Let’s be honest, resolving municipal plumbing problems is never a glamorous process. However, innovations in plumbing technology can ease some of these challenges and only incur minimal disruptions to surrounding communities. And, if you consider yourself to be a forward-thinking individual who makes decisions for cities or contracting companies, then you’re probably aware of the manifold benefits of trenchless plumbing technologies.
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As of 2021, there are more than 800,000 miles of public sewer lines and 500,000 miles of private sewer laterals in the United States, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers. And, as cities expand to cater to growing populations, these numbers are only increasing.
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While many homeowners know the tell-all signs of a water leak within their home’s plumbing, such as high water bills, lawn damage, and in-home leaking, often finding the leaks themselves can become a frustrating challenge. This is primarily due to the many areas, individual pipes, and systems in which a leak can occur, and for whatever number of reasons.
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According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American household uses over 300 gallons per day at home. Many of those gallons go to waste, and there are many opportunities to save water and lower your home water bill.
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If your home is like many in Sacramento, odds are that it’s a little over 40 years old—placing its construction in the mid-to-late 70s or early 80s. Many homes built in the seventies are due for repiping because of the outdated materials used to build plumbing systems back then (like galvanized steel or iron).
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So, you’ve got a broken sewer pipe. You may be wondering how this happened, or what you’re going to have to do to be able to pay for it. You may ask a question that plumbers hear all the time, usually after a sewer line break has wrought considerable damage to a homeowner’s property: “Does homeowners insurance cover sewer line damage?”
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As a business owner, your job is to make sure that you're doing the best job possible and providing quality service or products to your customers. However, if the plumbing system of your Sacramento business is not working properly, it can halt your business in its tracks. Knowing the condition of your pipes through regular inspection and maintenance can prevent a problem before it begins. However, if you're having sewer line issues, technicians using commercial video cameras can peer into your pipes with the aid of closed circuit TV (CCTV) and inspect them for leaks, blockage, obstructions, root growth or other issues that may be causing your sewage backups or the flooding of your business.
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When you move into a new home, you may find yourself rapidly accumulating tools for various household projects. Even the least handy homeowners usually have a few screwdrivers or hammers to tend to minor issues. Maintaining your home’s plumbing, however, can be a little more complicated due to the variety of specialized tools required. While you may not plan on replacing your toilet flapper, fixtures, or sink drains, it’s good to have a variety of plumbing tools on hand so you can deal with minor issues that may not be serious enough to require a professional plumber.
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Garbage disposals are a plumbing asset that many homeowners fail to properly care for. When garbage disposals aren’t properly maintained, they can become an expensive repair down the road. The best way to avoid clogs and other garbage disposal problems is by regularly maintaining a clean garbage disposal. By being proactive about cleaning your garbage disposal, your unit can perform effectively for years without needing repairs or replacement.
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