As you’re nodding off to sleep, you hear a sound that shakes you from your reverie. Water is running somewhere in the house! This is one of the most alarming sounds a homeowner can hear. Luckily, it’s not a serious issue if you narrow it down to your toilet. If your toilet runs for no reason, come
A/C Filter… How Often to Change?
In the stifling heat of summer, there’s no better friend than an A/C unit. It can be the difference between a cool, relaxing season and a muggy disaster. In the most severe conditions, it can even keep you safe from dangerously high temperatures. When the heatwave hits, you want to make sure your
Why is My House A/C Not Turning On?
So you’ve spent the day in the sweltering summer heat, and the only thing keeping you going is the thought of collapsing on your couch and relaxing in the beautiful cool of your house. When you finally get home, you make your way to the thermostat and set the temperature to a breezy 72. But
What To Do If Your Sump Pump Smells Like Sewage
Basements come in all shapes, styles and sizes, but there’s one thing that can make any basement unbearable: a smelly sump pump. If your sump pump smells like sewage, it may be a warning sign of something far worse than an unwanted odor. Fortunately, the pros at Solution Based Plumbing, Heating and
Is a Refrigerant Leak Dangerous?
Spring has finally sprung, and summer won’t be far behind. If you’re planning to beat the sweltering heat with an air conditioning system, there’s something you should look out for when you get things up and running again: refrigerant leaks. If you’ve heard of refrigerant before, but don’t know too
How to Make Your Garbage Disposal Not Stink
Pinching your nose every time you walk into the kitchen? There’s a good chance the culprit is a dirty garbage disposal. Without proper cleaning, the collected residue of aged food waste can line your garbage disposal and create a smell that’s truly disgusting. Luckily, the experts at Solution Based
How To Flush AC Drain Line In Time For Summer
Most people like having the option of escaping from the brutal summer heat. Fortunately, modern AC systems make beating the heat an absolute breeze. But if you’re planning on relaxing in the cool of your home this coming summer, there are some simple steps you can take right now to ensure that your
Bathroom Smells Like Sewage: Causes and Solutions
The bathroom can be a haven of hygiene and a destination for dirt at the same time. While there may be some occasional tension between fair and foul odors, there’s no question that cleanliness and fragrance are supposed to win the fight for bathroom ambience. If your bathroom smells like sewage,
How to Treat a Slow Draining Sink
Some clogs happen fast (and make you furious). Others can build over time. A surefire sign of a growing clog is a sink that takes its sweet time to drain. While this is annoying to deal with, neglecting the issue can lead to bigger problems. Keep reading to learn how to treat a slow draining