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]
A garbage disposal is a popular and convenient item to have in your kitchen. Allowing you to empty food scraps into your drain, chop them up and flush them away, it’s a good alternative to dumping uneaten food directly into your trash can. Many homes contain garbage disposals, where with just the flip of a … [Read More]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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