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As the summer months are in full swing, one of the most common residential household summer plumbing issues is basement flooding. That unexpected downpour of a summer afternoon can quickly turn into an unexpected flooded basement. Rain, along with poor yard drainage and a leaky foundation are the main culprits of basement flooding. One way to help prevent flooding from happening, is to make sure your home is equipped with a sump pump and if it is already, make sure that it is ready for the weather your home will experience. Installing a sump pump is one of the most accessible measures to help prevent basement flooding as well as ensuring that the moisture in your basement is minimal. While having a sub pump will be extremely helpful for excess rain, unfortunately, they are not fail proof. Oftentimes, homes can become overwhelmed with the amount of water entering the structure that the sub pump is unable to keep up with the flow of water. 

Garbage disposals effectively mitigate the threat of a clogged kitchen sink. When you are washing dishes, it’s nearly impossible to prevent every bit of food from going down your drain. Without a garbage disposal, the food will accumulate in your drain and eventually result in a clog. If you do own a garbage disposal, it’s tempting to assume that its powerful motor will continue to grind food waste indefinitely. That is not the case.

Have you ever run out of hot water when you are about to take a shower, or wondered how  much water you are wasting waiting for it to warm up? If you have, a tankless water heater may be right for you and your home.

Over time, plumbing issues are inevitable in your home or business. When they do occur, hiring the right plumber is essential to getting the issue resolved quickly and effectively. In order to ensure you are hiring the right company for the job, consider the following factors.

A stubborn clog can be incredibly frustrating, especially when you are not having any luck with a plunger. If you have ever been in this scenario, a snake may be your best bet. A plumber’s snake, or drain snake, is a tool that reaches down to remove clogs. Snakes are a ‘meet in the middle’ of the household plunger and a more extreme solution such as a rooter.

Have you noticed standing water in your basement? Experiencing floor drain backups? Here is what you need to know.

For homes that don’t have a basement floor drain, drain line clogs can cause backups in the lowest fixtures of the home, like ground-level tubs, sinks, or showers.

The winter season can cause plumbing problems for homeowners, and it’s important to be aware so you can avoid them and fix them if they arise.

As we’re nearing the middle of summer, if you haven’t gone through your summer home plumbing maintenance checklist yet, it’s time to remove it from your to-do list! Making sure you spend time going through this checklist each summer will warrant all is running smoothly before the craziness of life and weather begin again in the fall.

Check out our list below!

As the colors begin to change and the leaves start to fall, we know that fall is underway and winter is right around the corner. Which means there’s no better time to do some routine maintenance on your water heater to prepare it for the upcoming months. Inspecting your system can alert you to any problems which may need to be repaired, and can provide you with peace of mind because you know your water heater will work reliably all season long.

While we may want to hold on to warm temps as long as possible, the transition to cold weather is right around the corner and you don’t want to be left unprepared. Taking the time to prep your outdoor plumbing now will be beneficial in the long run.

Follow these tips, and give us a call if we can help in any way!