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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]

6 Common Signs of Sewer Trouble

“Sewer line repair”. These three words are dreaded by homeowners – and for good reason. Sewer line repair can be costly, and homeowners are typically responsible for the portion of the sewer line running from the house to the street. Tree roots that grow through pipes, built-up gunk that clogs pipes, and older steel or … [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]

The Dangers of Cross Bores

If you’re making updates to your home or landscape or planning a repair on your property, it is very important to have the underground utilities on your property located and flagged before doing so. In Illinois, calling 811 or “JULIE”, or in Indiana, calling Indiana811, before you dig is the proper way to begin any … [Read More]

Special Statement From Reid & Pederson Regarding Coronavirus

Our focus remains to provide exceptional service to our customers. Based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the U.S. State Department, World Health Organization, and our local health department officials, we are taking appropriate precautions to protect the health and safety of our employees and customers while continuing to maintain our business … [Read More]

5 Sump Pump Problems & How to Fix Them

Your sump pump plays an important role in keeping your basement dry. Sump pumps operate by pumping extra groundwater that finds a way near your foundation away from your home during heavy rains or snowmelt, so it is imperative that it remains in optimal condition. Read on for some common sump pump problems, and what to do … [Read More]

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