants with beautiful pots, you can bring positive vibrance to your house. Let's look at some tips for choosing pots for your houseplants.

Size

The size of the pot depends upon the size or type of plant you are planning to plant. If you are planning for smaller plants that barely grow like cactus, you can go with smaller sized pots. And if you are planning to get a ZZ plant or pothos, then make sure to buy a bigger one and change the pot to a bigger size in bigger diameter as the plant keeps on growing.

However, excessively big pots can look unproportioned and can cause several health problems to the plant as the soil will dry out easily.

Drainage

The plant needs a proper drainage hole to release excess water. Having a drainage hole will help you ensure that the soil won't stay wet for a longer period of time. The excess water can freely release from the drainage holes letting your plant roots get the oxygen. Moreover, if you use a saucer or pan beneath the pot, then ensure to empty it to prevent the roots from soaking in too much moisture.

Type of pot

There are basically 3 different types of pot i.e. ceramics pot, plastic pot, and clay pot. Currently, the ceramic pot is quite an on-trend because of its availability in different shapes, styles, and colors. Clay pots are quite heavy and cheap and are best for heavy plants. And, the most convenient one is a plastic pot, which is easily available at a reasonable price in different shapes, designs, and colors. You can choose the type of pot you want as per the feel and look you desire.

Designs

As for the design, go after your preference. You may choose the plain pots with little to no design, or some minimalistic designs, or some detailed designs as well. You can also customize your own pots.

Keep it clean

Dirty and unhygienic pots may cause different problems to the plant. The plant leaves may dry out, or different black spots may form, or the plant may suffer from other various kinds of problems if the pot is not clean. Moreover, if you plan on reusing the pots, then clean the pot inside out. Normally, it is difficult to clean a clay pot, but with the help of a bristle brush or steel-wood pad, you can clean off the white marks easily.

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Different types of cactus for your house decor

18th February 2021

"Add a cactus to accent the minimalistic vibe to your room."

Let me begin with a fun fact- All cacti are succulents but not all succulents are cacti. Well, there’s no need to delve further into the idea that succulents accent your room’s decor, and vibrance. Cactus is also the same. With some cactus plants in your house, be it indoors or outdoors, you can feel a whole lot better. They are easy to maintain and suit best for a minimalist. Cacti avail in different shapes, sizes, and types. The fact that some cactus even bear beautiful flowers may amaze you as well. Let’s get to know different types of cactus.