
Proper Usage of Thread Seal Tape
Learning how to use plumbers tape — or teflon — is critical in a proper plumbing project when trying to easily prevent joint leaks.
Learning how to use plumbers tape — or teflon — is critical in a proper plumbing project when trying to easily prevent joint leaks.
In order to get the most out of your space available, and to get the best water possible, consider investing in an under sink water filter.
It’s an obvious desire to avoid leaks, but the varying types of plumbing pipes each play a unique role in how you secure your plumbing.
Water heater sounds won’t always be an issue. But if what you hear is constant, then you’ll have a good reason to be concerned.
If your toilet is leaking from the base do not be ignore it. If it isn’t taken care of quick enough, then it will lead to more problems.
What can you do when you have damaged plumbing? First, understand a couple reasons your plumbing got into the state that it is in.
Preventing kitchen plumbing problems starts with attention to your kitchen sink. It isn’t just good for your pipes, but also for your health.
For first-time home buyers, much of that work should go into keeping your new home’s plumbing in working order.
The state of your laundry room plumbing goes beyond just the washing machine. Hoses, gases, drainage, sewer lines. It’s all connected.
Prevent drain clogs from becoming unrelenting disasters by learning what tools and tricks you can use to keep your plumbing clear.
A flooded basement means more than just excess water in your home. That water will damage your floors, your walls, and your belongings.
To better prevent water damage in your bathroom, we’ll tell you how caulking the bathroom in the right spots can ease a few DIY headaches.
While there is some added difficulty to a refrigerator plumbing issue, it is still something that you might be able to do yourself.
Even a new garbage disposal installation can wear out after about a decade of use, so the time might be approaching for an upgrade.
When fixtures become outdated, you dream big and think about an entire bathroom remodel. Here’s what you should know before you begin.
An unexpected low water episode pressure can disrupt your expectations of a calming, cooling, or cleansing shower.
Instead of splurging on major renovations or remodels, learn how to increase home value by upgrading your home’s plumbing.
There are few plumbing problems that incite an immediate sense of dread, and one of them is not knowing how to fix an overflowing toilet.
Homeowners go for style during kitchen remodels, but there’s so much more involved hidden behind the surfaces, like your kitchen plumbing.
Most homes have them, but do you know how energy efficient your washing machine is, or if there is a better alternative out there?
To keep your grass green, you rely on a sprinkler system. The question is, are your sprinklers are using too much water, or not enough?
Leaky pipes can often lead to further damage and high utility bills. Fortunately, a puddle might not be from a leak, but from sweaty pipes.
Drain flies thrive on stagnant water, particularly shallow sources near food or bacteria. Bathrooms and kitchens are favorable areas.
Dehumidifiers work wonders for your family’s health, so you need to know how to drain your dehumidifier properly so it can consistently do its job.
You don’t want scorching water spewing out of the shower head, do you? We’ll show you how to adjust a water heater so your summer can stay cooler.
We get it, you’re eager for your flower to bloom and your garden to grow, but follow these water efficiency tips first to help save your plants.
While either pests and plumbing problems can lead to the other, it’s more likely that an issue with your plumbing can lead to an issue with an infestation.
Tree roots in plumbing fixtures can cause clogs or backups. If your pipes are older and looser, roots can cause cracks or fissures.
When there’s a flooded basement, water will find its way into those unseen places. The sooner you can properly start water damage repair, the better.
Ignoring your drains allows gunk and grime to build up. If you wait too long to clear out the gunk, then a tough clog will form within your pipes.
We may be past the great toilet paper shortage, but that does not mean you have to stop thinking about your toilet paper alternative.
The next time your high water bill comes, if it is much higher than you expected, there may be a problem you are not aware of yet.
Cleaning gutters plays an important role in directing the water away from your house and its foundation, but neglecting your gutters could be costly.
As you connect your hose to the faucet and turn on the water, you might see an unfortunate leak coming from the damaged hose bib.
Cutting back on the wait for hot water and reducing your energy bills can go hand in hand. Have you considered a tankless water heater?
Before you call the plumber, even before the clogged toilet makes a mess, there are things you can do to stop it from happening.
During quarantine, you will put your utilities through the ringer. It’s best to know how you can start saving water at home before the bill skyrockets.
There are ways that you can prevent sewer line clogs from happening, especially when you or a plumbing professional knows what to look for.
Despite their appearance, an overreaction to water spots on your dishes is unwarranted because there are a couple things you can do to prevent them.
Doesn’t it always happen that when you don’t have time to waste, your water heater is slow to heat, and you want to fix that fast.
When you experience an issue, you are definitely not the first. In fact, other homeowners ask many of the same plumbing questions thousands of times.
Your basement floor drain is one of the most important parts of your home’s plumbing. Without it, there would be no place for water to exit.
Does a power outage affect your plumbing? The short answer is, yes. Without power, you can still have running water to your house.
If you’re facing the problem of a broken dishwasher, or if you never had a dishwasher to begin with, you can still survive without one.
There are quite a few common causes to bad plumbing smells that you can identify, and maybe even resolve all by yourself.
More stubborn clogs require a different tool. A tool that covers the middle ground between the plunger and a professional – the plumber’s snake.
If you are smart about your water usage and conserving water, that can lead to cutting your water bill by over one-third of its total.
Not all plumbing issues can be handled quickly and independently, but fixing a loose toilet handle is something that you will do without a fuss.
