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4 Signs It’s Time to Put Down the Wrench and Call a Plumber

Posted by William Heinselman on Feb 5 2018

You wield your wrench like a household superhero, taking great satisfaction in your ability to handle plumbing problems with ease. But there comes a time when even the best DIYers in Sacramento need to swallow their pride, put down the wrench, and call in the professionals. Read More

Topics: Trenchless Technology, Sewers, Drain Cleaning and Repair

Trenchless Sewer Repair: What to Do When a Contractor Shows Up Late?

Posted by William Heinselman on Nov 3 2017

It is 11:00 a.m. and the plumbers you called about a drain that is backing up are running two hours late. Once they arrive at 11:30, you are not in a good mood, you will need to rearrange your afternoon schedule and want to take out your frustration on your late plumbers. However, is that the best course of action? What are your available options when the plumber is late? Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, DIY, Drain Cleaning and Repair

5 Tools to Keep Your Drain Clear and Clean

Posted by William Heinselman on Aug 18 2017

A clogged drain may not ruin your day but it can put a damper on it, throw your schedule off and require a call to your plumber if the plunger doesn't get the job done. Prevention is the best practice for keeping your drains clear, clean and flowing freely. You can find many DIY plumbing tips and the simplest is often the most effective. Keep reading and learn about 5 simple tools that can help you keep your drains running free of the restraint of clogs from hair, soap, and debris that can clog your drain pipes. Read More

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

How Often Should I Clean My Drains?

Posted by William Heinselman on Jun 9 2017

As long as water is flowing freely through the drains of your home or business, you give them little thought. Let a drain become clogged, pouring dirty water over your clean tile or carpet, and it is another story. There are many reasons that sewer drains can become clogged and cause you a headache. Hair, kitchen, grease, collapsing sewer lines, or those clogged with plant roots can cause a sewer backup into your home or business. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Drain Cleaning and Repair

5 Plumbing Problems You Can’t Ignore

Posted by William Heinselman on Feb 8 2017

Ignorance is bliss, or so they say. The problem with ignorance when it comes to major plumbing problems is that the bliss of the moment turns into the nightmare of tomorrow. Trying to ignore certain plumbing problems can end up costing you thousands and even put your health at risk. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Drain Cleaning and Repair

Time to Replace These 6 Toxic Household Cleaning Products

Posted by William Heinselman on Feb 2 2017

A clean house is something we can all take pride in—especially when company’s coming over later. However, in our zeal to keep the floors, walls, counters, and sinks spotless, we often overlook a potential hazard—the chemicals we use to clean up. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Drain Cleaning and Repair

4 Mistakes to Avoid with Drain Cleaning in Your Home

Posted by William Heinselman on Jan 25 2017

Drain cleaning is one of those common household tasks that gets ignored all too often. Poor drain maintenance can lead to foul odors, nasty clogs, and even damaged pipes in your home. Read More

Topics: Pipe Bursting, Plumbing in Sacramento, Home Plumbing, Sewers, Drain Cleaning and Repair

What Are the Best Pipe Materials for Sewers & Drains in Sacramento?

Posted by William Heinselman on Nov 10 2016

The water and sewer pipes running under Sacramento, California have seen a lot of change over the years. Dozens of different types of pipe material have been used over the years, and new materials are still being experimented with all the time. Read More

Topics: Drain Cleaning and Repair

[Infographic] How-To Repair Clogged Drains

Posted by William Heinselman on Oct 3 2016

It’s hard to find a person that actually enjoys having a clogged drain in their home. And, avoiding them can be a challenge in and of itself because of their very nature ie disposing of waste, debris, soap scum etc—you name it and your drain has probably seen it. Read More