Tips to save water

Tips to save water

Water-saving strategies for Auckland and Hibiscus Coast homes Water is a precious resource, and now that summer has eventually arrived, conserving water has become increasingly important. If you want a way to gauge your water footprint, Watercare Auckland has a great...
Can I put coffee grounds down the sink?

Can I put coffee grounds down the sink?

The short answer: No! Coffee grounds are plumbing’s worst enemy yet a garden’s best friend. Plants, soil, and even worms love them. The temptation to quietly throw coffee grounds down the kitchen sink can be hard to resist. But don’t do it. It may seem...
The fallout of a drop in toilet bowl cleaner

The fallout of a drop in toilet bowl cleaner

Saving time or saving your toilet? I don’t know anyone who actually enjoys cleaning their toilet. Most of us want to find fast, painless ways to get the job done. So, it’s hardly surprising that drop-in toilet bowl cleaners, toilet rim blocks and toilet fresheners are...
Rats chewing through water pipes

Rats chewing through water pipes

Rats and plumbing Let’s talk about rats. No, we’re not going to discuss those tests that go up your nose, we’re going to talk about those horrible, gnawing, disease spreading-vermin (no, I don’t like rats) that get in your roof and quite frankly, get...