A Dry Winter in Salt Lake City Means One Thing: We Need to Use Less Water

If you’re in Salt Lake City, you’ve probably noticed it already—this winter felt different. Less snow. Warmer temps. Bare mountains longer than usual. That matters more than most people realize. Snowpack is Utah’s main water source, and when we don’t get enough, it puts pressure on everything from reservoirs to household water supply heading into […]
Turn Your 2025 Tax Refund Into Home Equity with Monkey Wrench Plumbing

Consider Using Your 2025 Tax Return Differently this Year Consider turning your 2025 Tax Refund into home equity this year. The 2026 tax season is officially here, and for many homeowners, the news is better than usual. Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) signed last year, tax refunds this spring are projected […]
How Utah Homeowners Can Save Water During a Drought (and How Your Plumbing Can Help)

Utah is no stranger to drought conditions — and this year, with below-average snowfall and limited moisture in our watershed, many Salt Lake City and Utah County residents are feeling the effects. Dry conditions don’t just impact outdoor landscaping; they influence water supply, utility bills, and long-term plumbing health. At Monkey Wrench Plumbing, we want […]
Your Sewer System Is One Year Older – Here’s What to Watch for in 2026

As we step into a new year, it’s not just our calendars that are getting older; your home’s sewer system is too. Whether your pipes are PVC, clay, cast iron, or a mix of everything in between, sewer lines naturally wear down over time. And here in Utah, with our shifting soils and cold winters, […]
Water Quality in Salt Lake City:

Common Water Quality Issues & Expert Water Quality Solutions Salt Lake City is well-known for its beautiful mountain water sources—but despite how good it tastes coming out of the mountains, by the time it reaches your home, it’s full of hardness minerals, sediment, and chlorine. Local homeowners deal with everything from white scale on fixtures […]
Seasonal Plumbing Checklist for Salt Lake City Homes

Winter in Salt Lake City means freezing nights, heavy holiday cooking, and lots of family gatherings. Nothing can ruin the mood like cold showers, clogged drains, or, worse, a flooded basement. Here’s our step-by-step guide to protecting your home and keeping your guests comfortable this holiday and cold season in Salt Lake City. 1. Flush […]
From Clogs to Cleanouts: What Utah Homeowners Should Know About Sewer Repair In Millcreek

If you’ve got a slow or smelly drain, it might be more than just a clog—it could be the first sign of a bigger issue with your sewer line. At Monkey Wrench Plumbing, we’ve seen it all across Salt Lake City and Millcreek: cracked pipes, root intrusions, collapsed Orangeburg lines, and more. In many cases, […]