Although you cannot make your pipes last forever, it is possible to make your pipes last longer by limiting plumbing leaks.
When there’s a backup, you are likely to wonder, “When is the city responsible for your sewer lines?” But the answer is quite complicated.
Just as you would insulate your roof, water heater insulation can help increase your home’s efficiency and save you money on your monthly bills.
There are many ways to prevent frozen pipes in your home, and one method that takes very little effort is to run some water.
With all of its benefits and affordable options, you might still think, “What is a bidet?” Bidets have been essential to bathrooms in many countries.
Many manufacturers will set water heater thermostats at 140 degrees Fahrenheit, but you could pay more by setting your water heater temperature too high.
PFAS health effects also include interference with the body’s natural hormones, an increased level of cholesterol, and an increased risk of cancer.
If you are noticing problems or find that you need a kitchen appliance repair, it might be time to update those older kitchen appliances.
Watch as Blaine Kellermeier shares his appreciation for the Rockford Chamber of Commerce and the importance of giving back to the community.
There may be things you think you know, but really don’t have a complete grasp on. Here are just a few of those plumbing misconceptions you may have.
PFOA and PFOS were popular compounds among manufacturing and industrial facilities, widely used for their capacity to deter water and grease.
The difference between a quick fix and a complete remodel comes down to how prepared you are for a plumbing emergency in your home.
In 2017, Michigan created the PFAS Action Response Team as a temporary body to investigate sources and locations of PFAS in the state.
A Garbage disposal helps you get rid of food waste and can keep your kitchen plumbing clog free. When it stops working, that can lead to larger problems.
There are roughly 60 confirmed PFAS Michigan sites, but the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy suspects over 10,000 potential sites.
You might be able to survive without the dishwasher, and cooking would be difficult with no oven, but toilet replacement is essential.
Tree roots can potentially be damaging to your home’s sewage lines and cause plumbing problems, so you need to know how to stop problems before they happen.
Hiring a professional to conduct remodeling home inspections before, and after, your project will help protect the investment of your upgrades.
A hard Michigan winter means a vicious spring. Before you trun on your outside spigot, it’s a good idea to check for basement flooding.
Have you ever thought about the water in your own home? Know how to find out if your home has safe drinking water, and how to make sure it stays that way.
As a homeowner, you should familiarize yourself with the following plumbing sounds: running water, dripping, shaking, and gurgling.
Because of the huge temperature swing, (nearly 70 degrees!), the Midwest will experience a huge increase in rapidly melting snow!
Have you ever stepped out of the shower and still felt dirty or greasy? If so, then you might consider installing a water softener.
Let Kellermeier Plumbing quickly guide you on how to unclog drains in your house without two things – panic and chemicals.
What if the winter thaw or spring rain brings moisture into your home? Prevent a frozen sump pump this winter and help protect your home.
It’s essential for a happy and healthy family to make sure your water heater is working correctly by learning the common water heater problems.
When it comes to your home’s plumbing, autumn is a time to clean up after summer. Here are a few fall plumbing tips that will make the transition easier.
We’re all familiar with the cliche of a dog drinking out of the toilet. There are numerous ways that plumbing and pet safety go hand in hand.
If you have a leaking garden hose, then some of that water may be entering into your house and causing damage. And that’s no way to finish summer.
As wet spring weather shifts into the dryer, hot summer, you may not be thinking that summer plumbing problems will be a problem for another couple months.
What if your flooded areas are a result of your sump pump failing? Here’s waht happens if you don’t have a sump pump battery backup.
At Kellermeier Plumbing, we provide conveniently scheduled backflow testing to ensure that your drinking water is safe from contamination.
March always means the start of spring weather in West Michigan. As they say, in like a lion out like a lamb, and this year, it’s arrival is early!
Hot morning showers are one of the greatest conveniences of living in the 21st century. You don’t even have to open your eyes. Your water heater is a marvel of modern manufacturing, but its lifetime is limited. But what happens if you experience water heater failure?
As we enter a new year, looking ahead, budgeting, and planning the year’s projects are time-consuming winter activities, especially when you want to accomplish a big project – like planning a kitchen remodel.
Yes, there are tasks a homeowner who knows his or her way around a screwdriver and wrench can and should be able to handle. A plumbing DIY con could end in catastrophe.
Nearly a quarter of a million homes will have one or more rooms damaged this winter due to a failure to keep pipes from freezing and breaking.
Don’t let your Thanksgiving Dinner turn into a Disaster! Here is a list of Garbage Disposal Dos and Donts to follow this time of the year.
Little problems left unattended often become more significant problems. And it’s especially true when it comes to plumbing maintenance.
When you’re afraid to flush, it’s time to completely flush out your system with Kellermeier Plumbing’s Hydro Jetting Drain Cleaning.
If we could invent a clog-proof drain, we would. Until we do, you can trust Kellermeier Plumbing for taking care of your drain cleaning services.
If you had to use only one word, to sum up, Kellermeier Plumbing: sincere. “Our ability to be conscientious, honest and stand behind everything we do.”
The better option for removing clogs and cleaning your pipes than dollar store liquids is Kellermeier Plumbing’s hydro jetting drain cleaning.
Make sure you check that the company you are considering meets the Top 6 Things to Look for When Hiring a Plumber listed here.
Regardless of how it happened, it’s time to get rid of the smell! Below are three different methods you can try to remove kitchen stink.