Calgary General Plumbing / Help and Tips

A dripping tap is usually easy to spot. At some point, when the house is quiet, there will be the recurring sound of water falling drop by leaky drop. Yet, how do plumbing professionals such as The Gentlemen Plumbers identify leaky pipes buried in concrete and/or earth which ooze invisibly?

Ever wonder what kinds of plumbing tips the experts would give you if they could? In this section, we give you the top five money-saving plumbing tips straight from the plumbers themselves.

The Canadian Lung Association (CAL) says that indoor air quality is an important factor in maintaining good health. In their article entitled, “Pollution & air quality”, CAL reminds us that excess water (in the forms of moisture and humidity) creates a mould-friendly environment. It is also conducive to the growth of dust mites.

It has been said that the most expensive remodels you will finance in your home are the kitchen and the bathroom. Often this doesn't have to be the case. In fact, if you follow these five steps from our Calgary plumbing experts for bathroom remodeling, you can actually increase your home’s value substantially without breaking the bank.

When it comes to your heating or cooling system, proper maintenance is a good way to ensure a long and fully-functioning life for your unit. If you have a Calgary air conditioning unit, it's a good idea to have evaporator coils cleaned at least every three months.

With the invention of Pinterest, everyone with the internet is trying to do more things themselves to save money and learn new skills. Below are a few DIY plumbing tips so that you can be on your way to learning all about home ownership and plumbing.

If you’re looking to learn something new about plumbing and are unfamiliar with what back-flow is, you’re in the right place. Here you can learn what back-flow is and all about back-flow prevention from your local Calgary plumbing experts.

Did you know that March 11, 2014 is World Plumbing Day? As part of their activities, the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) is sponsoring...

One of the biggest fears about the harsh Calgary winters is that the pipes will freeze up in the cold weather and burst.

With our proven track record of quality residential plumbing and heating, we at the Gentlemen Plumbers are excited to announce our expansion in a new industry: Video games.

Ever wondered what plumbing was like long before the modern plumbing system came along? The history of plumbing begins with the early flourishing civilizations like Rome and China. They had the same needs as we do today: drinkable water and a way to drain waste and dirty water.

One of the top reasons why your Calgary home may experience a burst water pipe is because a pipe has frozen and the water pressure inside has nowhere to go.Water from a burst pipe can cause damage to your home very quickly.

Smelly water emitting from your pipes can put a damper on your desire to cook, bathe, or do anything else that involves water. Smelly water coming from your pipes is typically a sign that you need to call your plumber in Calgary.

When a tech from a Calgary plumbing and heating company talks to you about your system, you may find yourself feeling like you are at a disadvantage. You are not alone. Just like any other profession, there is a special language that plumbers and HVAC techs use to discuss the plumbing and heating in your home.

Do you use your smartphone in the washroom? A lot of people do, and their collective habits make for quite the interesting infographic...

Nintendo’s Mario is perhaps the most iconic, most well-known plumber of all-time, even though its dubious that he ever does any actual plumbing...

While some plumbing disasters are simply bad luck, many are preventable with regular inspection and proper maintenance. Beacon Plumbing in Seattle prepared this helpful infographic outlining some of the basic things that you can do to extend the life of your home plumbing systems...

As a do-it-yourself-er, you might be ready to take on the job of installing your shower faucet. For some people, the task will be relatively easy. The ease with which the faucet is installed depends highly on your plumbing system and how intricate the faucet is.

There are several things you can do to lower your Calgary plumbing and heating operating costs. From reducing your water usage to opting for more energy efficient products, these are some great ideas you can implement in your own home to save money throughout the year.