South End Plumbing Heating & Air Expert Tips

What To Do If You Accidentally Flush A Clorox Toilet Wand
The short answer is you’ll want to retrieve it with a snake, stiff wire, or a wet vac/shop vac. 
If you’ve never flushed anything down the toilet you didn’t mean to then you’ve never lived. In fact one of the most common calls we get for toilets is where someone’s accidentally flushed something down the toilet. Usually it’s blocks or kids toys, a wash cloth, or a Clorox Toilet Wand. The toilet wands seem to make their way to being flush because the release accidentally gets hit when your flushing or because someone cleaning with the wand doesn’t realize that they are not flushable. In the event that you do accidentally flush a Clorox Toilet wand, you will want to make every effort to retrieve it. Even if it looks like water if flowing down as you flush, they actually can get stuck in the trap of your toilet and cause clogs later on after you’re trying to flush a number two. This will only make matters worse. 

Does a Fan Cool a Room With No One In It?
In general no, a fan cools the occupants of a room, not the air within or the room itself. 
Have you ever wondered why some home owners leave fans on in rooms they aren’t in? Perhaps in a bedroom during the day a ceiling fan might be left on all day. Is there any benefit to this at all, or are they just wasting power? The answer may not be so simple. 

The question of the day is: Is it safe to leave your home with your washer and dryer running? The answer is Dryer-No, Washer-Probably not. 
In the busy world of today the luxury of an automatic washer and dryer is more of a necessity. It would be unimaginable to have anything less than the ability to toss in a load of laundry and forget it. But like Peter Parker’s uncle said “With great power comes great responsibility”. Even though it’s very tempting to leave the house and run errands with the washer or dryer running, you’re setting yourself up for risk of floods and fire. 

Avoiding Toilet Tank Cleaning Chemicals That Damage Rubber Components

Maintaining a clean and fresh toilet is essential for a hygienic bathroom environment. While cleaning chemicals can be effective in tackling stains and odors, it’s important to be cautious about the products you use in your toilet tank. Certain cleaning chemicals can deteriorate the rubber components inside the tank, such as the flapper and other seals. In this article, South End Plumbing will shed light on the cleaning chemicals that can harm these rubber parts and offer alternative methods to keep your toilet clean without causing damage.

Advantages of Concrete Slab Foundations for Plumbing in Charlotte NC

When it comes to building or choosing the foundation for your home in the Charlotte, NC area, the decision between a concrete slab foundation and a crawl space foundation is an important consideration. In this article, South End Plumbing will explore the benefits of concrete slab foundations specifically related to plumbing. By understanding the advantages, associated costs, and potential future repairs, homeowners can make an informed choice that ensures optimal plumbing performance and long-term convenience. Let’s delve into the benefits of concrete slab foundations for plumbing in Charlotte, NC.

Chemicals in Toilet Tank That Can Damage Rubber Components Avoiding Toilet Tank Cleaning Chemicals That Damage Rubber Components Maintaining a clean and fresh toilet is essential for a hygienic bathroom environment. While cleaning chemicals can be effective in tackling stains and odors, it’s important to be cautious about the products you use in your toilet … [Read More]