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The flush handle/lever on your toilet lifts the flapper at the bottom of the toilet, causing the toilet to flush. These handles get a lot of use. After a while, they can become loose or broken and need to be replaced. Good news: replacing a broken toilet handle is a DIY plumbing project most homeowners can tackle on their own.

(NOTE: If the flush lever breaks, you can still flush your toilet. Remove the lid to your tank and pull up on the chain connected to the flush valve, or flapper, located at the bottom of…

If you ask local homeowners what they think is the most common home plumbing problem in Cardiff, CA, a clogged kitchen sink would probably be at the top of the list. A clogged kitchen sink is a plumbing problem almost every homeowner in Cardiff, CA faces at one time or another. Fortunately, most clogged kitchen sinks can be cleared without having to call a professional plumber.

There are three basic reasons why a kitchen sink drain may become clogged:

• You placed too much material into the drain at one time;
• You tried to…
  

Your home has an incoming water line that delivers fresh water for bathing, cooking, cleaning, and drinking. It also has an outgoing sewer line that removes wastewater and waste materials from your home. When a sewer line becomes blocked or damaged, sewage can begin to back up into your home. This can cause all kinds of problems.

How Do I Know if My Sewer Line is Getting Backed Up?

Here are six signs that you may have a clogged sewer line:

• Consistently slow or clogged drains
• Other drains back up when you flush a toilet or use a…
  

In Oceanside, CA heavy rains can cause flooding in the low-lying areas surrounding the San Luis Rey River, Pilgrim Creek, Garrison Creek, Buena Vista Creek, and Loma Alta Creek. Storm systems can bring extreme high tides, storm surges, and high waves. All of these have the potential to cause water damage to homes and businesses throughout the Oceanside, CA area.

In addition to heavy rain, local homes can suffer water damage for many reasons, including:

• Overflowing drains
• Burst water pipes
• Leaking water heaters and other appliance
• Improperly sealed windows and doors
• Leaky roofs

No matter what the cause,…

There are few things in life that look as gross and smell as bad as a clogged toilet. The bad news is, clogged toilets are among the most common home plumbing problems. The good news: in most cases, a clogged toilet can be cleared without having to call a plumber. Here are a few tips on how you can clear a clogged toilet as well as ways to help prevent your toilets from getting clogged in the first place.

You Have a Clogged Toilet. Now What?

That clogged toilet isn’t going to…

You may not know it, but the water level inside your toilet bowl has a big impact on the way the toilet works. If the water level is too low, you may experience frequent clogs because there isn’t enough water in the bowl to properly flush the toilet. If the water levels are too high, then you run the risk of having your toilet overflow when you flush.

Fortunately, it’s not too difficult to adjust the water level in a toilet.

The water level in the bowl is controlled by a float in the toilet tank. The…

Slow-draining or clogged drains may be easily removed using a drain auger or, occasionally, a drain snake. While more challenging clogs might require a plumber’s assistance, most jams caused by soft debris can be snagged and cleared with a drain snake.

By using this straightforward, inexpensive device that you can keep in a sink cabinet, you’ll save time and money by forgoing the services of a plumber to unclog your clogged drain.

When Must a Drain Be Snaked?

Use a drain snake if soft obstructions up to 15 to 25 feet down the line cause your sink, shower, or tub drain to empty slowly or not at all. When chemicals, plunging, or the use…

For more serious plumbing clogs, hydro jet plumbing may occasionally be your best option. When you have a plumbing issue, it can be challenging to know what will actually solve the issue. When your sewer main is backed up, snaking it won’t work. In this situation, specialized tools are required to clear the obstruction in your drains. Hydro jet plumbing is a strong and efficient method for unclogging challenging sewer drains. There are many advantages, one of which is that it can be done quickly, saving you from having to wait for your drain…

Solana Beach is a coastal city in San Diego County, California located just South of Oceanside on the San Diego Freeway. The town started out as a farming community with beautiful bluffs overlooking the ocean. At the time there was no beach access, but later a gap was cut out of the bluffs, providing an easy path to the ocean. Today, the beachfront is divided into four parks: Fletcher Cove, Tide Beach Park, Seascape Surf, and Del Mar Shores.

Solana Beach’s local attractions include four…

Finding a reliable plumbing company can be challenging. One option is for individuals to supply professional businesses with fleets of vehicles with plumbing services. Prices range from affordable to out-of-reach for the majority of people. Additionally, not every plumber who performs work in your home will guarantee a service. To avoid paying too much or getting poor service, use the following strategies to locate a reputable plumbing business in southern California.

Customer satisfaction is assured.

You only have a good service provider if your plumbing company goes above and beyond to ensure…