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.
High-Pressure Heaven: Unlock Your Shower’s Potential
Hello, homeowners of Gilbert and Mesa, Arizona! There’s nothing quite like starting or ending your day with a shower that delivers the perfect pressure. But when the water trickles out, it’s more frustrating than refreshing. As your trusted local plumbers,...
Ask Pete: Why Is My Bathroom Sink Draining Slowly?
The Question: Why Is My Bathroom Sink Draining Slowly? A slow draining bathroom sink is one of the most common calls we get. Other than an overflowing toilet, there are few plumbing issues that are as obvious as that sink full of water — and other stuff....
How To Increase Water Pressure In The Shower
Taking a shower with low water pressure is an unpleasant experience – especially if you’re someone who looks forward to taking a long, relaxing shower. If you’re looking to fix this bothersome problem, we’re here to help. Trust our expertise on how you can...
What Are The Types Of Urinals?
Businesses know they need urinals for the men’s restroom, but did you know they can even be installed in your home, too? Learn about the various types of urinals that are available for your home and for your businesses and you can decide for yourself if a...
Shut-off Valve Types and Where to Find Them
Shut-off valves are an important part of your home’s plumbing system. They’re a simple but crucial tool that helps you control your house’s water flow and easily make repairs. If you’ve never heard of them, now is the time to learn about the different...
Types of Toilet Seats
Toilets may be the most underappreciated innovation of all time. Only those who camp a lot or who have lived with an outhouse can understand how great plumbing truly is, and what a luxury a comfortable toilet seat is, too.
Why Does My Toilet Keep Clogging?
Why does my toilet keep clogging? If you’ve ever wondered if your toilet is possessed or just want to know why it keeps clogging, here’s why and what you can do about it.
Low Versus High Pressure Shower Heads
In our complicated modern lives, bathrooms have become the inner sanctum of our home sanctuary. We want our showers to be perfect and when they aren’t we need to fix that right away. Do you need a new shower head to make it perfect? Or are you looking to...
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