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The legendary actor Spencer Tracy once said: “Acting is not an important job in the scheme of things. Plumbing is.” If you’ve ever had a plumbing emergency, you know what he means. You need someone who knows how to fix it right! And that plumber is made, not born. The plumbing

This quiz tests your drain brain, how savvy you are about household water use and plumbing. The answers appear below. 1. In the summer, it’s okay to flush grease down the drain, because it won’t clog the pipes in the heat. True or False? 2. Very slow leaky faucets are

Whether you’ve lived in your home for years, or you’re a new owner, it’s important to find out the state of your drains and sewers before there’s a problem. A big unknown for many homeowners is the “side sewer.” This is the pipe that connects your home’s plumbing system to the

Sewer pipes are a part of your home’s infrastructure that probably doesn’t get much attention. For many people, it’s out of sight, out  of mind.  But everyone in the family will quickly notice when sewage begins to seep out of your drains–into the shower for instance. The aroma of a

Winter is here, and we don’t know when, or for how long, the temperature might dip below freezing. So, the best strategy is that of the Boy Scouts: “Be prepared.” Preparedness rule number one is to make sure that your thermostat is set no lower than 55 degrees, even when

What’s the most common problem that causes clogs in kitchen plumbing and sewer backups? Grease. “Whether you have a private septic system or are connected to a municipal sewer system, disposing of kitchen fats, oils, and grease down the sink, drain or toilet is a sure way to foul the sewer

When you’re buying a new house, what you can’t see may hurt you! Even if everything in the new house looks great, and you have a warranty, it’s a good idea to make sure beforehand that your septic system and sewer lines are in good working order. It’s worth the small additional

It’s fall, a wonderful season to get together with friends and family to watch the Seahawks or the MLB playoffs. Whatever the reason for having friends or family visit, don’t let a clogged drain or sewer spoil your fun. More people in the house means more usage, and this can

Maybe you’ve had an experienced plumber save you from a plumbing emergency, and you’d like to thank him for a job well done. Or perhaps you have a plumber in the family who’s having a birthday or anniversary. Whatever the reason, the marketplace is full of specialty plumbing gifts, just