When To Call a Plumber?
When it comes to home care, there are small fixes and there are large fixes. A clogged toilet, for example, can be a small fix if all one needs is a handy plunger to resolve the issue. A burst [...]
Three reasons to pick a plumbing pro
So you have a plumbing problem. Darn!Okay, so we’re not telling you anything you don’t know when we say plumbing issues are a big pain in the you know what. They usually happen at the worst of times, they can [...]
How to look beyond the bottom line for a job quote
Tell a family member or friend that you’re planning to get some work done on the house and it’s almost guaranteed (s)he will eventually tell you to “get three quotes” before you hire someone. It might be hackneyed advice, but [...]
Pete the Plumber cares
Being a plumbing superhero isn’t just about taking care of our community’s plumbing and heating problems. At Pete the Plumber we believe being a superhero is a much bigger responsibility. Over the years we’ve helped many organizations and people to [...]
Five Common Sense Tips For the DIY Plumber
So you want to do a few plumbing jobs around the house, ‘cause you’re thinking, ‘How hard can it be?’ Good attitude… we like it. And because you’re up for the challenge, we’re willing to offer a few Do-It-Yourself (DIY) pointers [...]
Don’t Get Ripped Off, Do Your Homework
How can the average Calgary homeowner avoid getting ripped off when it comes to hiring tradespeople? It’s an important question because it happens a little too frequently these days for anyone’s liking. As much as those of us in the [...]
4 Tips for Winterizing Your Plumbing
Winter’s coming and you need to be ready. Naturally, there are so many things to do, and some are more fun than others. If it comes to a choice between winter proofing the plumbing and shopping for new skis… [...]
Fall Plumbing Tips
The children are back to school, leaves are falling from the trees and there’s now a nip in the air – fall has arrived! Along with the colder temperatures and the falling leaves, autumn brings with it some plumbing issues [...]
Important maintenance tips to avoid expensive repairs
It is essential when owning a home to have preventative maintenance, especially for plumbing. From cleaning your showerhead to ensuring a well-maintained and fresh-smelling garbage disposal, the following are some tips to follow so that you save money – either [...]
How To Become a Professional Plumber?
If your lifelong dream has been to work with pipes and fix leaks, you have come to the right place. There is a satisfaction in knowing you have completed a job correctly and to the best of your ability. The [...]