Your Drain & Sewer Specialists

Did you know that here at Reid & Pederson we only focus on the sewer and drains in your home or business? We receive a lot of calls from customers who request plumbing services such as leaking pipes, hot water heater installs and repairs or repiping (to name a few!). In this article, we will … [Read More]

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]

Having a basement is a great thing as it provides extra living and storage space in your home. Being the lowest point in your home, basements are usually entirely or partially underground though, meaning they’re prone to flooding or other water damage. How does water enter your basement? And what are some things you can … [Read More]

Sewer odor is a pretty unpleasant smell so when it becomes prevalent throughout your home, you’re going to want to find the cause of it – and eliminate it – fast! Caused by the breakdown of human waste, sewer odor includes harmful gasses such as hydrogen sulfide, methane and ammonia. Although occasional exposure does not … [Read More]

What is an outside sewer cleanout? In simple terms, an outside sewer cleanout is an external entry point to your main sewer line that can be opened and closed to allow for cleaning, blockage removal and televising. Outside cleanouts are usually found in your yard and are identified by a round cap or vitreous clay pipe, and … [Read More]

The smell is unmistakable. The methane-filled, rotten egg odor of sewer gas. And when you smell it throughout your home, it is not only unpleasant but it can be harmful to your health with continued exposure. So how does sewer gas find a way into your home? The answer may seem obvious but things aren’t … [Read More]