Sewer Pipes

What is Sewer Excavation? (And Do You Need It To Repair Your Main Line?)

What is Sewer Excavation? (And Do You Need It To Repair Your Main Line?)

The majority of mainline problems don’t require sewer excavation. Most can be solved with “no-dig” drain cleaning/clearing techniques like cabling or Hydro Jetting. However, there are issues — such as burst or cracked pipes —...

7 Signs of Problems With Your Septic System

7 Signs of Problems With Your Septic System

There are many reasons for your septic system problems, and it’s best to know these 7 signs before they impose a risk to your property.  But first, let’s start by understanding how your septic system...

5 Types of Sewer Pipes

5 Types of Sewer Pipes

There are many types of sewer pipes, but which one is right for your home? If you’re buying a used home, you don’t have a choice of what type of sewer lines are set up...

Hydro Jetting VS Snaking a Line (What Are The Pros & Cons For Each?)

Hydro Jetting VS Snaking a Line (What Are The Pros & Cons For Each?)

If you’ve ever wanted to know strengths and weaknesses of hydro jetting vs snaking a line, then you’ve come to the right page. Although they help solve the same issue, they are different in more...

How To Shut Down Your Plumbing (Remove All Water For Major Repairs)

How To Shut Down Your Plumbing (Remove All Water For Major Repairs)

It doesn’t happen often, but at one time or another, you might need to shut down your plumbing system. In other words, how do you properly put all of the water-using fixtures, appliances, faucets, and...

Do Not Make These French Drain Mistakes (4 Big Errors!)

Do Not Make These French Drain Mistakes (4 Big Errors!)

French drain mistakes happen all the time during installation, especially for do-it-yourselfers. Knowing the four most common mistakes will help you get through the process like a pro. What is a French Drain? A French...

How To Use A Drain Auger (Unblock Your Drain in 2 Steps!)

How To Use A Drain Auger (Unblock Your Drain in 2 Steps!)

Have you ever thought about unblocking a clogged drain but weren’t sure how to use a drain auger? Then this is the article for you! Today, I’m going to talk about augers (also called plumber’s...

Older Bathroom With A Drum Trap? (Here’s How To Clear It!)

Older Bathroom With A Drum Trap? (Here’s How To Clear It!)

Many older bathrooms have a removable metal cap on the floor which covers a drum trap. It’s usually located near the tub. Just like any trap in your home, it can get clogged and needs...

How To Loosen A Stuck Cleanout Plug (4 Brilliant DIY Hacks!)

How To Loosen A Stuck Cleanout Plug (4 Brilliant DIY Hacks!)

Two or more clogged or sluggish drains often are the result of a blockage in your main drain. Unfortunately, you might find yourself up against a fused or stuck cleanout plug when you try to...

How To Unclog A Basement Floor Drain (With A Garden Hose!)

How To Unclog A Basement Floor Drain (With A Garden Hose!)

Have you noticed a periodic backup of water around your floor drain? It’s probably partially blocked. Unfortunately, it’s not going to get better. It needs to be cleared out. But if you’re someone who enjoys...

How to Make an Underground Cast-Iron Sewer Pipe Repair (in 7 Steps!)

How to Make an Underground Cast-Iron Sewer Pipe Repair (in 7 Steps!)

Soil can crush or roots can grow into a cracked main sewer line, causing the entire plumbing system to back up. Even without a blockage, a soggy, smelly lawn may indicate a leaking underground pipe....

The 3 Types of Plumbing Systems (It’s More Logical than it Looks!)

The 3 Types of Plumbing Systems (It’s More Logical than it Looks!)

Every home has 3 basic types of plumbing systems: supply lines, fixtures, and drains. Although it may appear a random puzzle of pipes and fittings, the system and its various components work together in a...

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