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 Do I Maintain My Outdoor Faucets?
Hello, homeowners of Gilbert and Mesa, Arizona! Outdoor faucets are the unsung heroes of our homes. They help us water the garden, fill the kiddie pool, wash our cars, and so much more. But how often do we stop and think about their maintenance? Well, your...
Ask Pete: How To Maintain Outdoor Plumbing In Summer?
As the scorching summer months approach, it’s essential for homeowners in Gilbert and Mesa, Arizona, to pay attention to their outdoor plumbing. The extreme heat and dry climate can take a toll on your outdoor plumbing system, leading to potential issues...
4 Ways Rain Affects Your Plumbing
Although Arizona isn’t known as the rainiest place in the United States, it still has heavy rainstorms. That’s because the Sonoran Desert – which spans southern and southwestern Arizona as well as Baja California– has two rainy seasons: one in the winter...
Keep Your Pipes From Freezing This Arizona Winter
Frozen pipes are a common concern for homeowners, especially as cold weather approaches. Temperatures can get down to freezing in the Phoenix area, which puts your pipes at risk. Luckily, there are ways to keep your pipes from freezing this Arizona winter.
Spring Tips For Outdoor Plumbing
Are you ready to make the most of Arizona’s beautiful spring weather? There are so many ways to create an amazing outdoor oasis right in your own backyard so that every day can start and end with a mini vacation. With our ‘Spring tips for Outdoor Plumbing’...
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,...
Video Blog: How To Turn Off Water To Your House
Among the many things, it feels like you are “just supposed to know” is how to turn off the water to your house. But, if you’re like most of us, you may have no idea, especially if you’ve always lived in apartments or it has been someone else’s domain. In...
Hose Bib Repair: Fixing A Leaky Hose Bib
So if you know what a hose bib is, you are already way ahead of the game. Most of us just call it “that tap outside that house that I attach the hose to or get water from”. Not graceful at all, so when you need help fixing a leaky hose bib it helps to …
It’s Time To Winterize Your Outdoor Faucets and Valves
Just like medicine, prevention is the name of the game in plumbing, and in home ownership, to prevent costly problems. If you are an Arizona homeowner and are worried about freezing pipes, very simple precautions can save time and money. We’ll look into...
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