"Robert was absolutely wonderful to work with! He was early for the scheduled appointment and was able to flush out my water tank in a timely fashion. He also fixed my bathroom sink without charge! He was extremely kind and curteous. I will be working with Robert for my home needs moving forward. High recommend!"
"Had Groundworks install a drainage system and sump pump in our home’s crawl space. Anthony and his crew, Jordon, Uriel, and James were Outstanding. It was a three day job. They were on time every day and worked their tails off each day. It was a muddy job in cramped quarters. They never complained. Anthony kept me updated on the progress they made each day. Anthony shared pictures of the job as it progressed. They cleaned up the job site each day. Anthony went over all the details at the completion of the job and answered all of my questions. The whole process was Great. From the initial inspection done by Kristy to the office staff and the installation. The communication was also Great. I highly recommend Groundworks for a complete and thorough job."
"Eric and James did a fantastic job educating me on everything about my bathroom shower remodel. They did everything they can to help make this affordable."
"I strongly recommend this company with a family owned business.
I enjoy working with the office with Lucas, my designer and Esteban the installer that was communicate with me through the whole process make sure that everything is accurate through out the job
professional and really feel like a family
The quality was great and I felt good to leave my house, knowing that I have direct installers working in this company.
Was done on time"
"I hired Neli over a week period for 3 different appliances, my dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, and even kitchen sink! I had a fantastic experience: 1. I fixed my dryer with Thomas' excellent remote guidance, changing the timer and the switch! Fabulous guidance Thomas, with lots of money saved! I learned a lot in the process. 2. I determined that there was no dishwasher leak and in the process learned how to check for leaks and trouble shoot for some common repair issues. It cost $40.00 but as I had some water on the floor, I was ready to get a new dishwasher. Now, I am confident that it wasn't a leak and caused by putting in the dishes in a funny manner and not a repair issue. I am using the dishwasher now again with no problem. 3. I determined with Thomas' help that the washing machine had a major problem and could have spun out of control into my wall....no question, it was time to get a new washing machine! This was a well spent $40.00--I even got Thomas advice on purchasing a new washing machine and what to look for. 4. I checked the drainage on my kitchen sink and learned how to empty out the "trap" and that most likely, I am okay, but what to swap out if I have continuing issues with slow drainage. In the end, I saved lots of money, gaining and learning valuable experience! Absolutely fabulous service!"
"The company's field repr. (whose name unfortunately I have forgotten) met me at the property on time and prepared. He gave me about an hour of his time and expertise for NO Charge - during which he viewed the problems with my mobile home and attached, unpermitted deck (a slow slipping and separating between the home and the deck.) He explained his company's policies and procedures, including the advisement that we'd want to hire an independent structural engineer to perform a thorough analysis of the loads and existing (substandard) bracing and supports, and render an opinion and a "prescription" for Terra Firma to work against as to components required to cure the problems. It all seemed very logical, well-thought-out and professional. It turned out that my wife and I decided the scope of the work required and the time to accomplish it went beyond our time frame to secure a habitable dwelling so we went no farther. But, if our situation had been different, I feel confident we'd very happily hire Terra Firma to handle the entire project."
"Overall results were great. Extremely happy with the end results of the project. Stairs demo, landing flooring replacement, guest bath complete remodel. Andy is very meticulous about how things come out, which reflects the pride he takes in his work. Would definitely recommend."
Your home’s plumbing has three types to ensure safe water usage and waste disposal. You have your drinking water plumbing system, which sends clean water to your sinks, bathtubs, and other faucets; the sewage plumbing system, which removes wastewater from sinks, bathrooms, and appliances; and the drainage system, which helps with rainwater runoff control. Each system works to keep your home dry, clean, and functional.
If you don’t want to remove the sink stopper, pour ½ cup of baking soda and 2 cups of boiling water down the drain. Start by pouring 1 cup of boiling water, then the baking soda, followed by the remaining cup of boiling water. Use caution as boiling water can damage PVC or other plastic piping. Using a scrub brush or slightly abrasive sponge, clean the top of the stopper, and run the faucet to ensure the drain is clear and the stopper is clean.
A backwater valve’s purpose is to let the water flow in one direction. It works like a little door that allows water to flow freely in one direction but stops it from flowing the opposite way. A backflow preventer is meant to prevent water from leaving your system, locking out wastewater in the process. Backflow preventers are commonly used by city sewer systems to stop residential wastewater from entering the water supply.
Your toilet handle might not come back up if the nut is loose or the bolt threads are stripped. Try to tighten the mounting nut and wrap plumber’s tape around the handle bolt to fix stripped threads. It’s possible the handle was improperly installed. If that’s the case, you can use the instructions above to correct the handle’s position.
There are many possibilities for why your shower’s water pressure is low. It might be a simple-to-fix issue like the water valves being partially turned off, a dirty showerhead or hose, leaks in the plumbing, or an old showerhead. However, low water pressure in the shower could also indicate a larger issue with your home’s plumbing system.
The Vader, WA homeowners’ guide to plumbing services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Looking to estimate the cost of rough-in plumbing for your new home? We’ve got you covered with a guide that covers the different cost factors for this type of job.
Wondering how much it costs to reroute plumbing? We have the information you need to learn about plumbing vent pipes and cost considerations when installing them.
Need to create a residential plumbing design layout but don’t know where to start? Learn essential plumbing components to create the perfect layout for your home.
There are a few plumbing terms that everyone needs to know. Using this informative guide, you’ll learn plumbing terms like flapper and shut-off valve to help you tackle both emergencies and everyday annoyances.
