There's nothing much worse for homeowners than plumbing emergencies. When one happens the first few seconds are pure chaos as people try to figure out
Plano Man has a Better Idea for Water Balloons
A Plano man has come up with an idea that could forever change the way kids play on hot summer days. Josh Malone has invented a device he calls "Bunch
Water Main Break Highlights Issue with Aging Infrastructure
In July, a water main break in Los Angeles flooded the campus of UCLA, including the famed Pauley Pavilion basketball court. So much water flooded the
How to Quickly Handle a Plumbing Emergency
When you encounter a plumbing emergency, your first instinct may be to call us at Ben Franklin for help. However, in certain types of emergencies,
Water Conservation During a Drought
Even though we've been lucky in the Dallas area this summer in that many places have received more rain than normal, make no mistake about it - we're
How Plumbers Handle Leak Detection
If you have a leak in your home, it can be incredibly frustrating when you can't find the cause. While many plumbers obviously have sophisticated
What to Do With Broken Faucet Handles
At Ben Franklin, we find that broken faucet handles are a nuisance for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, a broken faucet can also be leaking. Other
What To Do When Pipes Make Gurgling Sound
When you use your sink, your shower or your toilet and you hear that your pipes are making a gurgling sound, then you more than likely have a blocked
Getting the Jump on Running Toilets
You instantly know when your toilet is running. There’s that tell-tale noise as you pass by the bathroom, even though no one has used the toilet for
