Topics: Pipe Bursting, Plumbing in Sacramento, Trenchless Technology, Home Plumbing

How to Estimate the Cost of Pipe Bursting in Sacramento

Posted by William Heinselman on Sep 24 2019

Having a damaged or broken pipe in your sewer system is one of the worst things that you can encounter. These unfortunate events tend to happen at the most inopportune moments and can cause financial hardship. Read More

Topics: Trenchless Technology

Understanding Manhole Rehabilitation And The Replacement Process

Posted by William Heinselman on Sep 17 2019

If you’ve ever encountered a pretty old and gnarly manhole while driving, then you know how big of a nuisance they can be. Damaged manhole frames and covers can create sewer blockages, act as road hazards, and lead to other safety and liability issues. Read More

What Environmental Factors Cause the Most Pipe Damage?

Posted by William Heinselman on Sep 10 2019

If you’ve noticed recent spikes in your water bill, water performance issues, and spotting on your lawn, there’s a solid chance your underground pipes have been damaged in some way. Gradual pipe collapse or deterioration is common for dated plumbing systems made of Orangeburg pipe, copper, or clay. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing

How Much Does a Running Toilet Really Cost?

Posted by William Heinselman on Aug 29 2019

You probably rarely think about toilet plumbing troubles until you need a plunger; however, a running toilet can cost you hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars in wasted water every year. Typically, running water in your toilet wastes about 25 times more water than a shower leak and about 4 times as much water than a simple faucet leak. Read More

Topics: Trenchless Technology

How Affordable is Trenchless Pipe Lining Compared to Other Repairs?

Posted by William Heinselman on Aug 8 2019

When it comes down to it, there’s really no easy way to deal with pipe damage, or worse, severe pipe failure. That said, you don’t necessarily need to drain tens of thousands of dollars on repairing your home’s pipe or sewer lines. With innovative trenchless technologies, digging, and the remedial landscaping that follows, is largely avoided. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing

The Best Water Efficient Faucets for Your Home

Posted by William Heinselman on Jul 30 2019

In some of our previous articles, we’ve gone into depth on the most efficient water heaters and toilets currently on the market, which homeowners can install to reduce their monthly water bill and lower their environmental footprint. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Drain Cleaning and Repair

How to Unclog Your Roof Drain With Ease

Posted by William Heinselman on Jul 22 2019

Properly installed roof drains protect your property from rain, melting snow, and other weather conditions Mother Nature sends in your direction. But like most installations, it requires regular maintenance to get the job done. Read More

Topics: Pipe Bursting, Trenchless Technology

When and Why is Pipe Bursting Better than CIPP Lining?

Posted by William Heinselman on Jul 16 2019

Trenchless plumbing technology takes the headache out of fixing a problematic pipe. There’s no need to dig up large areas of your property, delving uncomfortably deep or maybe even under an object you don’t want to dig up. Read More

Water Filtration Process: How Do Water Filters Work?

Posted by William Heinselman on Jul 1 2019

On average, each person uses about 80-100 gallons of water a day. While many people don’t give the quality of their water much thought, the crisis in Flint, Michigan brought the issue of water contamination and filtration into the national headlines. According to one study, as many as 45 million Americans in any given year from between 1982 and 2015 may have been exposed to drinking water that did not meet the standards of the 1974 Safe Drinking Water Act. Read More

Topics: Pipe Bursting, Trenchless Technology

Is My Water Safe to Drink In California? How to Check Drinking Water

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 relatively light on the details (and, more importantly, the funds) to ensure this would become a reality for our drinking water here in California. 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

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