While it might be more convenient to flush wipes, you should dispose of them in a trash receptacle instead. Even wipes marketed as flushable can cause major damage to a plumbing system. Common flushable wipe problems include clogged drains and sewage issues, and even a simple clogged drain could result in expensive repair bills. Still […]
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What Constitutes a Plumbing Emergency?
As a premier provider of emergency plumbing services, we’ve seen it all. We’ve been called out all over to deal with everything from burst pipes to overflowing toilets and everything in between. But it’s not always clear what exactly constitutes plumbing emergencies. What might seem like one could actually just be a stressful situation that […]
How to Mitigate Frozen Pipes
As the holidays approach and the mercury drops, it’s a good time to keep an eye on your plumbing. The cold of winter can wreak havoc on your system, and a burst pipe can quickly flood your basement or your home and cause untold damage in no time at all. You need to have the […]
How to Detect Water Leaks in Your Walls
When many of us think of a water leak, we envision a massive pool of water collecting on the floor from a broken appliance or pipe. Those types of leaks certainly happen, but you need to be vigilant about leaks that hide behind walls. Wall water leaks cause just as much—if not more—damage than visible […]
Disastrous Items for Your Garbage Disposal
Far too many homeowners think of their garbage disposal as a catch-all for their food scraps. While they certainly are convenient tools to have in the kitchen, you need to understand what should and should not go in them. Putting the wrong items down the disposal can lead to plumbing problems and necessitate garbage disposal […]