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One of the trickiest parts of running a top-tier winery is managing the flow of water to your vines. Too much or too little water can ruin the flavor of the finished product, or even cause crop damage that reduces your yields. Because of this, it is vital that the irrigation system that you use is kept in peak condition. Read More

Topics: Trenchless Technology, Commercial Plumbing, Water Heaters, Home Plumbing

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There are many reasons why you may want to replace your existing water main. You could find debris in your drinking water, have weak flow to your water faucets in the home, a skyrocketing water utility bill, or you could even notice large puddles of standing water in your yard between your water meter and your home. Any of these problems can be evidence of a problem with your water main such as rust in the pipe or a leak in the line. Read More

Topics: Commercial Plumbing, Home Plumbing, DIY, Drain Cleaning and Repair

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What is a Drain Trap? A drain trap, also referred to as a U-bend or P-trap by some, is a pipe structure commonly found under your sink. This curved piece of pipe traps water within it, forming a plug that keeps sewer gases from flowing back up the pipe and into your home. This trap is also a frequent destination for hair, grease and other solid debris that forms the bulk of a clog. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Drain Cleaning and Repair

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It's a scenario we all live through sooner or later: the toilet/sink/tub is backed up and failing to drain water like it should. For many homeowners this is a common occurrence. Odds are, you have in your home a number of both chemical products and physical tools designed for the express purpose of clearing a clog quickly and efficiently. The question is, which tool is the most effective one for the job? Read More

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When you are looking for a trenchless repair solution for your home, business, or municipality, it is important that you have access to the best equipment and materials for the job. While many suppliers of trenchless or "no-dig" technology claim to have the best products and services to fit your needs, it is important to know what a company is actually offering. Sometimes, there is a world of difference between the promises a product manufacturer makes and what they are actually prepared to do. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing

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As you probably already know, the City of Sacramento has used a flat-rate billing system for its water utilities for a century. Recent legislation, however, mandates that the Sacramento have water meters installed for all commercial and residential buildings by the year 2025. Read More

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When experiencing a damaged pipe, the stress involved can be almost incapacitating. Certain questions can come to mind: how much is a replacement pipe going to cost? How long is the process going to take? Will the replacement damage my property or the environment around it? These extra questions can cause a strong amount of worry, but trenchless technologies are the solution. Trenchless technologies are cost-effective, they do not take up more time than they need to, and they are safe for the environment. One such trenchless technology is directional boring, but what is directional boring, and what are the benefits? Read More