Category: Tips
Common Water Heater Problems, Causes & Solutions
Hot water is key to many household activities. From cleaning and cooking to bathing and even for use with other appliances, water heaters are one of the most invaluable appliances in your home. When your water heater isn’t functioning like it should, you want it repaired fast. And while today’s water heaters are built to […]
Get a Better View with Sewer Video Inspections
Most of your home’s plumbing system is hidden behind walls, under flooring or underground, making stubborn clogs hard to find. If you’re experiencing blockages or leaks and you have no idea where they are, a sewer line video camera inspection can help locate the issue faster and with less destructive results. What is a Sewer […]
Don’t Be Fooled by These Common DIY Plumbing Mistakes
With April 1st right around the corner, no one wants to look like a fool. And while we can’t prevent you from being the butt of an April Fool’s Day prank, we can help you avoid making these foolish DIY plumbing mistakes. Common Do-It-Yourself Plumbing Mistakes We don’t mean to discourage handy DIYers from tackling […]
Head Back to School with Plumbing Tips from One Hour Rooter
For busy families with children, back to school is its own season. This time of year, they are busy preparing for another year in the classroom, buying school supplies, new clothes and getting ready for an all-new morning routine. That routine is likely one that is going to rely heavily on your home’s plumbing system […]
5 Things You Should Do To Prepare Your Plumbing for Spring
The days are getting longer. The weather’s getting warmer. Winter has melted away and spring is drawing nearer. As wonderful as that all sounds, there’s work to be done. Winter can leave behind a mess and if old pipes and winter damage are involved, it could be a rather disastrous one for homeowners. But don’t […]
The Effects of Winter on Your Plumbing
Winter can be hard on your home’s plumbing system. Add the frigid temperatures of a Minnesota winter to the increased demand on your indoor plumbing as your family hunkers down to wait out the cold for months with hot showers and sudsy soaks in the tub and you’ll understand why your pipes and water-based appliances […]
What to do While You Wait for an Emergency Plumber
You’ve come home to a flooded basement, a burst pipe or awoke to water spraying everywhere. After the panic settles in, you clear your head and call a plumber. But what do you do while you wait? What you do during that crucial time between when you call and when the plumber arrives can help […]
Prep Your Outdoor Plumbing for Winter in 5 Easy Steps
Fall is here and although Minneapolis may still see a few more warm days, the colorful leaves are dropping, signaling the approach of winter. As we fill our to do lists with yard work, leaf removal, gutter cleaning and winterizing around windows and doors, don’t forget to take care of your outdoor plumbing systems. Outdoor […]
How to Detect and Prevent Tree Roots in Your Sewer Line
Trees are a standard for most yards. They provide shade in the summer heat, curb appeal and here in Minnesota, a spectacle of color when the leaves change in the fall. They can also wreak havoc on your lawn and sewer line. Root obstruction is a serious issue that must be dealt with quickly before […]
One Hour Rooter to Aid in Minneapolis Cleanup
One Hour Rooter would like to extend its deepest condolences to George Floyd’s family, friends, and the Minneapolis community. We are deeply saddened and outraged by what happened to George Floyd and the destruction that occurred from the resulting riots. This is not a time to become divided, but a time to come together. We […]
