Category: Plumbing
Is it safe to call a plumber during the coronavirus Covid-19 outbreak?
Inviting a complete stranger into your home during a pandemic isn’t an ideal situation. But then again neither is a burst pipe or backed up sewer line. If you’re wondering whether you should or shouldn’t call a plumber right now or attempt a DIY repair, you are not alone. The truth of the matter is,
Common Summertime Plumbing Issues and How to Prevent Them
Summer means a lot of different things to different people. But when you live in a colder climate like we do in Minnesota, it’s a time to get outdoors and enjoy the nice weather while it lasts. All that time outside, can make it easy to forget about taking care of things inside. But more
Six Common Plumbing Issues and How to Resolve Them
Your plumbing system is important to your home’s flow. Plumbing brings your house all your water and removes all your waste. When your house experiences any plumbing issues, it’s important not to panic and to take action. We commonly see certain types of plumbing issues and with all of them, there are actions you can
4 Ways to Unclog a Drain Without Chemical Drain Cleaner
Clogged drains are an inconvenience that we all have to deal with from time to time. To get rid of drain clogs quickly, homeowners often turn to chemical drain cleaners to resolve their problems. However, chemical drain cleaners can make your clog worse & destroy your pipes! The good news is that you don’t have […]
You Could Be Killing Your Drains With These Food Items
If you’ve ever experienced a clogged drain, you know how frustrating and inconvenient it can be. It’s important to take preventive measures to avoid clogs in the future, such as avoiding certain items from being put down the drain. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some of the most common items that should never be […]
How to Invite a Plumber to Your Thanksgiving Dinner
The holiday season is busy for many people and that includes plumbers. In fact, the day after Thanksgiving tends to be one of our busiest of the year. Not only are people stuffing themselves with turkey, but sometimes they stuff their drains as well. Holiday hosting is stressful enough without accidentally inviting your plumber. Here […]
Most Horrifying Plumbing Disasters for a Truly Terrifying Halloween
Most people enjoy a spooky Halloween. It’s a time for tricks and treats and eerie wonders like witches, vampires, ghosts and goblins. But no one wants to face the true horrors of a terrifyingly awful plumbing issue. In honor of this spooky season, we’ve put together a list of the most horrifying plumbing disasters. Scariest […]
6 Home Wrecking Plumbing Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make
We all make mistakes. It’s a big part of how we learn and grow. But when it comes to your home’s plumbing system, it’s better if you can learn from someone else’s mistakes. Here are six seemingly minor plumbing mistakes that could end up causing a whole lot of damage and wrecking your entire home. […]
Keep Cool During a Plumbing Emergency
As summer heats up, we want to take a minute to remind you how to keep cool during a plumbing emergency. Leaking faucets, slow drains, water heater install or even a clogged toilet are common summer plumbing issues. These repairs can usually wait for a scheduled appointment. But when you have water gushing or sewage […]
Benefits of High-Pressure Drain Cleaning
Slow drains, standing water, bad odors, wet basements are all signs of a clogged drain. Traditional drain clearing and unclogging techniques involve augers, snakes and harsh chemicals. These methods don’t aways work and can leave remnants of the clog in place or worse yet, cause damage to your pipes. One of the best ways to […]
