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10/14/2026

What do you do when your kitchen sink starts backing up on you? Many homeowners default to snaking the drain without giving it a second thought. https://fowlerplumbing.ca/should-i-snake-my-kitchen-sink-clog-or-hire-a-plumber/

Sometimes that’s the right move, but other times it might cause unnecessary damage or miss vital parts of the problem. So how can you tell which fix is right for your situation? Read our guide to find out.

What do you do when your kitchen sink starts backing up on you? Many homeowners default to snaking the drain without giving it a second thought. Sometimes that’s the right move, but other times it might cause unnecessary damage or miss vital parts of the problem. So how can you tell which fix is r...

10/08/2026

CONTEST CLOSED! WINNER HAS BEEN CHOSEN. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR MORE GIVEAWAYS.

🚨🏒 GIVEAWAY ALERT! MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU! 🌟

QUICK GIVEAWAY WINNER ANNOUNCED TOMOROW MORNING AND MUST BE ABLE TO PICK UP TICKETS BEFORE 2PM AT OUR OFFICE ON JEFFERSON!

We're giving one lucky winner the chance to cheer on the Windsor Spitfires as they take on the Oshawa Generals on STAR WARS NIGHT! 🌌⚔️

🎟️ THE PRIZE:

2 tickets to Windsor Spitfires vs. Oshawa Generals

1 parking pass

An awesome night of hockey and Star Wars fun!

HOW TO ENTER:
⭐ LIKE this post
⭐ FOLLOW Fowler Plumbing
⭐ TAG a friend you'd bring to the game (each tag counts as an entry!)
⭐ BONUS: SHARE this post for an extra entry!

Whether you're cheering for the Spits or joining the Dark Side, this is one giveaway you won't want to miss!

GOOD LUCK, AND MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU! 💙❤️

09/29/2026

Have you ever heard of horror stories about someone's plumbing?

Here are two examples below in the picture of how things can go wrong with DIY Plumbing projects.
If at any time you are unsure, please call a professional, not just in Plumbing, but any trades. It will save you the headache and save your wallet in the long run 👨‍🔧

09/25/2026

Answer: C) Temperature and Pressure Relief (T&P) valve — It automatically opens to release pressure if conditions become unsafe.

🔧 What does a T&P valve do?

The valve protects against two conditions:

1. Excessive temperature 🌡️
If the water inside the tank becomes dangerously hot, the valve can open and release hot water to reduce the temperature.

2. Excessive pressure 💧
If pressure inside the tank becomes too high, the valve opens and releases water, reducing the pressure.

The valve is designed to open automatically when its rated limits are reached.

📍 Where is it located?

On a typical tank water heater, you'll find it:

Near the top of the tank
Threaded directly into the tank
With a discharge pipe attached to it
Usually extending downward toward the floor

The discharge pipe provides a safe path for water and steam to escape if the valve opens.

⚠️ Why is it so important?

A water heater is essentially a pressurized tank containing heated water. If the water becomes excessively hot or pressure becomes excessive and there isn't an effective safety mechanism, the tank can potentially rupture.

The T&P valve is therefore a critical safety component, not simply another plumbing fitting.

09/24/2026

Happy Plumbing Trivia Thursday! 🪠

We made this week a bit easier 😉

What device is installed on residential water heaters to prevent them from dangerously exploding due to excessive pressure or temperature?
⚫️A) Backflow preventer
⚫️B) Water hammer arrestor
⚫️C) Temperature and Pressure Relief (T&P) valve

If you think you know the answer, comment down below!

09/23/2026

* CONTEST IS CLOSED * - we will contact the winners on how they can come and pick up their tickets!

More tickets to give away coming up so stay tuned!!

- SPITFIRE TICKET GIVEAWAY -

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 @ 7:05 WFCU.
Spitfires vs Flint
2 tickets
1 parking passes

THURSDAY OCTOBER 1, 2026 @ 7:05 WFCU.
Spitfires vs NB
2 tickets
1 parking passes

-like this post
-tag a friend and which game you would like to see
-share this post

Winners will be picked at 1:30pm tomorrow, tickets must be picked up tomorrow or Friday morning!
✨Good luck!✨

09/22/2026

Educational Plumbing Tuesday

Have you ever wondered what could be causing low water pressure? Here are the top reasons it could be happening. Make sure to have maintenance done on your plumbing once a year. Doing that could help find problems earlier rather than too late!

09/18/2026

Answer: B) To trap water and prevent sewer gases from entering the building — The curved bend holds standing water, creating a physical seal that blocks foul odors and harmful gases from escaping out of the drain.

The P-trap relies on simple physics to keep your indoor air safe and fresh. Here is a breakdown of how it works and why it is an essential part of every plumbing system:

💥The Water Seal: The curved shape of the pipe retains a small amount of water every time a sink, shower, or tub is used. This standing water creates an airtight barrier that completely blocks sewer gases, methane, and foul odors from traveling up the drainpipe and into your home.

💥The Siphon Effect: As new water flows down from the fixture, it pushes the old water out and over the bend, automatically replacing it with a fresh seal every single time you use the sink.

💥Dry Traps: If a plumbing fixture goes unused for a long time—such as a guest bathroom sink or a floor drain in a basement—the water in the P-trap can slowly evaporate. Once the water barrier is gone, sewer gases can enter the room. Running the water for a few seconds to refill the trap easily solves this.

💥Venting: P-traps work hand-in-hand with roof plumbing vents. Without proper venting, the suction created by draining water could pull the water right out of the P-trap (a process called "siphoning"), breaking the gas seal. Vents equalize the air pressure behind the water to keep the trap securely filled.

09/17/2026

Happy Plumbing Trivia Thursday!!

What is the primary purpose of a plumbing fixture's P-trap?

A) To catch dropped jewelry and small valuables
B) To trap water and prevent sewer gases from entering the building
C) To slow down the water flow to prevent loud hammering noises in the pipes

If you think you know, answer in the comments below!

09/15/2026

Did you know there are four different kinds of plungers? It’s true, and each one is best suited to a specific type of job. https://fowlerplumbing.ca/did-you-know-there-are-different-types-of-plungers-for-different-situations/

We touched on the topic in our recent Facebook post, but we thought it deserved a little more explanation. Let’s go over each of the four types, what makes them unique, and which jobs they’ll excel at or struggle with.

Let's go over each of the four types, what makes them unique, and which jobs they'll excel at or struggle with.