Consolidated Plumbing Blog

Whether you’re in need of stronger security or a better night’s sleep or just want your home to work with the push of a button or the sound of your voice, give these six gadgets a try.

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Instead of throwing out your old dining room table or dresser, grab a couple gallons of paint and breathe new life into it.

A bold new color can transform nearly any piece of decor, making rooms more vibrant and allowing you to enjoy your old pieces again for years to come. Here are just a few ways paint can transform each room in your home.

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The plumbing system in your home likely doesn’t get a second thought until something goes wrong. When the shower offers hot water, the toilet eliminates waste and you can wash dishes in the kitchen sink, the details of how the pipes work aren’t that important to most people.

But what if, one morning, you notice a thud when you turn off the shower, or a rattling noise after flushing the toilet? Abnormal plumbing noises could be warning signs that something needs attention. Here are the most likely causes of some common plumbing noises.

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Do the eggs go high or low? Does anyone really use the small cubby space for butter? And what about the refrigerator drawers—what’s really supposed to go in those things?

Like real estate, refrigerator organization is all about location. There really is a way to keep your foods fresher for longer. Here’s how to properly organize your fridge.

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You probably don’t give much thought to your toilet until something goes wrong, but years of use can cause it to not work as efficiently as it once did.

Keep an eye out for these signs it’s time to install a new commode.

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Even though 71 percent of the earth is covered in water, 99 percent of water on earth is either salt water or locked in ice caps and glacier. Only one percent of that water is suitable for drinking, making the need for conservation clear.

Changing bad habits can conserve hundreds of gallons of water every year, and it doesn’t hurt to recognize that saving water will also lower your monthly bill.

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Even if your kitchen doesn’t have a pantry or walls lined with endless cabinet space, you can still make everything you need fit neatly with a few simple hacks.

Whether you got a new kitchen gadget or you’re just trying to clear more room for meal prep, here are eight ways to create more counter space. Continue reading →

A mess at the front door becomes even more obvious when there’s no closet to organize and hold everything.

If your home doesn’t have the space for a designated mudroom—somewhere to stash the shoes, coats, book bags and dog leash—here are five ways to reclaim the space you do have and keep the clutter under control.

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If your hot water heater goes out, you’re faced with more than just a cold shower. Your dishwasher and washing machine are virtually useless without one of the most important plumbing assets in your home working properly.

A broken water heater needs immediate attention, especially in the winter. If your unit is only a few years old, basic repairs may keep it running. But if you have a standard convection water heater that’s near the end of its 10–13 year lifespan, you may need to replace it. Continue reading →

The smallest rust particles in your water can leave stains in your bathroom fixtures. Even when the water has no color and tastes normal, certain levels of iron can leave rust rings.

Rust stains develop over time where there’s water resting against the porcelain—think a toilet bowl, or a tub frequently used for bathing. Because it takes a while for these stains to develop, they can be particularly difficult to remove. The typical big box store toilet or bathroom cleaner may not do the trick.

If your porcelain has fallen victim to high iron levels or rust particles, here are some solutions. You’ll need tough scrubbers and a lot of elbow grease, but you should be able to remove the rust stains in your bathroom.

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