by Troy Koopman | Jan 10, 2023 | Plumbing Advice
If you’re like other residents of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, you’re probably hearing the word sustainable a lot these days. So, what exactly does sustainability mean? National Geographic puts it simply: “Sustainability is the practice of using natural resources...
by Troy Koopman | Oct 6, 2022 | Plumbing Advice, Water Quality
When it comes to water, most Americans, including residents of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, are extremely fortunate. In other parts of the world, clean water is not something that can be taken for granted. Here, we turn a faucet and expect sparkling clear water to...
by Troy Koopman | Jul 4, 2022 | Plumbing Advice
Have you ever stopped to consider where your water comes from and how it gets to you? If you’re like most homeowners, utilities are a little bit mysterious. You flip a switch and Voila! the lights go on or the house gets warmer or cooler. You turn the faucet and Poof!...
by Troy Koopman | May 31, 2022 | Plumbing Advice
For years, a traditional water-heating system with a tank was the only option to provide your home with the hot water it needed every day. These devices typically range in size from 30-80 gallons. They keep their contents heated and provide hot water when a faucet tap...
by Troy Koopman | May 2, 2022 | Plumbing Advice
Utility costs in Texas are relatively low compared to those paid by homeowners and renters in other states. Most annual water bills in Texas are about 15 percent lower than the national average of $288 but the cost of water in Texas varies greatly. Because the cost of...