Sewer Systems
Ask Art: Why Is A Plumbing Inspection Important?
Reading Time: 3 minutesA plumbing system is an element of our homes that gets taken for granted every day. It’s a system that goes unnoticed when it works and wreaks havoc when it doesn’t. Too often we focus on fixing what is broken and forget to maintain what…
Ask Art: What Can I Do About A Broken Drain Line?
Reading Time: 3 minutesPlumbing systems are designed to be out of sight and out of mind with good reason. This is a great setup when things are working as they are supposed to. However, when you’re dealing with a broken drain line, it can be tricky to find…
Clogged Sewer Main? Art Can Fix it!
Reading Time: 3 minutesAt some point in life, everyone ends up facing plumbing problems within their home. One of the biggest and most troublesome plumbing problems is a clogged sewer main. No matter how big or small the parts of your home’s plumbing system are, if they’re not…
When Do You Need A Sewer Inspection?
Reading Time: 3 minutesImagine you’ve just bought a home for you and your family, only to find out later during a sewer inspection that there are on-going problems with the main sewer system. Now you’re left with unwanted backups, causing terrible smells throughout your home. The worst part?…
The Warning Signs Your Main Sewer Line Is Blocked
Reading Time: 3 minutesEvery so often, you get one of those plumbing issues that you just know is linked to a bigger problem. One such problem is a blockage in your main sewer line. If you have ever had this problem, you will know that sinking feeling when…
Why Video Drain Inspections Are So Beneficial
Reading Time: 3 minutesIt’s a homeowner’s worst nightmare: blocked drains, with sewage flowing back up into your sinks and bathtubs. Video drain inspections are just the cure you need for clogged pipes, and they’re well suited for getting your drainage system flowing normally again in the shortest amount…
Plumbing Problems: How To Tell If You Have Cracked Pipes
Reading Time: 3 minutesDealing with cracked or broken plumbing pipes can be a major problem. The worst part is, you may not even know until it’s far too late and the damage has been done. Finding a cracked pipe can be quite a nightmare if you don’t have…
Plumbing Maintenance: Stop Tree Roots From Damaging Your Sewer Lines & Pipes
Reading Time: 4 minutesTree roots can cause significant damage to your sewage system without you realizing something terrible is wrong. Tree roots are naturally attracted to plumbing lines. This is because pipes hold the water source that they need, as well as oxygen and nutrients. Roots that find…
Why Is My Toilet Overflowing?
Reading Time: 2 minutesYour toilet is one of the most important plumbing features in your home. While regular maintenance will help you avoid at least 80% of common plumbing problems, the other 20% of the time can catch you off guard. Dealing with an overflowing toilet can be…
Do Plants And Trees Damage Sewer And Drain Lines?
Reading Time: 3 minutesTrees and plants contribute to the overall curb appeal of your home. They provide a sense of natural beauty that would look good next to any home. Septic tanks on the other hand are unsightly but a very necessary part of a well-functioning home. Having…
Facts About Sewer Systems That Will Keep You Up At Night
Reading Time: 3 minutesMost of us take modern plumbing for granted. We don’t really think about flushing toilets that magically whisk away our waste. It’s probably a good thing that we don’t dwell on the mechanics of contemporary plumbing systems and the sewers that they link to. Here…
Why Is My Toilet Backing Up Into My Bathtub?
Reading Time: 2 minutesThere’s not much worse than the sound of gurgling in your tub or shower when you flush your toilet. That heavy feeling of dread settles over you because nobody wants sewage in their tub. So, what exactly causes your toilet to back up into your…
