Are your plumbing pipes leaking? Learn about how to fix a leaky pipe, why they leak and how to prevent this issue from happening ..read more

Having one of the pipes in your plumbing burst is every homeowner’s nightmare. In Toronto, where harsh winters and ice storms put extra pressure on plumbing systems, that’s doubly so.  A burst pipe means it’s time to act now. The faster you move, the less potential there is for damage and future headaches. Luckily, we ..read more

Garburators (also known as garbage disposals) bring easy convenience to many Toronto kitchens, making it simple to manage food waste. While handy most of the time, when your disposal gets clogged, it can be incredibly frustrating.  Nasty food odours, slow draining sinks, and that annoying grinding noise can leave you wondering why you ever invested ..read more

Seeing brown or rust-coloured water pour out of your tap can be disturbing and unsettling. It’s a serious health concern for you and your family; No one wants to see brown water coming out of their taps. While the problem could just be temporary, it’s a good idea to understand why it can happen.  Understanding ..read more

Nobody wants their home to smell bad, but finding the culprit can be tricky if the source of the odour is coming from your drains! Whether you’re dealing with bathroom sink smells or clogged garbage disposal in your kitchen, these problems can disrupt daily life and indicate underlying issues with your plumbing system.  Fortunately, with a bit of investigation, drain cleaning, and the expertise and reliability of Brampton plumbing experts, you can eliminate those sink drain smells and get your home selling fresh once again. What Causes Bad Sink Drain Smells? 1. Biological Buildup Organic ..read more

Whether you’re a homeowner doing HVAC preventative maintenance, or a seller or buyer evaluating a house for the market, HVAC inspections are an important part of knowing if a home is in tip-top shape.  HVAC preventive maintenance can be daunting if you’re unsure of what to look for, so an HVAC inspection checklist is a handy tool for assessing the functionality and efficiency of a home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.  To ensure that you (or any HVAC technicians you invite inside your home) are covering all the bases in a consistent and efficient manner, we’ve co ..read more

Basement flooding in Toronto has become a growing concern, with instances on the rise due to heavy rainfall and aging infrastructure. The financial impacts can be significant, ranging from property damage and loss of belongings to costly repairs and insurance claims. To alleviate some of the financial burden, the City of Toronto offers assistance through the Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program. Eligible property owners can receive up to $3,400 to implement flood protection measures such as backwater valves, sump pumps, and pipe severance and capping. This program aims to mitigate the ..read more

We are thrilled to announce the recent acquisition of Hoerner Heating & Plumbing Service, a revered provider of plumbing, heating, and cooling services to the residents of Toronto. For over forty years, Hoerner has been the go-to source for dependable and high-quality HVAC and plumbing services in the city of Toronto. Their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has made them a household name. “We are delighted to have Hoerner join the Dr HVAC family. We know that Brendon and the Dr HVAC team will continue our tradition of great customer service for many years to come,” shared ..read more

If you’re reading this, you were probably cleaning up after supper or getting ready for bed. Suddenly you found that your bathroom or kitchen sink won’t drain. Instead, the dirty water is just pooling at the bottom of the sink. What should you do? Well, the first step is to try to find the cause of the sink clog. That will help you figure out how to fix it. So let’s explore the mystery of your clogged drain. Reasons For A Clogged Drain Cooking Oil & Grease When it’s your kitchen sink that won’t drain, chances are cooking oil or grease is blocking it. These two substances, together with the ..read more

You know that dripping tap or slow-draining sink you’ve been so carefully ignoring? Better wake up and get it repaired — SOON! “Little” plumbing problems have a nasty habit of growing bigger, uglier, and more expensive to fix. Watch out for these 10 common plumbing issues which can turn into disasters. Learn why they happen and how you can solve them. 1. What Causes Kitchen/Bathroom Sinks To Clog? Your kitchen or bathroom sinks clog for one basic reason — there’s stuff stuck in the drain. This could be grease, hair, food, waste, soap scum, or other assorted debris. SOLUTION: Remove the blockag ..read more