An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a great way to add more space and functionality to your property. However, you don't have carte blanche when you build an ADU. There are general California-wide requirements for ADUs and specific ones in Fremont that you will need to follow. One sticking point is often the bathroom: do [...]
You’re standing in the bathroom, you haven’t used the toilet, but it starts running for a second, and then stops. What is going on? This problem is calleda phantom flush. Your toilet is wasting water and driving up your utility bill. There are simple fixes to this problem, but first, you need to understand what [...]
There are quite a few problems that you can have as a homeowner when it comes to your plumbing. Some of them are annoying but easy fixes. Others can cause a lot of problems and can even cost you your health and/or life. Below we are going to look at some of the most common [...]
When your water heater runs on gas, there is always a small chance that it develops a gas leak. While rare, gas leaks are serious. So, everyone who has a gas water heater should be aware of the signs of a gas leak so that they can get help if they need to. Here are [...]
A collapsed sewer line is a severe problem, so you’d spot one right away if it were to happen, right? Well, maybe not. Sometimes, collapsed sewer lines have symptoms that don’t make sense to homeowners. You may be expecting a sudden gush of water on your lawn or the street, but that’s not always how [...]
Your water heater helps to make everything in your home comfortable. It gives you nice, hot showers, it helps to cook and wash your clothes and dishes. We count on our water heaters a lot. But sometimes you need to have your water heater replaced. it’s best to know the signs so that you can [...]
