Summer is here and it’s time to focus on pool parties and backyard barbecues, not plumbing concerns. Unfortunately, the summer season does bring its fair share of common plumbing problems. So to help you have the best summer possible, let’s look at a few plumbing issues that may arise so you know how to handle them.
Clogged drains: With many summer events involving plenty of food, drains and disposal systems can easily become clogged. Putting food items, like fruits, vegetables, and even meat, down the drain can do some serious damage. Additionally, used cooking grease can end up coating the insides of pipes and hardening, resulting in clogs. Fortunately, professional drain cleaning services can fix these clogs — but try to avoid them in the first place by properly disposing of food.
Backed up sewer line: Sewer line problems can be more than a hassle — they can become a big project if they’re not taken care of right away. With heavy summer rains, sewer pipes can become cracked or damaged, resulting in a backup. Or if your pipes are near large trees, tree roots may end up spreading to the pipes, causing damage. If you notice any signs of sewer line problems, call for sewer line repair or sewer line inspection sooner rather than later. Otherwise, you may end up with a huge mess in your house or in your yard.
Plumbing leaks: Plumbing, like toilets, sinks, showers, and even the washing machine, are often used more in the summer because more people are at the house. And with increased use comes the increased risk of problems. Plumbing leaks are all too common — whether it’s a drippy sink or a flooded basement, leaks of all sizes need to be fixed as soon as possible. Not only can fixing household leaks save homeowners around 10% on water expenses, but leaks can lead to home damage. So if you notice even a slight drip, call for plumbing repair services.
Plumbing is probably the last thing on your mind when you’re enjoying the nice summer weather. But keep these common issues in mind, and have a plumbing repair number in your phone, in case something does go awry. This way, you can get it fixed quickly and get back to enjoying your summer.
In the last post, we discussed some of the most common problems homeowners experience with their sump pumps. However, having a full understanding of the range of problems that can occur from lack of maintenance is the key to maximizing the lifespan of your sump pump. Here’s part two of our guide that will explore some more frequently experienced sump pump problems and how to avoid them.
The US Department of Housing and Development estimates the average life expectancy for a sump pump to be about 10 years. However, there are many factors that can affect this lifespan, one of which involves proper maintenance — or lack thereof. Sump pumps can fail for a multitude of reasons, and taking a few precautions and educating yourself about your sump pump can help to maximize its lifespan and prevent serious issues. Here’s part one of our homeowner’s guide that will address some of the most common sump pump problems and how to prevent them.
Interior plumbing has existed since 2500 B.C., which means plumbing problems have been plaguing human beings for a substantial amount of time (and they’ll continue to). Fortunately, we’re no longer in the Neolithic Era of plumbing services and technology, but today’s plumbing problems are the same as they’ve always been. 
Of all types of home issues, plumbing problems seem to be some of the worst. Water leaks can wreak havoc on a home and cause irreparable damage. They can also raise the cost of home utility bills. In fact, fixing easily corrected household water leaks can save homeowners about 10% on their water bills. Of course, staying proactive and looking for signs of plumbing distress is the best way to avoid a problem before it arises. Here are just a few red flags that indicate that it may be time to hire a plumber.