Stories from under the floorboards.
Editorial index for the Phend journal — how-tos, neighborhood stories, and the occasional repair post-mortem from our crew in Mesa, Gilbert, and across the East Valley.
Ask Pete: How Can I Check If I Have A Leak?
There’s hardly anything more stressful than suspecting your home’s plumbing has a leak. Figuring out if you do have a leak can be simple. Finding out where that leak is might be more challenging. But Pete’s here to help, so let’s ask him.
Benefits Of An Indoor Fireplace
There are so many benefits of an indoor fireplace that homeowners are even adding them to their existing homes and remodels. The pure romantic allure is enough for most people but there are even more reasons to consider adding one to your home.
Types Of Fireplaces For Inside Your Home
With winter on its way, now is the time to start thinking about how to keep your home warm and cozy in the cold weather. Having an indoor fireplace provides a great atmosphere and amazing warmth to any home. Read on to find out more about the benefits of...
Ask Pete: Are Low-Flow Toilets A Good Idea To Save On Water?
We have all heard the strong opinions people have about low-flow toilets, but what is the reality? People want to know if low-flow toilets are a good idea to save on water. Let’s ask Pete and find out! Pete, Which Type of Toilet Uses the Least Amount of Water?
Installing Gas Lines For Your Indoor Fireplace
Winter is coming. Wouldn’t a beautiful indoor fireplace be a great addition to your family room or master bedroom? Imagine the romance, visual warmth, and drama of a fireplace without the mess, hassle, and restrictions you have to put up with when you...
Ask Pete: Why Does My Shower Suddenly Start Dripping?
In this edition of “Ask Pete,” Pete answers your questions about your shower. Specifically, why does it suddenly start dripping out of nowhere; not just that it drips constantly, but when it releases water all of a sudden. Let’s find out what could cause...
Water Heater Maintenance Tips and Tricks
A water heater is key to staying comfortable in your home. It gives you warm and hot water for bathing yourself and washing your clothes. When a hot water heater breaks, it can cause serious flood damage to your home. It’s hard to know when your hot water...
What Dissolves Tree Roots in Sewer Lines?
When you learn that as a homeowner you are responsible for all of your home’s plumbing, including the parts that cross your yard, it’s hard not to worry about all that can go wrong. You have surely heard about how tree roots can get into your sewer lines,...
Can I Have a Fire Pit In My Back Yard?
Can you have a fire pit in your Arizona backyard? Yes. Fire pits are a great way to stay warm, gather with friends, and create a gathering space in your backyard. If you follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your fire pit and adhere to local...
Ask Pete: What can I put in my garbage disposal?
We’ve all had that moment where we pause and even panic a little after depositing some item down the drain. Uh oh, can that go down the disposal? We don’t need to worry anymore because Pete has all the answers to “What can I put in my garbage disposal”...
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