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Ah, pumpkin guts. Everyone’s least favorite part of Halloween cleanup. If you’re a purist, you will have already removed all the seeds for roasting and portions of the flesh to make a homemade pumpkin pie or other seasonal favorite. But now you’re left with the slimy aftermath. Garbage disposal? Toilet? Trashcan? What’s the next step?

Prevent smelly odors and perpetually dirty dishes by following the steps below to get your dishwasher looking brand new again.

By raise of hand, who wants to wash all of their clothing, bedding and towels by hand in a local creek or river? Yep, that’s what we thought, no one. Washing machines have become so ingrained in the routines all of us keep but it wasn’t even until 1833 that the metal washboard was invented and made widely available to the public. Read on to learn the origins of one of the most essential appliances in your home, the humble washing machine.

Its easy to take your dishwasher for granted. The lowly kitchen appliance does a lot of heavy lifting. Using your dishwasher not only ensures dishes are cleaned and sanitized more effectively than hand washing, it can also save you time and money.

Stinky sink drains are one of the most common complaints we receive from our customers. Odors coming from your sink can make everyday tasks unpleasant. If you're experiencing a stinky drain, give one of our home remedies a try and leave your kitchen or bathroom smelling pleasant once again.

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If the water flow in your sink starts to spurt and sputter out of the faucet, it's time to clean the aerator. Thankfully, it's an easy task that only takes 30 minutes. Get your sink flowing smoothly again by removing mineral deposits and other debris from your faucet's aerator by following these simple steps:

Do you plan on remodeling your kitchen? Perhaps there are some upgrades you want to make to create the kitchen of your dreams. Before doing so, you should understand the details that go into upgrading and/or changing the location of your appliances.

When dealing with a sewage or flood emergency inside your home, it?Коs crucial to be able to differentiate between different types of wastewater.

People will do anything to cut down their water bill. It sounds difficult, but there are many ways to cut water usage around your home and make a big difference on how much you spend a month for water

Water heaters age and will need to be replaced over time, but simple maintenance and knowledge will help you see warning signs or avoid premature repairs. Here are four signs that it likely time to replace your water heater

Spring is the perfect time to evaluate areas of your home that could be susceptible. The water damage experts at Catons are available to help isolate and fix the problem. In the meantime, follow these helpful tips to prevent water damage in your home

Although you might think that a toilet or drain can withstand many different materials, they are actually incredibly sensitive. In fact, flushing or draining the wrong materials can create big problems for you and the environment.

Americans will consume an estimated 22 million turkeys and 318 million pounds of ham around the holiday season! It may be tempting to put all that excess food down your garbage disposal but when in doubt, err on the side of caution.

Winterizing your home is a relatively cheap and easy task that can save you thousands of dollars of repairs and water cleanup. Follow these tips to ensure your plumbing is in good working order all winter long.

Tired of taking showers while standing in four inches of water? Ready to solve that slow water drain in your bathroom sink? Many of these annoying plumbing problems can easily be fixed with some simple DIY skills. Check out these quick and easy ways to unclog a stubborn drain.

When you hire a plumber, your plumbing isn?Коt the only thing at stake. Not only are you letting a man into your home, but you?Коre also allowing him to be around your family. Make sure you do your homework and…Read more ›

Identifying and shutting off your water valve is critical during a plumbing emergency. Because every house has a unique plumbing infrastructure, there could be multiples valves and different access points. This is where Catons can help! We'll can identify the type, access point, and how to shut off your valve. Call us today.

Preventative maintenance can be a lot less expensive than calling a plumber. There is a variety of light maintenance work and checks you can perform regularly to help save yourself money in the long run. Here are some tips &…Read more ›

Life can be hectic and the last thing you or anyone needs is a problem with the plumbing appliances in your commercial building or business. Businesses need to be effective and efficient to become successful and a clogged toilet or…Read more ›

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What makes a true plumber? The average self-repair homeowner may believe that all it takes is duct tape, a wrench and some super glue. Got a leaky faucet? Sounds like it?Коs time to apply that duct tape