Have you ever gone to take a hot shower only to discover that the water isn’t nearly as warm as it should be? This can be incredibly frustrating, especially if it’s been happening for quite some time.  If your hot water supply is running low and you don’t know why, here are five potential reasons why you’re not getting enough hot water.  1. You Need to Change Out Your Water Heater If your home has an older water heater system,

Hi everyone! In case you missed it, South West Plumbing has moved to our new 40,000-square-foot facility across from Ikea in Renton, WA. We are still proudly serving King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties and wanted to get the word out that we are standing by to assist with any of your home’s plumbing needs.  While we absolutely loved operating out of West Seattle for over 20 years, we ran out of space at that facility. We have more trucks and

In this week’s episode, Kirk gives you some tips on whether or not you should replace or repair your toilet. Does a leaky faucet mean that you need to replace the entire faucet? Does it leak? Who knows – Kirk knows! Watch this episode and find out! If you are in need of a plumber or an electrician, you know the One to Call!

Introducing South West Plumbing’s new series: “Ask a Plumber,” with one of your favorite plumbers Kirk Thompson. As a home service company, some questions are bound to be asked more frequently than others. And while we will gladly answer them in person, we thought it might be easier for you to get some of our most frequent questions answered on your phone or computer.  In this episode, Kirk answers some basic garbage disposal questions… Such as what to do when

Plumbing pipes in your home are comprised of two different types of pipes: water supply pipes and drain-waste-vent pipes. Water supply lines bring water into your home, first passing through the meter and then divided into cold water and hot water that will go into your water heater before coming to your faucet. Drain-waste-vent-pipes remove water and sewage from your sinks, showers, tubs, appliances, and toilets. If clean water is flowing from your pipes, you have probably not given much

Our furry companions have some strange habits, including drinking from the toilet. Owners might be tempted to accept this as a harmless character flaw, especially if they keep their toilets clean. However, this practice could prove to be harmful or even deadly for your pet. Why Are Pets Attracted to Toilet Water? Some experts believe animals are drawn to running water in general, no matter the source. It’s common for a dog to lap up water from a hose when their owner washes