How to Tell If Your Sewer Line Is Leaking DFW Guide
How to Tell If Your Sewer Line Is Leaking: 9 Warning Signs A sewer line can leak beneath your yard or foundation without immediately causing sewage to back up into your home. Wastewater may escape through a cracked pipe, separated connection or deteriorated section before it reaches the municipal sewer system. Because most sewer […]
Cast Iron Sewer Pipes
Cast-Iron Sewer Pipes: Lifespan, Warning Signs, Repair & Replacement If you own an older home in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, there may be cast-iron sewer pipes underneath your home or buried in your yard. Cast iron was commonly used for residential drain and sewer systems before modern plastic piping became widespread. It was a […]
Sewer Backing Up Into Your House
Sewer Backing Up Into Your House? What to Do Right Now Seeing dirty water or sewage coming up through a toilet, bathtub, shower or floor drain is more than an unpleasant plumbing problem. A sewer backup can expose your household to contaminated water, damage floors and walls, and indicate a blockage or failure somewhere in […]
Who Is Responsible for Sewer Line Repair in North Texas?
Who Is Responsible for Sewer Line Repair in North Texas? When a sewer line backs up, cracks or collapses, one of the first questions homeowners ask is: “Who is responsible for repairing it—the homeowner or the city?” In most North Texas communities, the homeowner is generally responsible for the private sewer line running from […]
Water Coming From a PVC Pipe Outside Your House? Here’s What It Could Mean
Is water coming from a PVC pipe outside your home? Learn how to identify primary and secondary AC drains, when dripping is normal and when it signals a clog.
Can Hot Texas Summers Cause Plumbing Problems? What North Texas Homeowners Should Know
Can Hot Texas Summers Cause Plumbing Problems? What North Texas Homeowners Should Know Texas summers are tough on more than your lawn and electric bill. Weeks of extreme heat, dry conditions, and shifting soil can also put significant stress on your home’s plumbing system. For homeowners across Dallas-Fort Worth, prolonged periods without rain can cause […]
Garland, Rowlett, Rockwall and Heath Drain and Sewer Problems
Garland, Rowlett, Rockwall & Heath Drain and Sewer Problems: Why They’re So Common There aren’t many plumbing guides written specifically for homeowners in Garland, Rowlett, Rockwall, and Heath. While much of the attention goes to Dallas and Fort Worth, we’ve seen an increasing number of drain cleaning and sewer repair calls throughout Northeast Dallas County […]
Can Flushable Wipes Damage Your Plumbing? What Every Homeowner Should Know
Can Flushable Wipes Damage Your Plumbing? What Every Homeowner Should Know Walk down the paper products aisle of almost any grocery store and you’ll find packages labeled “flushable wipes.” While the name may suggest they’re safe to flush, the reality is much different. Every year, plumbers across the country respond to thousands of clogged drains […]
Sewer Line Repair Near Me: Signs You Need a Professional Plumber
Sewer Line Repair Near Me: Signs You Need a Professional Plumber If you’ve been searching for “sewer line repair near me,” chances are you’re dealing with slow drains, unpleasant odors, recurring clogs, or even sewage backing up into your home. Sewer line problems can quickly go from a minor inconvenience to a major plumbing emergency, […]
Atmos Turned Off Your Gas Due to a Leak? Here’s What to Do Next
Atmos Turned Off Your Gas Due to a Leak? Here’s What to Do Next Having your natural gas service shut off unexpectedly can be stressful. If an Atmos Energy technician detected a gas leak at your home, they may have turned off your gas service to protect your family and your property. While this can […]