What’s That “Rotten Egg” Smell?
A sewer gas odor can come from your household septic system or the sanitary sewer system. If you notice a foul smell that is causing a problem in your home, it may be sewer gas. WHAT IS SEWER GAS? Septic StenchSewer gas is a complex mixture of toxic and non-toxic gasses that can be present […]
What Are Grease Traps?
As their name implies, grease traps are designed specifically to trap fats, oils, or grease (FOG) before they can go down the drain and enter the public sewer line. Left unchecked, FOG can solidify and stick to the insides of pipes, trapping small pieces of food debris and other items. Over time, this solid mass […]
Are the chemical additives really helping?
Numerous septic tank chemical additives products are readily available in the marketplace today. Manufacturers claim that these additives are designed to “rejuvenate” bacterial populations living in a septic system, which can easily be destroyed by household chemicals. Other enzyme type-additives are intended to reduce fats, oils, and grease in a septic tank and supposedly minimize […]
Issues with Your Garbage Disposal and How to Fix It
If your garbage disposal isn’t turning on, is jammed, or is otherwise not working, there are a few things you can do before calling a plumber. [company_name] in Puyallup, WA, has compiled this list of some common problems that don’t take a lot of know-how to fix. 1. It Won’t Turn On If you flip […]
How to Prevent Pipes From Freezing
Frozen pipes are a potential problem every winter. Without the right measures in place, pipes can freeze and burst in subzero temperatures. Don’t let this happen to you. When you know how to prevent and thaw frozen pipes, you can ease your worries on cold nights. If you follow the tips below, it’s very unlikely […]
5 Tips to Avoid Plumbing Disasters This Holiday Season
Nobody wants to deal with a plumbing issue during the holidays, as it’s time to decorate and spend time with family and friends. If you’re entertaining, you want your guest to remember your party as a pleasant event. The last thing you need is a plumbing disaster such as clogged drains or toilet backups. Here […]
Does Your Home Have Plumbing Issues?
Indoor plumbing is one of the best inventions that humans have created. You might not spend much time thinking about your Puyallup, WA, home’s plumbing system. However, an issue with your plumbing system could result in a disruption to your daily life, a loss of comfort, and major damage to your house. Be aware of […]
Preventing Clogged Drains
Because clogged drains are such a common problem, it’s generally not a surprise when they happen – usually at the most inconvenient moments. What may be surprising is that there are a number of things you can do to avoid having clogged drains in your home that can lead to more serious plumbing problems. These […]
What To Do When My Septic Alarm is Going Off
Septic tanks typically come with alarms for a good reason. It is extremely important that you know if your septic system has a problem because the result could be pretty catastrophic. The septic alarms are meant to go off when the water level in your septic system’s pump tank is either too high or too […]
Should I Be Using Chemical Drain Cleaning to Clear My Drains?
Numerous septic tank chemical additives products are readily available in the marketplace today. Manufacturers claim that these additives are designed to “rejuvenate” bacterial populations living in a septic system, which can easily be destroyed by household chemicals. Other enzyme type-additives are intended to reduce fats, oils, and grease in a septic tank and supposedly minimize […]
