by David Topelko | Aug 31, 2026 | Plumbing Tips, Uncategorized
Adding a garden suite, carriage house or other detached dwelling changes more than your property’s footprint. It adds an entire second plumbing system that has to work independently, or at least semi independently, from the main house. Get those decisions made...
by David Topelko | Aug 14, 2026 | Plumbing Tips, Uncategorized, Water Conservation
Hot water costs add up quietly. It’s one of the biggest chunks of a household’s energy bill, and most of that cost comes from waste you never actually see, water heated but never used, heat lost through an old tank, or a fixture running longer than it...
by David Topelko | Jul 30, 2026 | Plumbing Services, Plumbing Tips
Building an outdoor kitchen sounds simple until you get into the details. You’ve picked out the barbecue, maybe you’re dreaming about a pizza oven, and you can already picture yourself out there on summer evenings. But before any of that gets installed,...
by David Topelko | Jun 30, 2026 | Plumbing Basics, Plumbing Tips
As a trusted plumbing company serving Greater Victoria and Sooke for over 20 years, the team at Homewise Plumbing & Drainage has heard just about every plumbing myth out there. Some sound like harmless household tips. Others can quietly lead to clogged drains,...
by David Topelko | Jun 15, 2026 | Drain Maintenance, Plumbing Tips
Grease is one of the leading causes of kitchen drain blockages, and most homeowners don’t realize it until there’s already a problem. When poured down the sink, it cools quickly inside your pipes and solidifies, gradually building up over time and...
by David Topelko | May 29, 2026 | Plumbing Tips, Uncategorized, Water Heater Maintenance
When it comes to water heaters, bigger isn’t always better, and smaller can quickly become a daily frustration. The right size depends primarily on your household size and water usage habits, not just the square footage of your home. Household Size vs Tank Capacity...
