Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Nor Cal

The bathroom shower is a wonder of modern ingenuity. Ever wondered who invented the shower? Although there may be earlier partial versions, the first functional shower design was invented by the Greeks in around 300 B.C.

We are familiar with the latest in technology if you are interested in upgrades that could increase energy efficiency. For example, we can explain the benefits of solar water heaters.

Want to clean the jets on your showerhead for better water flow? You may need a new showerhead to fix a structural problem or deterioration due to oxidation. If you have simple lime scale buildup, though, try spraying the showerhead with undiluted white vinegar.

The Indus Valley Civilization existed in modern-day Pakistan from around 4,000 BC through 3,000 BC, and has some of the earliest examples of plumbing. In addition to flush toilets, archeologists have also found copper pipe used for plumbing.

Are you always concerned that your pipes will burst when the weather first turns cold? Properly winterizing your pipes can go a long way to keeping your pipes intact and your floors dry.

Before you attack that clog on your own using a snake, make sure you know what you are dealing with. Clogs in traps can be fixed simply by removing and cleaning them. Clogged toilets can oftentimes be unclogged with a plumber. A snake is for specific types of problems.

Have you ever noticed how a simple plumbing repair around the house can eat up your entire weekend by the time you get the parts you need and figure out how to install them? Let us help you reclaim you weekend by taking these tasks off your list.

It's important to regularly check your home for any signs that a water line or appliance is leaking. Our regular maintenance checks take us both inside and outside your home to inspect all plumbing lines and appliances.

It takes care and expertise to clear a blocked septic drain line, so it’s a job best left to professionals. Not only do septic lines contain powerful sewer gasses that can be dangerous, but different blockages require different solutions like auguring or jetting.

Did you realize that it's pretty easy to scald yourself with hot tap water? For example, it only takes five seconds for 140-degree Fahrenheit water to burn your child's hands. Consider dialing back the heat in your water heater if you have young children at home.

Iranian archeologists have unearthed an ancient system of drains and sewers at Persepolis, once the capital of ancient Persia (circa 500 BC). Branching canals, decorated with bas-relief carvings, were built to channel waste water away from the city center.

Ever counted the drips coming out of your leaky showerhead or sink faucet? Maybe you should: A faucet that drips at a rate of 10 drops a minute wastes enough water over the course of a year to run 60 dishwasher loads.

A major benefit of no-flush urinals is that are fewer parts involved because you aren't pumping water up to the top floors and then down from the urinals. A waterless urinal requires very little maintenance because of the lack of moving parts, creating a significant savings.