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Portland Water Bureau Water Main Issues Insurance Warning
It is your home plumbing responsibility to get residential plumbing services to repair damage to a broken water main line. Unfortunately, there are insurance companies that are offering policies for this that are not on the up and up. This blog post explains some common red flags to alert you to a bogus offer. Continue reading
Common Plumbing Problems in Older Homes
Part of what makes Portland such an amazing city is its rich history and style. There are many homes in the Portland area that are quite old, and the craftsmanship and elegance of an older home can be very attractive … Continue reading
Toilet/Sink Combos: The Latest Way to Save Money, Water and the Planet
Though toilet/sink combos have been made and sold in Japan for more than a decade, they haven’t exactly caught on as a common Portland plumbing fixture. However, they are fascinating to consider, especially for the ecologically minded.
History of the Claw Foot Tub
If you’re interested in practically any type of vintage home decorating, you may already be familiar with one of the most iconic bathroom plumbing fixtures: the claw foot tub. Interestingly enough, the claw foot bathtub was only widely popular for … Continue reading
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Tankless Water Heaters
Imagine having hot water without the need for a large tank. This is exactly what a tankless water heater provides. Used for decades in countries around the world, tankless water heaters are gaining popularity in the United States as homeowners … Continue reading
5 Unusual Portland Water Features to Visit This Summer
Portland is a city of water – you see it everywhere you go. From rivers to lakes to reservoirs, Portland is home to an impressive number of natural water attractions.
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Bathroom Remodel Makes Top 5 List for Best ROI
In November 2010, Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value report was published with what some might call fairly bleak information and numbers. This report looks at the average cost of specific home improvement and remodeling projects, and compares how those projects … Continue reading
Pros and Cons of Low-Flow Shower Heads
If you are looking for ways to decrease water usage through your bathroom plumbing, an excellent place to start is with a low-flow shower head. Older or more traditional shower heads can use as much as 5 to 8 gallons … Continue reading
US Senator Blames Government for His Toilet Not Working
Last month, Kentucky Republican Senator Rand Paul had an earful for United States Energy Department official Kathleen Hogan about how his toilet didn’t work and how it was the government’s fault. While I’m sure any Portland plumbing company would be … Continue reading
Water Conservation Tips for Earth Day
If you’ve been living in the Portland area for any length of time, you’ve probably caught on to how much Portlanders enjoy discussing conservation and environmentally-friendly alternatives in everyday life. With Earth Day coming up on April 22nd, it’s an … Continue reading
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