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There’s so much to look forward to when warm weather arrives; neighbors come out of hibernation, lawns turn green, winter coats and gloves get pushed to the back of the closet… there’s also a lot more work to be done around the house. All winter, we focus on staying indoors….

No one wakes up on a Monday morning thinking, “I sure hope my toilet randomly quits flushing today. I just can’t wait to dip into my vacation fund for that repair!” But if you’re a homeowner, you’ll quite likely—at one time or another—find yourself in need of a plumber. Finding…

If you’re a college student or recent grad living on your own for the first time, you might not be prepared to deal with an unexpected plumbing issue. While most dorms and apartment buildings have maintenance staff on call, renting a house on or near campus means you’ll need some basic…

If you plan to spend your golden years living in your current home you’re not alone. According to AARP, nearly 90% of adults 65+ prefer to age in place. Innovations in technology and modern home design have made senior independence more accessible than ever. According to the U.S. Center for Disease…

“Hey, let’s drain hoses and check for leaks behind toilets this weekend!” said no one, ever.  Home ownership may have its privileges, but it also come with some annoyances.  We feel you. Still, ignoring preventative maintenance can cost you. Here are 6 tasks you really do want to add to your honey-do…

Halloween is just around the corner. That means pumpkins, costumes, tricks, treats, and a scary story or two. In the spirit (see what we did there?) of the season, we thought we’d share our own terrifying tales…about clogged drains. The most chilling part? They’re 100% true. At Maplewood Plumbing, we’ve…

Imagine you step out of the bath and pull the drain. Several minutes later, the water is still sitting in the tub. You don’t think too much about it… the water eventually drains. One afternoon, a few months later, you walk into your basement to find sewage backing up. That…

Few phrases quicken a homeowner’s pulse quite like plumbing emergency. A burst water pipe can cause significant damage to your home and everything in it. Homeowner claims for such an emergency average $5,000. A backed-up sewer line is worse, subjecting you and your family to noxious odors and bacteria. While…

The latest Cost vs. Value Report predicts the majority of remodeling projects in the Midwest will increase in value over the coming year. For example, midrange bathroom remodels are expected to return nearly 60% of their cost. For the discerning homeowner, it’s a great time to get going on those…

Modern plumbing is something of a miracle. But, let’s be honest. We don’t really give much thought to it until something goes wrong. When it does, we give our plumbing a whole lot of thought… and usually money, too. The key to avoiding expensive plumbing disasters is recognizing when there’s…