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Septic Smell in Your House? 5 Causes of (and Solutions for) Septic Tank Odors
Do you smell that? If it smells like septic, you might have a problem. Septic tanks are designed to keep foul odors out of your home, but malfunctions can occur. When septic odors come wafting into your house, it’s extremely unpleasant. Learn about the common causes of nasty sewer smells emanating from your septic tank […]
Drain Cleaning, Plumbing Tips
7 Signs That You Have a Slab Leak
To prevent damage, costly repairs, and high utility bills, it’s important to keep tabs on your home’s condition, particularly when it comes to features like its foundation. The concrete slab that makes up your foundation has plenty of pipes underneath it, and these pipes can leak or burst if not properly cared for, especially during […]
Leak Detection
How to Clean Your Drain with a Drain Snake
When it comes to plumbing problems, sometimes you can DIY the solution. Clogs in the sink or tub can often be easily removed with a drain snake. If you’re experiencing a drain problem, here’s how to use a drain snake to clean it. If you’re experiencing a clog or other plumbing problem and a drain […]
Drain Cleaning
9 Signs Your Sewer Line Needs Repair
A broken sewer line is a serious plumbing problem that could lead to flooding and contaminated groundwater, leaving your home and yours and the health of you and your family at risk. It’s not the sort of plumbing issue you want to ignore. To prevent damaged sewer lines from turning into a major household catastrophe, […]
Sewer Issues
6 Common Causes of Sewer Gas Smells
When waste decays inside your sewer pipes, the consequences can be severe. Besides causing unpleasant sewer odors, rotting waste and residue can lead to gases such as hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, and methane leaking into your residence. These gases can cause severe health ailments, including headaches, memory loss, poisoning, and asphyxiation. If the problem is severe […]
Sewer Issues
Maintain Your Garbage Disposal to Block Smells & Avoid Problems
A garbage disposal is a wonderful modern convenience. You may not think twice about its maintenance until it stops working. Like any appliance in your kitchen, your garbage disposal will have a longer life if it’s well cared for. Unfortunately, many people use their disposals like trash cans, not realizing they aren’t made for certain […]
Garbage Disposals
Meet the School Year Head-On with Our Back-to-School Plumbing Checklist
With the kids at home for summer vacation, getting things done around the house— even minor repairs—can be difficult. Now that they’re back at school, it’s the perfect time to get plumbing repairs done and ensure all the routine maintenance is taken care of too. By getting the work done now, you’ll ensure your home […]
Plumbing Tips
Ask Your Plumber About Hydro-Jetting to Keep Your Pipes Clean
Hydro-jetting, also known as hydro-scrubbing or hydro-cleaning, is not your run-of-the-mill pipe-cleaning technique. By deploying intensely pressurized water, hydro-jetting completely eradicates rubbish, debris, and other obstructions from sewer pipes and lines. It’s much more effective than mechanical rodding and drain snakes for removing nasty roots, grease, rocks, and mineral deposits. Read on to learn how […]
Drain Cleaning
6 DIY Plumbing Tips to Avoid a Disaster
We are a do-it-yourself society brought up by craft- and tool-loving parents, who taught us to have a “can-do” attitude. Though you may be tempted to make every plumbing repair a DIY project, at times it’s best to leave a repair job to experienced professionals. Making a mistake with your home’s plumbing can result in […]
Plumbing Repair
7 Common Causes of Toilet Plumbing Problems
When it comes to household plumbing issues, there’s little more annoying than a broken or poorly functioning toilet. Not only can toilet problems cause your utilities bills to skyrocket, they can make using your bathroom a nightmare. To prevent your toilet from causing issues or breaking down, it’s important to be aware of some of […]