Let’s face it – we are not all the average do-it-yourselfers (DIY). Have you ever met someone that can build or fix anything? Then you have the technology people that can make their computers sing and dance. But for most of us, we are too quick to pick up the phone to call someone to …
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A plumber’s snake, also known as an auger, drain snake, or plumbing snake, is a tool used by plumbers to clear clogs and blockages from drains and pipes. The history of the plumbing snake dates back to the early 20th Century when indoor plumbing became more prevalent in households. Prior to the invention of the …
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Every homeowner has faced a clogged drain of some kind, whether a small bathroom sink drain, toilet, or shower drain. Most of us whip out our faithful plunger and have at it! However, a plunger won’t get to the bottom of drains because they have bathroom products and hair combined that get wrapped around our …
The most frequent reasons for drain blockages in private homes is grease, sludge, bathroom product, and paper product such as paper towels and wipes. Although, in most cases, a clog can be cleared using our handy plunger or small household drain snake. Then there are those though drains that require a plumbing professional, especially when …
Does your bathroom drains stink? Well, you’re not alone. The stuff that ends up in our drains, such as toothpaste, hair, dead skin cells, and hair products, is a recipe for a stinky sink. The black gunk that builds up in your sink that causes the smell is called bio-slime. It’s a bacteria that forms …
Even in the best-kept homes, clogged drains and leaky pipes may be typical plumbing issues, especially in older homes. While you can address most clogged drains using a plunger, other plumbing issues may go unnoticed until it’s too late. With today’s plumbing technologies, we should not wait for a major sewer main or drainpipe to back up …
5 Reasons Why You Should Have A Camera Inspection To Prevent Drain Problems Read More »
If you’re like most of us, we don’t give our drains much thought until something goes wrong. Unfortunately, a stinky or clogged drain is often the origin of these unpleasant odors in your bathroom and kitchen. If you want to avoid odors in your showers, sinks, and kitchen drains, they must all be kept cleaned to avoid the …
If you’re a homeowner, you’ll agree we’re always trying to save a few bucks on home repairs. Unfortunately, some of us pull the trigger on even minor clogged drains and call the plumber right away. Some prefer pulling out every gadget and chemical before they throw in the towel. Fortunately, most of us know our …
Drain flies may occur much more often than the average person realizes. Have you ever walked into a kitchen only to discover small flying insects? What are they, and where do they come from? Some people might think they are flies, gnats, or even moths. What is the story behind these flying bugs? The flying bugs are called …
What Are Drain Flies and how do we get rid of them? Read More »
Every homeowner will experience a clogged drain at some point. While most drains get cleared using a simple plunger, others need a professional drain cleaning service. Depending on the obstruction causing the drain to back up will determine the method used for clearing your drain. Most companies use an auger, commonly called a plumber’s snake. The plumber’s …
