Do you have questions about your upcoming plumbing job or plumbing work in general? You’re not alone. Below, we answer some commonly asked questions about plumbing, as well as hiring and working with a plumbing contractor. Read more
Plumbing FAQs
Posted on May 10, 2022 by Matt Solis
Posted in: Plumbing, Consumers, Home Tips, Savvy Tips
Tags: plumbing maintenance, plumbing, plumbing tips, plumbing questions, plumbing repairs
Industry Spotlight: Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association
Posted on March 30, 2017 by Suzanne Carroll
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) promotes the advancement and education of plumbing and HVAC professionals and advocates for improvements in public health and environmental safety. Since its founding in 1883, the PHCC has assisted in establishing an apprenticeship system, worked with lawmakers to enact sanitation regulations, helped develop improvements in plumbing fixtures and created educational programs to keep its members up-to-date on industry advancements. The association’s goal is to “become so relevant that PHCC contractors are the best choice for professionalism, reliable products and knowledgeable service.” Read more
Posted in: Industry Organization Spotlight
Tags: energy efficiency, hvac, plumbing, solar
Industry Overview: Plumbing
Posted on July 28, 2015 by James Florence
Like many industries, plumbing is extremely complex and continues to become more so with ongoing technological innovations. This article contains some useful information to help you get more acquainted with the trade, including key terms, DIY tips and answers to frequently asked questions.
Key Terms
Aerator: A device added to the open end of a faucet that mixes air with water to create a more even flow. Inexpensive to install, faucet aerators can help conserve water without diminishing water pressure.
Fittings: Fittings usually refer to faucets, shower valves and tub fillers, although they may also refer to piping coupling such as elbow and tee fittings.
GPM: Gallons per minute (GPM) is the rate of water flow from faucets and shower heads. Read more
Diamond Certified Experts: Home Maintenance How-Tos
Posted on May 19, 2015 by James Florence
Owning a home requires a fair amount of maintenance to keep things looking and functioning optimally. While some maintenance tasks are best handled by professionals, there are plenty of others you can perform yourself, even if you’ve never done them before. To highlight a few of these, we asked four Diamond Certified Expert Contributors to share their home maintenance how-tos.
Posted in: Consumers, Diamond Certified Experts, Home Tips
Tags: plumbing, carpet, home maintenance, water heater
Diamond Certified Experts: Plumbing in the New Millennium
Posted on October 22, 2014 by James Florence
Plumbing has been part of human civilization for a long time—even ancient Rome had sophisticated systems to facilitate water delivery and waste disposal. And while plumbing technology has continuously advanced over the years, development has never occurred more rapidly than in recent decades. Modern innovations have brought improvements in terms of energy efficiency and water usage, which in turn have created solutions to age-old problems. We asked four Diamond Certified Expert Contributors to talk about some of these plumbing innovations and how they can benefit today’s consumers. Read more
Posted in: Plumbing, Diamond Certified Experts
Tags: plumbing, water conservation
The Benefits of a Plumbing Service Agreement
Posted on August 19, 2014 by James Florence
Since plumbing is an often-overlooked aspect of home maintenance, it’s no surprise that the majority of service calls are remedial rather than preventative. Most people tend to ignore their homes’ plumbing until an issue arises, but it’s far more cost-effective to be proactive about inspection and maintenance. For the average homeowner, however, this can seem like a daunting task. Besides being one of the most neglected systems in the home, plumbing is also one of the most intricate, consisting of a varied network of interconnected components.
If you’re intimidated by the prospect of maintaining your plumbing system, consider contracting a service agreement with a local plumbing company. Read more
Posted in: Plumbing
Tags: consumer tips, plumbing, home maintenance
Water Conservation Tips for Your Home and Landscape
Posted on July 16, 2014 by James Florence
Water conservation is always a priority in California, but it’s even more important during times of drought, which is why now is a great time for Bay Area residents to focus on minimizing their usage and waste. Here are some helpful tips from three Diamond Certified Expert Contributors on how to maximize water conservation in your home and on your property.
1. Go low-flow. According to Jamie Rogers, president of Rogers Remodel Inc., one of the simplest ways to conserve water in your home is to replace faucet aerators, shower heads and toilets with low-flow models. Read more
Posted in: Diamond Certified Experts, Home Tips, Landscaping Tips
Tags: drought, consumer tips, plumbing, water conservation, landscaping, irrigation