Guides reviewed by Mike Hanson
26 years
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Galvanized Pipe Corrosion: Signs, Risks, and What to Do
Easy · 15 min. How to tell if your galvanized pipes are corroding, what the risks are, and when to replace them. WA plumber reviewed with 26 years experience.
Kitchen Faucet Spray Head Replacement: Fix or Replace Guide
Easy · 10 min. How to replace or fix a kitchen faucet spray head — what's worth repairing vs replacing. WA plumber reviewed with 7 years experience.
Leaking Temperature Pressure Relief Valve: Causes and Fixes
Easy · 15 min. Why your T&P valve is leaking, whether it's dangerous, how to replace it, and when an expansion tank is the real fix. WA plumber reviewed with 26 years experience.
Limescale Buildup on Pipes and Faucets: How to Remove It and Stop It Coming Back
Easy · 15–30 min. How to remove limescale from faucets, showerheads, and water heaters using vinegar or CLR. What causes white scale and how to prevent it. WA plumber reviewed with 26 years experience.
Signs of a Failed Sewer Lateral: How to Tell Before It’s Too Late
Easy · 10 min. Warning signs your sewer lateral is failing — from slow drains to sewage smell in the yard — and what each symptom means. WA plumber reviewed with 26 years experience.
Toilet Repair vs. Replacement Seattle: When to Fix and When to Replace
Easy · 10 min. Whether to repair or replace your toilet in Seattle, and what each option costs. WA plumber reviewed with 7 years experience.
Tree Roots Clogged Drain: What to Do
Easy · 10 min. What to do when tree roots clog your drain, how to clear it, and how to prevent it from recurring. WA plumber reviewed with 16 years experience.
Trenchless Pipe Repair in Seattle: What It Is and When It Makes Sense
Easy · 10 min. How trenchless sewer repair works in Seattle and when it's worth the cost versus traditional excavation. WA plumber reviewed with 7 years experience.
Why Is My Hot Water Pressure Low But Cold Is Fine? (And How to Fix It)
Medium difficulty · 20–30 min. Why your hot water pressure is low while cold runs normal. WA-specific causes. Reviewed by a WA plumber with 24 years of experience.