It’s important to do routine maintenance throughout your home, especially when it comes to plumbing. When routine maintenance like drain cleaning is neglected, it can cause serious damage to the homes plumbing system. There are a multitude of common plumbing problems that can be avoided with routine drain cleaning, and it’s important that you know how to address them.
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How Installing a Sump Pump and a Dehumidifier Will Defeat Basement Humidity
The basement is one place where a homeowner does not want humidity to exist. Excess humidity in the basement creates a number of problems, including: Wall damage Mold, mildew and fungus growth Floor damage Ceiling damage Paint damage
Read moreHow Tree Root Removal Can Repair Multiple Plumbing Issues
It can be wonderful having a yard filled with bushes and trees. However planting these gardens or inheriting them from past homeowners with a green thumb brings a host of plumbing problems. Roots from trees, shrubs, and even ivy can be strong enough to pull apart metal and PVC pipes; roots seek out sewer and feed lines because they are a [ … ]
Read more4 Plumbing Issues High Pressure Hydro Jetting Can Help to Avoid
Over time drains can get clogged up by everything from minerals in the water, grease, and miscellaneous debris. Among the more common ways to remove clogs is with a plumbing snake or auger. Snakes are useful when dealing with smaller clogs such as a buildup of hair in the drain; however a snake may not be able to remove [ … ]
Read moreGet Your Sewer Backup Cleared With Drain Snaking
One of the best ways to clear up drains and prevent future drain problems is with drain snaking. This is one of the oldest and most reliable ways of removing any kind of backup, from toilets to sewers. Homeowners should consider it as a regular part of their home maintenance routine, and ensure it’s done when [ … ]
Read moreWhat To Do About Troublesome Condensation on Pipes
Are your pipes sweating? This is a common problem, especially for those people who live in older homes. Metal cold water pipes, including copper and galvanized steel, account for the most significant condensation issues, while plastic piping sweats less. Pipe condensation occurs when airborne moisture comes into contact with a cool surface, such as a cold [ … ]
Read moreThe Five Most Common Basement Plumbing Problems
When plumbing works properly a homeowner rarely thinks twice about the mechanics of the toilet, water boiler, or washing machine. However once these appliances and items get clogged and cease working, it can be a very stressful situation. By understanding and being aware of the five most common basement plumbing problems, a homeowner can recognize these [ … ]
Read moreHow to Upgrade Your Kitchen Sink Plumbing
Having working kitchen sink plumbing is one of the most important aspects of a productive home. Kitchen sinks allow us to have family dinners, host dinner parties, and prepare our favorite foods, but its usefulness tends to go unnoticed. That is until something goes wrong, and the bill for its repair shows up. Pipes can easily [ … ]
Read moreFive Important Tools for Almost all Plumbing Repairs
Unexpected plumbing repairs are a financial burden for homeowners, causing unnecessary stress and headaches. However, homeowners often make the mistake of placing a service call for work they could do on their own. With the right set of tools, homeowners can tackle minor plumbing repairs, and save themselves hundreds of dollars. These five simple tools are [ … ]
Read more4 Essential Tips for Home Plumbing Maintenance
While often overlooked, the plumbing in your home can be easily checked and maintained in minutes. Discovering a plumbing issue in the early stages is vital for the long term functionality of your pipes. Following this simple advice will not only ensure your pipes are in working order, but also prevent costly repairs in the future.
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