
What to do after a cold shower! (Repair or Replace Water Heater?)
Repair or Replace Water Heater?
You had a great night’s sleep and you are looking forward to jumping in a hot shower to help you wake up and start your day. You think to yourself, there’s nothing like a hot shower to warm you up. You turn…

How long are your hot showers? Could they be endless?
Want Endless Hot Water?
Do you want hot water on demand and not waste water that is not being used? Have you ever gone to a home show and was fascinated by all the hot water heaters in the convention room? Then your eyes saw it two rows over,…

Don't let your water heater eat itself alive!
Don't let your water heater eat itself alive!
It's sounds scary, but it's true. the minerals and deposits in your water can actually corrode and eat away at your water heater from the inside out.
But your water heater has an ally. It's the…

Don't Let a Pressure-Packed Water Heater Put Your Home at Risk!
Don't Let a Pressure-Packed Water Heater Put Your Home at Risk!
You rely on your water heater to supply your home with warm water to take a shower, wash your hands, and clean your dishes. Over time, your water heater takes a beating, and the…

Tankless Water Heater Venting
Tankless Water Heater Venting
The selection of a tankless water heater is one of the most important decisions a homeowner makes to decrease utility expenses and lower energy consumption.
Once selected, the venting of a gas tankless water…

Four Going Green Plumbing Trends
Four Going Green Plumbing Trends
Today hot topics are all about the conservation of our natural resources, including water. Many people are incorporating green features in their new home design from the kitchen to the yard and the bathroom.…

Do’s and Don’ts of Home Plumbing
Sometimes, internet searches and your wrench are not your friend. Although Google may make you feel as though you are a professional plumber at heart, it can often lead to expensive repairs when you have to call us in. We want to help. Here…

3 Tips to Prevent Plumbing Problems During Fall
Fall has arrived in the northern hemisphere, and in Knoxville that means a profusion of glorious colors as the leaves turn from green to red and gold. What’s slightly less intriguing for the homeowner, however, is the problems caused by those…

Want to Make Your Bathroom "Green?"
Family bathrooms present multiple opportunities to conserve water, use less energy and save money. From simple strategies like adding an aerator to the vanity sink faucet to whole-home solutions such as adding a solar hot water system, eco-friendly…

Plumbing Tips for Summer
We love summer here at Knoxville Plumbing but this time of year can put a strain on your plumbing system and your utility bill. Some of our highly trained and licensed plumbers have offered a few helpful tips to conserve water and save money…

Selling Your Home? Plumbing Improvement Ideas
Selling your home can be a challenge. You want it to shine for prospective buyers but making serious improvements is generally expensive; this includes improvements to your plumbing. Here’s a quick outline of plumbing improvements at each…

Tank vs. Tankless (Water Heaters)
Tank vs. Tankless (Water Heaters)
Conventional storage tank water heaters have been used in commercial and residential applications since the early twentieth century. While most household electronics have taken great strides in terms of new…

Common Water Heater Terminology
Common Water Heater Terminology
It doesn’t hurt to be well prepared when entering an unchartered zone and familiarizing yourself with common water heater terminology. Do just that when you start off on your quest for buying a water heater…

Plumbing Products that Preserve Water, Energy, and Funds
We all like to save money. If we can save money while benefiting the environment, then all the better! Plumbing is an area where you can reap huge savings by paying a bit more up front for water and energy efficient appliances and fixtures.
Your fixtures may be serving you well at the moment, but if you’re in need of a replacement, look into these efficient alternatives for everything from water heaters to faucet washers.
Products with an Energy Star or EPA Water Sense sticker are always the better choice, but there are more advanced options you can go with as well. Here are some ecologically-sound alternatives to look for: