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Symptoms of a Cracked or Blocked Sewer

Things happen around your house you’d rather not have to deal with.  That’s the name of the game.  Still, it’s a whole lot easier to respond when a problem is staring you in the face vs. the kind that tends to sneak up on you, gathering momentum along the way.

Why Is My Toilet Gurgling?

Does your toilet have a tendency to burp or gurgle? If so, rest assured that “bad manners” are not to blame.  Rather, it’s telling you that some sort of problem is at work behind the scenes. Any drain – toilets included – causes suction when the water is flowing. That…

Hidden Plumbing Problems & How to Spot Them

Before you complete the purchase of a new home, a thorough inspection is undertaken to help protect you from unwelcome surprises.  The problem is, official home inspections don’t cover everything, so you still need to be vigilant and know when and where to seek help. Take plumbing, for example. Your…

How to Choose a New Toilet

A toilet is a toilet, right? Provided it works and looks like it belongs, what could possibly go wrong! While buying a new toilet certainly isn’t rocket science, there are a few things you should keep in mind before making your decision. And now, Swan’s Complete Plumbing is happy to…

The Benefits of a Water Softener

As someone who takes pride in your person and home, you wouldn’t think of going to work in dirty clothes. Serving a meal on dirty dishes. Or inviting guests over without first cleaning your bathroom from top to bottom. That’s a great quality. But don’t you just hate it…

How to Make Bath Time Fun

For some kids, bath time is a day at the beach. A bath can fix or alter a bad mood while serving as an ideal reset button to help quiet things down. And yet, as we all know, not every child fancies a nice warm bath. And therein lies a…

How to Increase Bathroom Safety

As mobility decreases with age, senior citizens become increasingly prone to bathroom mishaps – especially slipping and falling. How can you help?  By implementing these and other common-sense safety precautions for seniors, children, and other family members who might need assistance: Equip showers with sturdy grab bars anchored to wall…

Do I Have a Blocked Sewer?

Don’t you hate having to ask such a question? After all, resolving a sewer blockage isn’t like repairing a leaky tap or replacing a toilet. It’s potentially a big and costly problem. Still, let’s not get ahead of ourselves, especially since resolving the problem also can be a simple and…

Benefits of a Water Heater Inspection

It’s safe to say the following: water heaters don’t last forever. Unfortunately, that includes yours. On average, a gas or electric water heater has a 10 – 15-year lifespan. And yet without proper care and maintenance, it could be quite a bit less. And then there’s the safety aspect of…