Why Your Same Drain Keeps Backing Up
Dealing with a recurring clog is immensely frustrating because it makes you feel like you’re failing at basic home maintenance. The truth is that a drain that keeps clogging is usually trying to tell you that there’s a structural problem deep inside your walls or under your yard that a simple plunger can’t reach. Hidden […]
Avoid a Clogged Sewer by Changing a Few Habits
If the only thing that ever passed through your drains was water, you’d rarely have to deal with drain clogs. However, there are some bad plumbing habits that can wreak havoc on your drains and make clogs a common occurrence. Find out more about what habits you need to eliminate starting today. Bad Kitchen Habits […]
When Soft Water Turns Sour: Why Water Softeners Can Make Water Taste Bad
Water softeners are supposed to remove the minerals from water, significantly improving its quality and making it taste great. Sometimes, these systems do not do what they are supposed to, and water develops a salty, metallic or nasty taste. Let’s look at why this happens, what this means and how to fix the problem. Why […]
Professional Drain Maintenance Is More Important Than You Think – Here’s Why
Plumbers recommend scheduling drain maintenance at least once each year. During these services, plumbers carefully inspect drainpipes and pipe connections. They look for blockages, corrosion, leaks and more. They finish routine drain maintenance with professional drain cleaning. Noninvasive sewer line cameras, waste flow monitors, clog detectors, and hydro-jetting or rooter machines make professional drain maintenance […]