Easy Tips to Keep Your Bathtub Drain Clean and Clear
Clogged bathtub drains can be incredibly frustrating, causing slow draining, unpleasant odors, and even potential water leaks. Luckily, with a little regular maintenance, you can keep your bathtub drain clear and functioning smoothly. In this blog post, we will share some effective tips on how to clean your bathtub drain, ensuring a clean and hassle-free bathroom experience. […]
Tips To Prevent Frozen Water Pipes
As winter settles in, it’s not just the cozy blankets and the upcoming Super Bowl that demand our attention, Charleston. It’s important to remember that freezing temperatures can pose a serious threat to our homes, specifically our water pipes. Regardless of whether you live in a frigid climate or a relatively milder one like the […]
Why Are My Home’s Drains Clogged, and How Can I Fix It?
Clogged drains are an unfortunate reality of life for many people across the Lowcountry area every day. While a clogged drain doesn’t always indicate serious plumbing issues, it’s never fun to deal with one yourself — and if they happen frequently, you might actually have a plumbing problem.
Most Common Causes of Drain Clogs in the Household
Drain clogs are a fairly common occurrence in households, whether from slow buildups of dirt and grime or your child accidentally dropping their toy in the toilet. Believe it or not, many of the most common causes of drain clogs can be avoided with some knowledge of why they occur. Learning about these causes can […]
How to Plunge Like a Plumber
If you’ve ever come face to face with a clogged toilet, you know it can be pretty tense. Watching that water rise quickly and knowing you only have a few minutes or even seconds to react can be extremely stressful. The last thing you want is for the contents of that bowl to overflow onto […]
Why Is My Toilet Tank Empty?
If you notice your toilet isn’t flushing properly, it could be a tank issue. Lift the lid (if it’s accessible) of your toilet tank and take a look inside. This tank runs clean water, which helps your toilet flush. If the tank is empty, there could be a problem. At Rudd Plumbing, Heating and Air […]
Plumbing Maintenance Checklist for Winter Months
Before the winter season arrives, it’s important to prepare your home for the cold months ahead, particularly your plumbing system. As temperatures drop and pipes begin to chill, there is a growing risk that expanding ice could burst your pipes and flood your home. At Rudd Plumbing, Heating and Air we work with clients across […]
Tips to Prevent Your Pipes from Freezing
When a cold winter’s night is approaching, it is a wise idea to consider if you should do something to prevent your pipes from freezing. While you might go many winters without getting a frozen pipe, a single burst will be enough to make you cautious every winter after. Pipe bursts from freezing are major […]
Dishwasher Not Draining? This Should Help
How can an appliance that is supposed to be so convenient be so frustrating? That’s probably what our clients in Lowcounty are thinking when they call us because their dishwasher isn’t draining. If you’ve already taken the step of running your dishwasher a second time, just in case it got cut off during the drain […]
Why Is My Yard Soggy?
Nothing is more disturbing than stepping out onto your lush green lawn to find yourself standing ankle-deep in water. When this occurs it is a sure sign something is wrong with your plumbing. Here are some of the reasons your yard might be soggy and what to do about it. Find the Source First things […]
Do Trees Break Sewer Lines?
Many home buyers are drawn to shady streets with mature trees that add a lovely touch to the property and neighborhood. As lovely, and eco-friendly as they might be, trees can also wreak havoc with your property. One of the biggest threats is tree roots which can cause serious, costly damage to underground pipes. While […]
How To Turn Off Your Water Heater
It might not seem like something as basic as turning off a water heater would be difficult. Many homeowners find themselves scratching their heads when trying to figure out what valves to turn! And because it varies based on whether your system is gas or electric, it can take a few extra steps to make […]
