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Prevent Plumbing Problems During Heavy Rainfall in Vancouver
Are you looking for ways to prevent plumbing problems especially during heavy rainfalls in Vancouver? We can help you! It’s a known fact that heavy rainfall is a friend to no one, especially to your plumbing system. It’s always important to assess if your plumbing can withstand heavy elements and harsh weather conditions in order to avoid further damage and higher repair costs. With this in mind, we have rounded up the ways for you to prevent these plumbing issues even during the heaviest of...
5 Reasons to Avoid Drain Cleaner Chemical in Clogged Drains
While some may argue that chemicals work more effectively than milder cleaners, we have finally weighed in some reasons why this should not be the case. Most Canadian homeowners would surely opt for effective cleaning, but to achieve such, some elements should not be...
How to Deal With Shower Drain Smells
Are you suspecting awful smells coming from your shower? We got you covered! While this is common in most homes, this could be prevented. If this is the case, you can just wash your showers clean. But other issues may not be easier to detect. At MidCity Plumbers, we...
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The Differences Between a Heat Pump and Furnace
There are various heating systems out there for Canadian households to explore. The two main ones are the heat pump and furnace. The challenge, however, lies in choosing the right one for your home. So, we have rounded up the ins and outs of the heat pumps and...
Money Saving Tips: 5 Ways to Lower Your Water Bill This Winter
During winter, our energy bills may skyrocket! After all, heating a home in the colder months is expensive, but so is heating water. As winter is fast approaching, many Canadian homeowners stress about the energy consumption of heating systems. And we all know that...
Can Your Home and Sump Pump Handle Heavy Rain in Vancouver?
A sump pump refers to a pump with a floating switch activation system placed or located in a sump pit, which means a hole in your basement floor. Generally, the switch is off in a lowered position. However, if the water level rises, it pushes the flotation device on...
Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater
Tankless water heaters are making a name on their own. Canadian homeowners love this innovative alternative to traditional hot water heaters due to their space-saving feature and overall efficiency in the household. However, to explore what makes tankless water...
What To Do When Your Hot Water Tank is Leaking
When you confront a leaking hot water tank at the most unfortunate time, panic starts to take over you. Chances are, you would be resorting to ways that may do more harm than good. A leaking hot water tank is not uncommon. We usually deal with this kind of issue, so...
The Biggest Problems of Poly B Plumbing
Whether you agree or not, we don’t usually have the complete information when it comes to the piping system of our homes. But homeowners need to be familiar with the working system of their homes, especially the type of plumbing lines. While this is not a fun topic to...