Cleaning your drain is one of those things you probably don’t think about until you’ve got a problem, like a clog or a slow-running drain. Depending on your situation, you may research DIY sewer cleaning methods, hoping they will do the trick, however many of these tips could actually cause… Read More
Cleaning your sewer is one of those things you probably don’t think about until you’ve got a problem, like a clog or a slow-running drain. Depending on your situation, a DIY sewer cleaning method may just do the trick or you may have to call in a professional… Read More
If your home is located in a rural area or anywhere outside of an area serviced by a public sewer system, chances are it has a septic system to handle waste. Unlike a sewer system, which connects your home to a main sewer line that runs to a public wastewater… Read More
Most of us don’t spend much time thinking about the sewer line issues underneath our home. Every day we turn on our taps, do our laundry, run our dishwasher, flush our toilets, and take our baths or showers without a second thought. Unless there’s a problem, our sewer lines typically… Read More
An out-of-sight-out-of-mind way of thinking may be good for some things, but it definitely isn’t good for your drains! Because sewer lines are underground (and out of sight), potential problems can easily go unnoticed. However, closed-circuit television, or CCTV, drain cameras can change all of that—without costing you an arm… Read More
For many homeowners, having to consider replacing their sewer line feels like really bad luck. Maybe your sewer system is older and becoming prone to problems. Or, maybe you’ve uncovered problems with your sewer already, like clogs or cracks in the lines. You may be worried about the time, inconvenience… Read More
There are lots of great reasons to get regular sewer line inspections (which are also called video pipe inspections). Regular inspections can uncover problems in your sewer line before they cause damage to your home (like overflowing toilets or sewer backups into your basement). A professional sewer line inspection will… Read More
In a word, absolutely! In fact, many professional sewer contractors recommend having your drains cleaned every two years or so (and possibly more often if you have an older home). Your drains are a crucial part of your home’s plumbing system. They carry everything from the stuff that gets flushed… Read More
For most people who are considering buying a home, getting a home inspection before sealing the deal is a no-brainer. You want to make sure the major parts of the house you want to buy—from its foundation to its electrical and plumbing systems—are all in good shape and in… Read More
Getting your sewer system checked and cleaned regularly could really be worth your while. Since sewer lines are underground and out of sight, chances are you won’t spot a problem unless it’s too late. And, as far as problems within your home go, a sewer problem is one of the… Read More
