Plumbing Tips & Updates From CHV Plumbing

Practical advice from licensed Michigan plumbers on leaks, drains, water heaters, and keeping your home protected.

Slab Leak Warning Signs Every Michigan Homeowner Should Know15Oct, 2026
By Aaron Mitchell

Slab Leak Warning Signs Every Michigan Homeowner Should Know

Learn the crucial signs of a slab leak to protect your Michigan home's foundation and avoid expensive repairs.

How to Protect Your Pipes Before the Next Michigan Freeze6Oct, 2026
By Andrew Blake

How to Protect Your Pipes Before the Next Michigan Freeze

Winter freezes can cause serious damage to your Michigan home's plumbing. Learn how to prevent it.

Hard Water in Michigan: When a Water Softener Pays for Itself27Sep, 2026
By Maria Delgado

Hard Water in Michigan: When a Water Softener Pays for Itself

Hard water can be a costly issue in many homes, but a water softener can offer significant long-term savings.

Tankless vs. Tank Water Heaters: What Works Best in Michigan18Sep, 2026
By Travis Baines

Tankless vs. Tank Water Heaters: What Works Best in Michigan

Incoming water temperature, garage conditions and hard water all change the tankless versus tank math for Michigan homes.

Kitchen Sink Backups: Causes, Prevention and Quick Solutions9Sep, 2026
By Dana Whitfield

Kitchen Sink Backups: Causes, Prevention and Quick Solutions

Grease, coffee grounds and hard water scale team up inside kitchen drains. Here is how to clear a backup and prevent the next one.

Underground Pipe Damage: Common Causes and Modern Repair Solutions31Aug, 2026
By Luis Ortega

Underground Pipe Damage: Common Causes and Modern Repair Solutions

Underground pipes are out of sight, but not out of mind for Michigan homeowners. Learn what causes damage and how it gets fixed.

Hydro Jetting vs. Snaking: Which Drain Cleaning Method Do You Need?22Aug, 2026
By Aaron Mitchell

Hydro Jetting vs. Snaking: Which Drain Cleaning Method Do You Need?

Clogged drains are a headache, but knowing the right cleaning method, hydro jetting or snaking, can save you time and money.

Why a Sewer Camera Inspection Belongs on Every Michigan Home Inspection13Aug, 2026
By Andrew Blake

Why a Sewer Camera Inspection Belongs on Every Michigan Home Inspection

Discover why a sewer camera inspection is a non-negotiable part of any Michigan home inspection.

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