That dripping sound: Is my fixture just annoying, or is it a major problem?

A person trying to stop a dripping sound by tightening a chrome bathroom faucet handle.

You are lying in bed, the house is silent, and then you hear a constant dripping sound. It is one of the most frustrating sounds a homeowner can face. Most people try to ignore it, thinking it is just a minor quirk of an aging sink. However, that tiny sound is often a signal from … Read more

When Should I Get a Leak Detection Check?

Professional plumber performs a leak detection check and repair on a water heater unit in Knoxville.

Plumbing leaks are sneaky. They don’t usually burst dramatically on a Tuesday afternoon like in the movies. Instead, they start small, deep behind a wall or under a slab, quietly stealing hundreds of gallons of water and causing costly damage. If you live in Knoxville, knowing when to call for leak detection isn’t just smart, … Read more

Get Your Annual Plumbing Checkup!

Professional plumber inspecting pipes under a kitchen sink during an Annual Plumbing Checkup

We all schedule checkups for our cars, our teeth, and our heating systems, but how often do we schedule one for the most necessary system in our property: the plumbing? For homeowners and businesses, the plumbing system is out of sight, out of mind, until disaster strikes. Here we explain why an annual plumbing checkup … Read more

Are You Flushing the Wrong Things?

Modern bathroom with toilet, sink, and houseplant illustrating proper flushing habits

If you’ve ever wondered why your drains clog at the worst possible moments, here’s a simple truth: most of the time, the problem starts with everyday habits. The things flushed or rinsed down the drain may seem harmless, but inside your pipes, they create problems you can’t see until it’s too late. This applies to … Read more

No Hot Water? 5 Signs Your Standard Water Heater is Dead

A professional plumber using a wrench to perform diagnostics and repair on a standard water heater or boiler control panel.

If you’ve ever had a shower abruptly turn cold, you know the frustration that comes with a traditional water tank. Standard water heaters store a huge volume of water and constantly reheat it, which causes annoying hot water shortages and unnecessarily high utility bills. This is a major household problem, but there is a reliable … Read more

5 Common Toilet Problems & How Hard Knox Plumbing Solves Them

A clean white toilet tank in a residential bathroom, showing the fixture that experiences Common Toilet Problems like running water and leaks.

The toilet is the most used plumbing fixture in your home or business. When it starts acting up, it’s more than just annoying, it can silently drive up your water bill and threaten your flooring. If you’ve ever had to jiggle the handle, use a plunger three times, or find water pooling around the base, … Read more