Plumbing Blog

As winter approaches in Minnesota, one of the things you definitely need to look at and prepare before the cold weather is your plumbing. As the temperature continues to drop in the months to come, your plumbing will increasingly be at risk. Not only could this cause major inconveniences, [...]

Most people have heard of the term, ‘go green’ enough to know its benefits. The earth could use a lot less chemicals, gases and other harmful components in its atmosphere and soil. Everyone can help eliminate and or reduce these elements in various ways. One way to contribute is [...]

A leaky outdoor faucet is easy to overlook. Though, even a slow drip can waste hundreds of gallons of a precious natural resource, and it may substantially increase your water bill if ignored. Fortunately, all you need to repair your leaky outdoor faucet is a screwdriver, an adjustable wrench, [...]

You rely on your home appliances the year round to provide plumbing services, to prepare and preserve food, and to keep your home bright and the temperature just right. In fact, it's your home appliances that define the comforts of modern living. So it makes sense that the better [...]

Flooding is one of the worst calamities that can strike your home. In fact, according to the National Flood Insurance program, flooding is the most common natural disaster in America. Flooding can strike at any time, whether excessive rain or snow melt, a mechanical malfunction in your home or [...]

As the seasons of Minnesota change, so does the condition of your home's plumbing. Emerging from the wintertime, you certainly want to make sure your pipes, fixtures, faucets and pumps are in good condition. To help avoid plumbing emergencies this spring and summer, add the plumbing system to your [...]

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or you have been around the block a time or two, buying a new home is an exciting experience. Though, it can be fraught with surprises if you don't take home inspections seriously. With all of the pipes, fixtures, drain lines, appliances, showers and [...]

Poor water pressure in your home can be quite annoying -- especially starting or ending your day with a wimpy shower. If your water pressure is too high, sooner or later you're going to run into appliance and plumbing problems. Adjusting your home's water pressure could turn out to [...]

Laundry rooms don't always receive the attention they deserve. They become cluttered with clothes, sticky detergent spills here and there and lint dust practically everywhere. Updating your laundry area is actually a practical home-improvement project that can maximize available space in your home and just make life a little [...]

When it comes to home improvement projects, "clean clogged gutters" or "fix broken gutters" probably doesn't top your list. Well, whether it does or doesn't top your list of things that need to be done around your home, put a star by it anyway. A big star. Why? Because [...]

Have you been walking around your kitchen lately playing "where's that smell coming from?" Or, perhaps you've been tipped off to the location by slow draining water or bubbling noises in your pipes. Sink odors are actually quite common in kitchens, but that doesn't mean you have to put [...]

By their nature, plumbing emergencies are messy. From a leaking water heater to a frozen pipe that ruptures, water can damage your home and take a substantial amount of time and expense to clean up. This is particularly poignant during the winter, as you spend more time indoors and your plumbing [...]

Home efficiency is a hot topic for scores of homeowners during the frigid Minnesota winter season. You want to keep your heating bill under wraps and still be cozy and comfortable. With more time spent indoors, changing out old incandescent bulbs to LED lighting is another bright idea to [...]

Over the years, as professional plumbers, we've heard some off-the-wall stories, questions and outright myths regarding home plumbing. That's understandable, and some can even lighten the mood when you're stressed with a plumbing repair or emergency. However, don't allow plumbing myths to prevent proper care for your home's essential [...]

Whether you're covering up your A/C unit, scheduling a furnace tune up, making sure your attic has enough insulation or installing snow tires on your car, preparing for cold winter weather is an annual ritual for Prior Lake homeowners. However, there's another system and task to do in your [...]

Fall is a fun and beautiful time of year in Minnesota. There're ballgames to attend and watch, outdoor excursions to enjoy and holiday festivities on the way. Fall is also the time to prepare your home for the cold weather ahead. So, as you check your fall to-do list of [...]

Taking a cold shower probably isn't the ideal way to start your day — especially with cooler weather on the way. While water heaters typically work diligently supplying uninterrupted hot water, problems are inevitable as your water heater ages or simply needs maintenance. If your "hot" water is giving [...]

Low water pressure can affect a single faucet, an appliance or, more baffling, reduce your entire household's water supply to a fickle trickle. Before you worry yourself about a looming plumbing repair bill, use these tips to see if you can get the water pressure (and your spirits) back to [...]

As a new homeowner, you're now the proud owner of a plumbing system. This means that, sooner or later, you're going to need to troubleshoot basic plumbing problems, or know when to call your professional plumber. So, keep reading, and hang on to these helpful tips that may just [...]

As a mindful homeowner, you take care of the systems that keep you comfortable and safe from the elements. You change your furnace filter before it gets clogged with dirt, and you keep an eye on your roofing and gutters to prevent damage to your home. There's one [...]

Water is an essential service and resource in every home. However, problems with your home's plumbing system can leave you shivering in the shower, be a real drain on your water bill, and even cause damage to your home. So, if you suspect or detect any of these telltale signs of [...]

Whether your home plumbing system is comprised of lead, steel, copper, PVC, or PEX piping, knowing what your pipes are made of helps you prepare for the future! You can plan for maximum durability and longevity of your home's plumbing system by knowing the composition of the piping [...]

Buying a new home is a hefty long term investment. When purchasing a home, most homeowners critique and compare many properties looking for the perfect home exterior, the right price, and ideal location to meet their predetermined desires. MN Plumbing and Appliance encourages home buyers, potential new homeowners, and [...]

Nothing worse is worse than a home plumbing project gone terribly wrong. Flooded homes, basements, and attics can be disastrous! Plumbing projects gone south are specifically damaging here in the north during the frigid Minnesota winter months. Here are three common problems that many a do-it-yourselfer have wasted a [...]

At first, doing it yourself has an appearance of being an efficient and economical alternative to quickly complete your plumbing project or home improvement task. Of course there are many variables for each and every project. How much time will the project take, do I have the skills and [...]