I have an issue with fruit flies. Are they here because of my drains? Maybe. All plumbing fixtures have self-sealing water traps that store a bit of water in the U-shaped bend. When that water is absent, odors can develop and flies may congregate. Pour in some hot water and treat the drains with bleach…. Read more »
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Plumbing FAQs: 5 of the Most Common Questions Plumbers Hear
Have a plumbing issue but not sure what it is? Check this list of the most frequently asked questions heard by our plumbers. There’s a black ring forming on the floor around the toilet. What is this? Black rings that form around the base of the toilet is an indication that the wax ring seal… Read more »
How To Avoid a Commercial Sewer Cleaning Scam
Water is pooled around many of the floor drains. Toilets overflow on occasion. Offensive odors emit from one or more of the floor drains. Unsanitary conditions abound. You also notice small gnat-like objects flying around and annoying everyone. You can’t seem to discover the source. These are all symptoms of a possible clogged sewer drain. When calling… Read more »
Why Do You Need Sewer Inspections? Here Are Six Reasons
To us, it’s clear why someone might need sewer inspections, but you might need some convincing. Well then, here’s six reasons to consider. First thing: Sewer line replacements are highly expensive, and an inspection can tell you whether or not the sewer line of a home needs replacement. This can help you make a more… Read more »
Five Things Everyone Should Know About Clogged Drain Cleaning
You may think you know a lot about clogged drain cleaning; well, let’s make sure. Here are five things that everyone should know. First thing: The first thing is that running hot water regularly through drains helps to prevent clogs. You should do this at least weekly to help melt grease deposits that build up… Read more »
Your Clogged Drain Cleaning Crisis Started with…..
This is probably the whole list. There are 4 main drains that can clog inside a home: kitchen, sink, shower, toilet. While clogs are inevitable, a list of the usual suspects to keep under control should help you stay “unplugged” as long as possible! Kitchen sink: Grease. This belongs in a theater near you, not… Read more »
Minnesota Drain Cleaning Before Disaster Strikes
At SOS Drain and Sewer Service, we are happy to help our Minneapolis and St. Paul neighbors when they have plumbing problems. Still, there are times that a homeowner should consider calling a drain professional even if there is not a major problem. The sewage system may seem fine, or there may be small clues… Read more »
Handling a Clogged Floor Drain
A backed up floor drain can cause significant damage and grief, especially in a home with a finished basement. Flooding from a floor drain is usually the result of either a blockage in the main line leaving your home, or because of a backflow of water coming into the house from the sewer system. In the… Read more »
Advantages of Minnesota Water Jetting Clogged Drains
When your drain pipe is clogged, there are several approaches that a professional plumber can use to address the problem. One of the most effective approaches is a method called water jetting. This is done by blasting a high pressure stream of water into your pipes, clearing away waste build-up and other debris that is… Read more »
What is hydro excavating?
What is hydro excavating? It is a process of moving soil that is direct, more cost-effective, and that results in less trauma to utility lines. It was invented in Canada as means of excavating frozen dirt for the oil and gas industries, and has since been popularized in the plumbing industry. It combines high pressure… Read more »
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