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Insulate pipes in unheated spaces such as crawl spaces and garages, seal drafts where pipes run near exterior walls, and shut off and drain outdoor taps before the first hard frost. During a deep cold snap, leaving cabinet doors open on outside walls lets warm air reach the pipes. Pipes that freeze repeatedly may need rerouting.

Shut off the main water valve right away, then turn off power to any wet area if it is safe to do so. Open the taps to drain the remaining water and move belongings out of the way. Once the water is stopped, call a plumber to repair the pipe, and take photos of the damage for your insurer.

It varies with the type of heater, your water quality, how much hot water your household uses and how well it has been maintained. Hard water and sediment can shorten a tank's life. Signs it is nearing the end include rust-coloured water, rumbling, leaks at the base or running out of hot water sooner than before.

Repeated clogs usually point to buildup further down the line, such as grease in a kitchen drain or hair and soap in a bathroom drain. They can also come from a drain pipe with too little slope or a venting problem. Clearing the line and finding the actual cause is what stops the cycle.

Usually, yes, though it depends on how far the fixtures are moving, the direction of the floor joists, access from below and where the main drain stack runs. Moving a toilet is more involved than moving a sink. We plan the new layout with the plumbing in mind so the design works without surprises.

It depends on what needs fixing, how easy it is to reach, the parts involved and whether walls or floors need to be opened. A simple tap repair is very different from tracing a hidden leak. Send us a description or a few photos, with your community or postal code, and we will give you a free, no-obligation written quote.