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Can You Flush Flushable Wipes?

The market for disposable wipes in the U.S. is an over $2 billion market, and is poised to reach beyond $3 billion by 2023. With the current global pandemic of coronavirus making its way to the U.S., Americans have been buying toilet paper faster than it can be produced. Because of the shortage of toilet … [Read More]

More Reasons Your House Has a Sewer Smell

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]

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]

Why Your Home Should Have An Outside Sewer Cleanout

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]

Trenchless Sewer Line Repair & Replacement FAQ

You might’ve heard of trenchless sewer repair, but you may not be aware of what it actually means when it comes to making repairs for your home’s sewer line system. At Reid & Pederson Drainage, our Crete drain and sewer repair experts have spent the last 35 years in the industry making repairs and giving our customers expert … [Read More]

Why Does My House Smell Like Sewage?

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]

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