The Importance of Water Softeners in Utah to Combat Hard Water

Water softener machinary

By Matt Naylor, Licensed Master Plumber at Beehive Plumbing When it comes to the water in Utah, one thing stands out above all else—it’s hard. In fact, Utah’s water is twice as hard as the national average. This means our water in Utah is full of minerals like calcium and magnesium. While that might not […]

Top Warning Signs That Your Water Heater Is About to Fail

Water heater tank located in the attic of a house.

By Matt Naylor, Licensed Master Plumber at Beehive Plumbing Your water heater plays a vital role in keeping your home comfortable. When it’s working well, you may not think about it much. But when it starts to fail, the problems can escalate quickly. Those issues could range from a lack of hot water to full-blown […]

Why Water Pressure Matters and How to Manage It In Your Home

Water pressure valve to measure the water pressure in case of a water tank failure.

By Matt Naylor, Licensed Master Plumber at Beehive Plumbing Most homeowners don’t give much thought to the water pressure in their home. But it’s something that can have a big impact on your plumbing system. Just like high blood pressure is harmful to the human body, high water pressure can damage your pipes, fixtures, and […]

Winter Prep: 5 Steps To Protect Your Pipes and Plumbing From the Cold

Water spigot leaking water from a broken pipe.

By Matt Naylor, Licensed Master Plumber at Beehive PlumbingAs winter approaches, homeowners should take proactive steps to protect their plumbing systems from the cold weather. Winterizing your plumbing now will help you avoid costly repairs and inconvenient disruptions later. Here’s what you need to know to prepare your home’s plumbing for the colder months ahead. […]

Preventing Clogged Drains: Plumbing Tips to Save Homeowners Money

By Matt Naylor, Licensed Master Plumber at Beehive Plumbing As a homeowner, dealing with clogged drains is never fun. Often, you don’t realize there’s a problem until the water won’t go down. It’s one of those “out of sight, out of mind” issues that suddenly becomes urgent when the drain stops working. Here at Beehive […]