Some of the best mothers day gifts you can get dear ol’ mom is the gift of laughter, relaxation, and peace. You’re probably thinking, what does that even mean? Well, let Rakeman Plumbing tell you. Let’s be honest. Your mom probably doesn’t need another nail kit,...
Americans are more concerned than ever that drinking water be kept as pure as possible, especially after a serious contamination incident occurred in Flint, Michigan in 2014. Tighter standards and an increased scrutiny of what is permitted in water supplies has made...
If you’re tired of spending what may seem like hours each week scrubbing your sinks and showers to remove mineral scale, or if you find yourself cycling through appliances like dishwashers, washing machines, water heaters or refrigerators far more quickly than...
Easter Sunday is a popular time for family and friends to gather together for large feasts and activities. Hosting an Easter Sunday dinner at your home may include a lot of people, drinks, and food. But along with preparing a list of party supplies, you should also...
A leak in your house isn’t just an annoyance—it can also become costly and dangerous. A seemingly harmless leak not only increases your utility bills but it can also require expensive repairs to your home. It can even lead to mold and mildew, which can cause health...
Pinterest, Houzz, and HGTV have fueled your fantasies of a glistening, new tile floor; a Hollywood-esque vanity mirror; a glass enclosure shower; and a luxurious Jacuzzi tub. Then, with your hopes high and your dreams big, you start looking at prices for these...
When you live in the middle of the desert, you value clean water. You have to drink it constantly to keep up with the dry air, and you have to bathe more often to keep up with sweat and heat. Even if you work in an air-conditioned hotel, you’ll still feel the...
Most homes in the Las Vegas valley have backflow prevention devices on the irrigation system, the pool fills, hose bibs (outdoor faucets), and possibly the water main serving the house. The backflow device is used to prevent contaminated water (pool water, landscape...
Buying a home in the Las Vegas, NV, area means investing a huge amount of money, so you don’t want to find out later that there are hidden problems that you need to pay hundreds or thousands of dollars to fix. Plumbing issues are some of the most common—and...
As a homeowner, you have many ongoing tasks to keep your home running smoothly. Among these tasks is the maintenance of your plumbing and drainage systems. Even with normal or minimal household usage, the drains in your kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room can become...
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