Phoenix Homeowner Guides
Do Phoenix Homes Need a Sump Pump? Standing Water After the Monsoon
Whether your Phoenix home needs a sump pump starts with one question: does it have a basement? Here is when a pump helps and what to do about yard water.
Plumbing Answers for Phoenix Homeowners
Straight answers from the team at Brian McQuistion Plumbing & Drain on drains, sewer lines, water lines, water heaters, leaks and everything else that goes wrong under a Phoenix-area home.
Water Lines, Pressure & Water Quality
Who Owns the Water Line to Your House, and What Happens When It Fails?
The line from the meter to your house is a common gray area. Who owns which part can vary by water provider, so confirm yours before you dig or pay.
Repairs, Fixtures & Upgrades
Garbage Disposal Humming or Jammed? What to Check Before You Call
A humming disposal means the motor has power but something is jamming the grinding plate. Here is the safe way to check before you call.
Water Heaters
Tank vs. Tankless Water Heater in Phoenix: Which Fits Your House?
The right water heater is the one your house, gas supply, and hot-water habits can support. Here is how to tell tank from tankless for your home.
Water Lines, Pressure & Water Quality
Low Water Pressure: One Room or the Whole House?
One weak faucet and a weak house tell two different stories. Here is how to narrow down the cause before you call a plumber.
Drains & Sewer Lines
Hydro Jetting vs. Snaking: Which One Does Your Drain Need?
Snaking cuts or pulls a clog out. Hydro jetting washes the pipe walls with high-pressure water. A look inside the pipe decides which one fits.
Leaks, Slab & Repiping
Do I Need to Repipe My House? Signs Valley Pipes Are Wearing Out
One leak is a repair. Leaks that keep coming in different places are a reason to talk about repiping. Here is what to look at first.
Phoenix Homeowner Guides
Sewage Backing Up After a Monsoon Storm? What to Check Before You Call
A backup after a big storm can start in your house line or in the city's main. Here is what to do first, what to check, and who to call.
Leaks, Slab & Repiping
My Water Bill Spiked but Nothing Is Leaking. What Now?
A spike in your water bill has a few usual causes. Check your meter, toilets, irrigation and anything that fills on its own before you call.
Drains & Sewer Lines
What a Sewer Camera Inspection Actually Shows (and When You Need One)
A camera on a cable shows the inside of your sewer line: roots, cracks, sags, and buildup. It points to the fix you need.
Repairs, Fixtures & Upgrades
Why Does My Toilet Keep Clogging? What's Normal and What Isn't
Test the other fixtures first. One toilet clogging is a toilet problem. If everything drains slowly or backs up, look at the sewer line.
Water Heaters
How Long Does a Water Heater Last in Phoenix Hard Water?
Hard water is one reason a Phoenix tank heater ages fast, but not the only one. Here is what decides its lifespan and how to check yours.