Short, practical guides on repairs homeowners ask about, written with Salem's houses and water in mind.
A failed heating element is one of the most common reasons an electric water heater runs lukewarm or cold. This guide shows how the repair works, what to check first and when a Salem homeowner is better off calling a plumber.
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A tankless heater that delivers cold or lukewarm water usually has a cause you can narrow down in minutes. This guide covers the common faults and what a Salem homeowner can check before calling.
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A crack in a toilet bowl or tank can be harmless or can drain water onto the floor. This guide shows how to tell the difference, why patches rarely last and how a replacement works.
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A dripping showerhead or a handle that no longer controls temperature usually means a worn cartridge. This guide walks through the repair and explains when the valve behind the wall has to be replaced.
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Helium leak detection uses a safe tracer gas to find a leak that acoustic and thermal tools cannot pin down. This guide explains how it works and when it is worth the cost for a Salem home.
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Installing a kitchen sink and a garbage disposal together is a manageable project if you plan the order of work. This guide covers the steps, the mistakes that cause leaks and where a Salem homeowner should bring in a plumber.
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A shutoff valve that will not close or drips from the handle is a hazard waiting for a bad day. This guide explains how to pick a replacement valve, how the swap works and when to call a plumber.
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A wall-mounted tankless unit can free up floor space, and a closet is a common location. This guide covers the clearances, venting, air supply, gas and drain that decide whether your closet works.
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Vinegar and baking soda are a popular home fix for a stopped toilet, but they only help in narrow cases. This guide explains what works, what does not and when to stop and call a plumber.
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The short run of pipe at a water heater takes a beating from heat, corrosion and movement. This guide explains why those pipes fail, how replacement works and what Salem's water test results say about copper.
Read the guideEach guide follows the Massachusetts plumbing code, 248 CMR 10.00, as the standard for repairs, and is written by the Salem 24/7 Plumbing team. Need a plumber instead of a guide? See our services or our Beverly page.
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