Topics: Home Plumbing, DIY, Plumbing Tips

How to Unclog a Main Sewer Line Without a Cleanout

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Oct 27 2022

If your home is experiencing a clogged main sewer line, you may be wondering how to fix it. You may also be wondering if you need to call a professional plumber or if you can unclog the line yourself. Read More

Topics: Pipe Leaks and Repair, Plumbing Tips

Plumbing Nightmares from Around the Web (& How to Fix Them)

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Sep 13 2022

Plumbing nightmares can happen to anyone. Most of us probably know someone who’s experienced some plumbing disasters, or maybe you’ve seen some viral memes with funny plumbing pictures. Read More

Topics: Plumbing in Sacramento, Plumbing Tips

Reddit Plumbing: Great for DIY Plumbing and Plumbers Alike

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Aug 31 2022

Traffic on Reddit is as busy as the South Sacramento Freeway during rush hour! In May 2022, the online forum measured approximately 1.7 billion visits, making it one of the most-visited websites, according to Statista. So while social sharing websites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram gather all the attention, Reddit is becoming a stealth social powerhouse. But what is Reddit? How does it work? And why is Reddit great for DIYers and plumbers alike? Read More

Topics: Commercial Plumbing, Plumbing Tips

7 Ways to Prevent Restaurant Plumbing Problems

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Jun 13 2022

Restaurants are a magnet for plumbing problems, and it’s no surprise considering the amount of plumbing equipment required to operate. In worst-case scenarios, restaurant plumbing problems can force the business to close temporarily if floodwaters or backed-up sewage gets into food storage areas, prep areas, or service stations. Not only could this get patrons sick by exposing their food to bacteria, but it can also lead to electrocution and slips and falls. We’re here to help prevent all that! Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Plumbing Tips

10 Plumbing Things to Do Before Going on Vacation

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Jun 2 2022

For a lot of people, summertime means vacation time! Whether you’re going international or staying local in California, there are some things to do before going on vacation to ensure you don’t come home to a plumbing disaster. After all, just because you’re not using your plumbing, doesn’t mean that something can’t go wrong. Read More

Topics: Plumbing Tips

12 Ways to Save Money on Utilities for Cash-Strapped Californians

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on May 26 2022

These days, many Americans are feeling the pinch due to rising rates of inflation. It may be even worse for those of us in California. In The Golden State, the cost of living is more than 42% higher than the nationwide average. Overall, the cost of living in California ranks the third-highest among states. Read More

Topics: Home Plumbing, Plumbing Tips

What Are the Pink Stains in My Shower, Sink, and Toilet?

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Mar 15 2022

It’s a question we hear frequently, and we know there’s nothing pretty about pink when you see it stained onto the surfaces of your sink, shower, or toilet. So what’s causing these mysterious pink rings? And why does it keep coming back after you’ve scrubbed it away? While many people believe the stains to be a sign of poor-quality or overly metallic hard water, most likely it is a bacteria known as Serratia Marcescens. Read More

Topics: Commercial Plumbing, Home Plumbing, Plumbing Tips

25 Funny Plumbing Memes & GIFs to Make You Laugh

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Feb 24 2022

Memes are the third-most shared type of content on social media, bested only by personal news and funny videos. In fact, 55% of 13-35-year-olds send memes every week—and 30% send them every day. So, this week, we thought we’d lighten the mood and tickle your funny bone with some plumbing memes and a few plumbing GIFs. These humorous plumbing memes and GIFs tackle everything from the cost of plumbing to DIY plumbing hacks we wouldn’t recommend trying! Read More

Topics: DIY, Drain Cleaning and Repair, Plumbing Tips

7 Most Common DIY Accidents – and How to Avoid Them

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Feb 10 2022

Do-it-yourself projects continue to gain in popularity as people take on home projects to save money and beat stress (the pandemic, which has kept many people indoors, has also increased people's tendency to tackle DIY projects). DIY trend statistics show a recent 4.2% rise in various do-it-yourself home projects! Read More

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

Toilet Auger vs Drain Snake & Toilet Plunger vs Drain Plunger

Posted by Express Sewer & Drain Team on Feb 3 2022

It’s not uncommon for DIY homeowners to treat toilet drains and flat drains (sinks and tubs) as one and the same. They’ll often use one snake and one plunger to solve for clogs in both. However, these types of drains are different, and for best results, you should use a different type of snake and plunger. Because, despite having the same function, they each work a little differently. Read More

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