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A Drainage Minute: Precision Cleaning – More Than One Trick Up Our Sleeve

Wall-to-Wall Cleaning—that’s Precision Sewer Cleaning. A standard sewer rodding machine does a great job, especially when accessed through a cleanout, but even the most skilled technician can’t clean a pipe all the way to its edges. When a pipe is packed with edge-to-edge root intrusion or grease, the best solution is a precision cleaning. That’s … [Read More]

A Drainage Minute: Taught & Caught

Enter Reid & Pederson: The Trusted Second Opinion We recently spoke with a homeowner in Park Forest, Illinois, who had called a competitor of Reid & Pederson Drainage to clear a sewer backup. The other company’s technician failed to clear the blockage and quickly determined that the sewer line must be broken—recommending a major repair … [Read More]

A Drainage Minute: What’s So Good About a Sewer Cleanout?

3 Reasons You Should Have a Sewer Cleanout When you call Reid & Pederson Drainage, one of the first questions we’ll ask—after “What’s going on?”—is: “Do you have an accessible cleanout?” This matters because a sewer cleanout access allows for the most thorough and effective sewer rodding possible. With bigger access, we can use larger … [Read More]

A Drainage Minute: April Showers Bring Sewer Backups

Preventative Sewer Rodding: Why It’s Essential for Your Home Spring rains bring rising water levels, and while this is great for gardens, it’s not so great for your sewer system. As groundwater increases, it puts additional pressure on sewer lines. These systems are made up of many connected pipes with joints that can become vulnerable … [Read More]

5 Essential Sewer & Drain Maintenance Tips for Fall

As fall sets in, it’s time to prepare your home’s sewer and drainage system for the seasonal challenges ahead. Tree roots, falling leaves, and increased water flow can all cause drain blockages or expensive sewer repairs. While you may be busy enjoying fall festivals, pumpkins and apple cider, throw on a cozy sweatshirt and fuzzy … [Read More]

7 Springtime Tips for Your Sewer & Drains

You don’t need the luck of the Irish to keep your sewer and drains flowing. Below are some tips and easy steps you can take to prevent backups and clogged drains in your home this spring. 1) Remember the 4P’s! Don’t flush anything other than toilet paper and waste down your toilets. Contrary to popular … [Read More]

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