We’ve all been there. Your water bill comes in and, of course, it ends up being higher than you expected. In fact, a lot of our customers around the Fox Cities, and some of our employees, have been noting higher utility costs in general, which has been causing frustration. If you’re concerned about high utility…
If you haven’t considered a Navien tankless water heater for your home or business, now is the time. These little heaters are incredibly powerful, look great, and have saved Watters Plumbing customers throughout the Fox Cities area money on their utility costs. If you’ll be in the market for a new water heater soon, check…
It’s a fairly common occurrence in our showroom: Our phone will ring and we’ll hear a frantic or frustrated caller on the other end. We’ll generally hear something like, “I was trying to update my bathroom and…” or “I thought I could fix this but…” A lot of well-meaning homeowners around the Fox Cities take…
From frozen pipes during the frigid Wisconsin winters to flooded basements during the spring thaw and everything in between, we handle all sorts of plumbing emergencies here at Watters. We understand how frustrating and downright scary it can be when your plumbing system isn’t working as it should. That’s why we’re here! The most important…
Bathroom drains encounter a variety of waste throughout the day, like toothpaste, soaps, mouthwash, and germs from our hands. Some of these may contribute to a nasty bacteria buildup that can occur in the drain pipes due to the wet environment. That can lead to weird odors and smells coming from the drain. Whatever the…
From showers to drinking to cleaning, you use a lot of water every day. If you really think about it, do you know what’s actually in the water you and your family use constantly at home? Generally, there are some extras added. Chlorine is added to our water supply here in the Fox Cities and…
The busy holiday season is here and we are loving it! Family dinners, holiday parties, “Friendsgiving” celebrations, and other festivities are essential for the holidays, but be cautious about how you dispose of food while cooking and after a meal. You can easily go from enjoying quality time with friends and family to having your…
There’s no doubt winter takes its toll here in the Fox Cities and Green Bay area. We’ve seen wind chills ranging from -30 to -60 with blowing winds, frequent school closures, slippery roads and, of course, plenty of plumbing issues due to the cold and snow. One of the main issues we deal with throughout…
Leaks can be incredibly tricky — and sneaky. They’re not always that constant “drip, drip, drip” noise you may think of. They often go undetected for months, costing homeowners and business owners hundreds of dollars or more each year and wasting tons of water. We hear from people throughout the Fox Cities that have had…
When was the last time you took a good, hard look at your bathroom? It’s a room you use frequently but probably don’t give much thought. Maybe it’s time you did. Your bathroom is an important room in your home and essential to your family’s health and happiness. It deserves a little TLC. Whether it’s…