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Tips for Hiring a Trustworthy Home Service Company

If you own a home, you know that upkeep and maintenance are necessary. So when you’re told that you need a sewer repair, the first thing you probably wonder is how much the repair will cost. Hiring the right company to do the job right is crucial, but it’s not always as easy as you … [Read More]

Why Did My Basement Flood with Sewage?

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]

How Much Do the Twelve Days of Christmas Really Cost?

No matter how many times you’ve sung it — or found ways to avoid singing it — how well do you really know the classic Christmas carol “The Twelve Days of Christmas?” Keep reading to learn five revelations about the ubiquitous, repetitive Christmas song. 1. The “Twelve Days” don’t end on Christmas Day — they … [Read More]

A Drainage Minute: Can You Flush Flushable Wipes?

The Truth About “Flushable” Wipes “Flushable” wipes are technically flushable—as in, they go down the toilet. But then what? Unlike toilet paper, these wipes don’t break down. Instead, they can snag on roots, scale buildup, or slight pipe misalignments in your sewer system. And once one gets stuck, it’s like a red carpet event—others follow, … [Read More]

Halloween Facts You May Not Know

Here at Reid & Pederson, we share a lot of scary stories about what can happen if your sewer backs up or if your drains are clogged. With it being Halloween, today we are sharing a post that should bring a smile of delight instead of a scream of terror. Read on to learn some … [Read More]

5 Things to Never Put Down Your Drains

With the current global COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have found ourselves at home a lot more than usual, trying to find that perfect balance between work and family duties. But what you probably haven’t thought about is the pressure the extra time at home has put on your drains. In this article, our sewer and … [Read More]

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