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How to Prevent Common Winter Sewer & Drain Problems

During the colder months, some drain and sewer issues tend to pop more frequently than others, or at least more than they did in the warmer months. And here at Reid & Pederson Drainage, we’ve seen and dealt with them all! As such, we’ve put together a list of four of those issues along with … [Read More]

Garbage Disposals & Your Kitchen Drain

A garbage disposal is a popular and convenient item to have in your kitchen. Allowing you to empty food scraps into your drain, chop them up and flush them away, it’s a good alternative to dumping uneaten food directly into your trash can. Many homes contain garbage disposals, where with just the flip of a … [Read More]

What Is A P-Trap & How Does It Work?

Plumbing Traps As the name implies, p-traps, or plumbing traps, are shaped like the letter “p”, combining two 90-degree joints with a horizontal overflow pipe. One of these joints exits the drain of the sink and is joined to another containing a seal system that allows water to flow into the pipe but not flow … [Read More]

How to Clear a Clogged Drain, the Right Way!

There will likely come a time when you experience slow drains in your home. While your best bet is to call a professional to remedy your problem, you may first try to remedy the problem yourself. Many times, this means grabbing a bottle of Drano, pouring it into the drain and hoping it cheaply and … [Read More]

Drain Tile 101: What Is It & How Does it Work?

When it rains heavily, the last thing you want to worry about is water entering your basement or crawl space.  In most new home builds today, a drain tile system is installed to ensure that groundwater doesn’t find a way into your home.  To learn more about drain tile and how it works, keep reading, … [Read More]

How to Clear a Clogged Drain Using a Plunger

One of the most common plumbing problems in most homes is clogged drains. This is something that must not be ignored, or else, you will be faced with bigger problems, especially with the internal structures and on your pipelines. While calling a plumber or a drainage company for drain cleaning may be the first thing … [Read More]

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