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when is the city responsible for sewer lines?

Topics: Plumbing in Sacramento, Commercial Plumbing, Municipal Plumbing, Home Plumbing

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Sewer line backups and replacements are plumbing nightmares that can be both tedious and expensive. Homeowners are obviously responsible for their own residential plumbing, such as a clogged sink drain. However, what about problems with the sewer system past your property line or problems with a sewer line from the house to the street? Basically, you want to know, when is the city responsible for sewer lines and plumbing repair? There are some cases where the city or municipality will be held responsible for fixing, while others will leave the homeowner responsible. Read More
low water pressure

Topics: Home Plumbing

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If you’re experiencing fluctuations in water pressure, don’t brush the issue off. Lower pressure could be more severe than you imagine, potentially involving serious problems like leaking or cracked water pipes, and may require professional intervention before snowballing into a home plumbing disaster. If you’re experiencing low water pressure in your house, however, you don’t need to live with it. There are ways you can fix it. Read More
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Sewer Line Damage?

Topics: Trenchless Technology, Pipe Leaks and Repair, Home Plumbing

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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?” Read More
plumbing tools for homeowners

Topics: Trenchless Technology, Home Plumbing

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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. Read More
how to unclog a garbage disposal

Topics: Home Plumbing, Drain Cleaning and Repair

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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. Read More
plumbing maintenance tools

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

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The best DIY care practices for home plumbing systems are actually simpler than you might imagine. With homemade cleaning solutions, regular upkeep, and self-inspection know-how, there’s little reason you can’t maintain your pipes and keep them running well on your own. Using these plumbing maintenance tips, you should be able to go about your day without worrying about possible damages within your plumbing system. Read More