The Pipe Doctor

What people should know about plumbing? Plumbing ensures safe drinking water for houses and commercial places. It brings comfort to our everyday living as we use it in functional areas such as the kitchen, and bathroom. An effective plumbing design will save you a lot of work, time, and money during its repair in the future.  Knowing the basics of your plumbing system as a homeowner gives you an understanding of the status of your house. Simple repairs and knowing how to identify serious problems as soon as possible will save you money in the long-run. Read the full article here: What Property Owners Should Know About Plumbing Maintenance   What are the top plumbing maintenance tips? Here are the things that you should consider to determine if your plumbing system just needs simple repairs and if a professional plumber is needed to fix complicated problems. Identify the source of your water. Generally, water comes from either two sources: a well from a residential area or a p...

A clogged drain located deeply in the line will likely cause a bigger issue than you think. Blockages in sewer lines and plumbing systems could prevent water and waste from going down the drain. If these issues are taken for granted, it will cause the drain to overflow resulting in sewage backups.  Serious sewer problems may pose a health risk to you and your family and you wouldn’t want this to happen. So what is the best option to do in preventing this to occur? The answer? Hydro Jetting.   What is Hydro Jetting? Hydro Jetting is an advanced method of cleaning sewer and drain lines. It requires the use of high-tech equipment to clean clogged or slow sewer systems via a continuous blast of water at high pressure that can reach up to 5,000 PSI. The pressurized water that comes from the rotating nozzle will surge into the sewer lines to eliminate hard to remove blockages caused by potentially damaging materials including: Grease Mineral scale Debris Tree roots Can Anyone ...

One of the most challenging plumbing issues a household can face is the need to install a new sewer line. The traditional dig-and-replace methods usually come with a lot of drawbacks. The entire process can last up to weeks, and it requires an extensive amount of physical labor. Not to mention the damaged property you will have to deal with in the aftermath of traditional repairs and how much they add up to your total sum. Read the full article here: What You Need to Know About Trenchless Sewer Repair Cost Fortunately, there is a less invasive option to restore your plumbing to its, functioning state. Trenchless sewer pipes can connect you to the main sewer lines without damaging your landscape (or public property) in the process. What is a Trenchless Sewer Pipe? A trenchless sewer pipe is a substitution for your existing pipe by applying a minimally-invasive technique to avoid strenuous excavation work. The sewer pipes can be installed by either using the pipe bursting method or pipe ...

Overflowing sinks and drains that don’t function well are some of the common problems that homeowners will face. That being said, regular cleaning of your sewer and drain line should be done to avoid these problems. To prevent this type of clogging from happening, plumbing companies usually handle these plumbing issues by two common methods – either by snaking or hydro jetting.  Which method is better and which should you choose? Let’s try to understand more about each method and the difference between the two so you can decide which method is the best option for your home. Read the full article here: Hydro Jetting vs Snaking Which Should You Choose? What is Snaking? Snaking is a method of cleaning your drain with the use of a plumbing auger . The plumbing auger is a flexible, metal cable with a corkscrew-like coil at one end. It works by inserting the cable into the drain and as it goes further to the drain or sewer line, the corkscrew attached to the end rotates, breaking the cl...