Lime deposits (or sometimes referred to as limescale) can cause a nasty appearance around your sinks, tubs, and faucets. However, lime deposits don’t just look bad but they can also cause internal problems in your home plumbing or piping systems. Lime deposits are caused from the rich minerals that are in most tap water. To…
The winter offers many different circumstances that can take a toll on the plumbing. From family get-togethers for the holidays, to warm home-cooked meals as well as the increased use of hot water, winter can bring on some rather common problems during the cold months. Below, we at Orsack Plumbing Company has listed the most…
Don’t we all have those old tips and tricks that our parents have told us to use around the house. Maybe they are ways to get rid of hiccups or how to get gum out of your hair. There are some that are real doozies and instead of helping they could do nothing at all…
The thermostat controls on your water heater help you maintain the consistency of the water temperature. Most experts recommend setting the thermostat to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. This temperature is ideal because it is not enough to pose a serious scalding hazard but it is hot enough to ensure the prevention of harmful bacteria growth. The…
When the tub starts to fill up around your ankles during a shower, you know you are doomed to clear out the drain sooner rather than later. Instantly, the thought of having to clear out the drain gives you a nauseating, gut wrenching feeling that there is something gross in the drain, preventing adequate water…
