Faucet and Sink
Fix a leaking faucet
Every homeowner has experienced the torture of drip, drip, drip. Our tendency is to let the problem ride which costs us money and aggravation each month. Fortunately we can fix a leaking faucet without calling a plumber. You will need a Phillips screwdriver, pliers and possible a wrench. You need to first turn off the water supply to the sink. Most homes have a shut off valve for the sink under the sink in the commode. Turn it clockwise all the way. Now turn on the faucet to drain out any remaining water. To remove the handle of the faucet … Continue reading
Clogged showerhead
Mineral deposits in our water can gradually build up and create a clogged showerhead which render the showerhead much less effective. One natural solution is take the showerhead off, and soak in a pot of vinegar, for at least 6 hours. Heat the vinegar to the boiling point, remove from the stove and then let sit for those 6 hours. There is acid in vinegar and it should get rid of the mineral deposits in the showerhead. Now put the showerhead back and it should be virtually as good as new.