Topics: Water Pipe Replacement, trenchless water line replacement

How to Know if Your Water is Safe to Drink in California

Posted by William Heinselman on Jun 11 2019

In 2012, the California legislature passed the Human Right to Water Act, which declared that all Californians had a right to “safe, clean, affordable, and accessible water.” Unfortunately, the law was rather light on the details (and, more importantly, the funds) to ensure this would become a reality. While the government continues to debate the issue, some 360,000 Californians remain with unsafe drinking water, and at least 6 million residents are being served by water providers found to be in violation of state standards at some point in the last six years. Read More

Topics: Commercial PLumbing, water heater temperature

How to Regulate Water Temperature in a Commercial Building

Posted by William Heinselman on May 24 2019

Most people don’t put very much thought into water temperature in commercial buildings, but providing water for various business needs is a major consideration for the owners of these properties. Failure to properly regulate water temperature can result in scalding and contribute to serious public health risks in the form of bacterial infections. Read More

Sprinklers and other components of your irrigation system can be a significant source of water waste--especially if there's a leak in the irrigation line.

Topics: Water Bills, Repairs, Leaks, Pressure

8 Reasons For A High Water Bill

Posted by William Heinselman on May 14 2019

Water is a major utility in any city, making it a significant concern for homeowners, renters, and commercial property owners alike. A high water bill is troublesome not only because of the financial cost, but also because it indicates that precious water may be going to waste somewhere. According to the EPA, the average household’s leaks can account for nearly 10,000 gallons of wasted water each year, and ten percent of homes leak 90 gallons or more per day. Read More

Topics: Sewer Repairs, Cleaning, Video Inspection, Sewer Inspection, Local Sacramento Plumbers, Sacramento Video Sewer Inspections

Four Ways to Handle a Broken Sewage Pipe

Posted by William Heinselman on May 7 2019

Your home’s plumbing system brings clean, fresh water into the house and then carries out used water through a sewer line. When a sewer line breaks, however, this flow comes to a screeching halt. Early detection can help manage a broken sewer line, but prevention remains the best way to keep your drains clear, clean, and flowing properly. Read More

Topics: Tenchless Pipe Repair, Sacramento Plumbers and Pipe Repairs, Sewer Repair

How Affordable is Trenchless Pipe Repair Vs Traditional Repair?

Posted by William Heinselman on May 2 2019

If there’s one problem that every homeowner dreads, it’s the prospect of discovering faulty or damaged pipes somewhere on their property. Whether it’s a water or sewer line, broken pipes can cause a number of problems if they’re left unattended for too long. Traditionally, the digging required to repair or replace these pipes was a major undertaking that could last for several days and inflict significant property damage. Today, however, trenchless technology allows experienced plumbing contractors to do the same work in a fraction of the time with minimal digging. Read More

Topics: Drain Cleaning, Commerical Plumbing Drain and Pipe Repair, Clogged Drains

How to Prevent Clogs in Commercial Drains

Posted by William Heinselman on Apr 29 2019

Home drain clogs happen, and they can be a hassle. But because people have to live with them, they’re more careful about what they put down them. Plus, an average home drain is usually only dealing with a handful of people, whereas a commercial drain may have to accommodate hundreds on a daily basis. In commercial facilities, hot grease gets poured down restaurant kitchen sinks, children's messes go down daycare drains, hair is washed away without abandon at salons, cigarette butts are flushed at bars, and worse. Read More

Sewer line replacement costs vary by method and materials

Topics: Trenchless Plumbing, trenchless sewer line replacement, sewer line replacement

The Pros and Cons of Sewer Line Replacement Methods

Posted by William Heinselman on Apr 16 2019

Piping gets old as time goes on— it’s only natural. A system that is used multiple times a day and has all kinds of material being sent through it is bound to age. Proper plumbing maintenance strategies can reduce how quickly your piping system ages, but it can also depend on the type of piping material your home or commercial building uses. Some pipe materials, like orangeburg and galvanized pipes, are no longer used and have become banned or obsolete. Read More

Topics: Plumbing Pipes, Pipe Repair

How to Remove the Air From Your Pipes

Posted by William Heinselman on Mar 28 2019

Plumbing systems can make some very strange noises; it’s even used sometimes as a cheap scare in horror movies. The loud gurgling and prolonged vibrating noises are nothing to worry about! This is simply an indication that there is air caught in your water pipes. There are several reasons why there may be air in your pipes and sputtering out of your faucets. Some of the more common causes are: Read More

Topics: water pressure

What Can I Do About Poor Water Pressure

Posted by William Heinselman on Mar 26 2019

No one wants to take a shower with water pressure that feels like a hydro-jetting session, but it also shouldn’t be so weak that you wonder if water is even coming out. Poor water pressure can happen for a number of reasons, but locating the problem may be a frustrating task. If you are receiving low water pressure in one area of your home or commercial building, it’s easier to inspect where the issue might be. However, if you have low water pressure throughout your entire home or building, it could be an indicator of a bigger plumbing problem. Read More