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Sewer smells bothering you?![]()
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If you smell sewer odors inside or around your home, it's essential to take prompt action to identify and resolve the source of the smell. Sewer odors can indicate potential plumbing issues or sewage system problems that may need attention. Here's what you can do:![]()
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1. Check for internal plumbing issues: Inspect all the drains in your home, including sinks, showers, bathtubs, and toilets. Ensure that the water traps (the U-shaped bend in the pipes) have water in them. The water traps act as a barrier to prevent sewer gases from entering your living spaces. If a trap has dried out or become compromised, pour water into the drain to refill it.![]()
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2. Inspect the sewer lateral: If the sewer odor persists, it could be coming from the sewer lateral—the pipe connecting your property's plumbing to the public sewer system. Look for signs of standing water or dampness near the sewer access point (typically found outside your home). If you notice any signs of a leak or damage, contact a professional plumber to inspect and repair the sewer lateral.![]()
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3. Check for clogs or blockages: Sewer odors can result from clogs or blockages in your drains or sewer lines. Attempt to clear any minor clogs using methods such as boiling water, baking soda and vinegar, or a plunger. If the issue persists or is more severe, contact a plumber for professional help.![]()
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4. Inspect vent pipes: Plumbing systems have vent pipes that allow sewer gases to escape safely outside your home. Make sure these vent pipes are not blocked or damaged, as this can cause sewer odors to build up inside your living spaces.![]()
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5. Examine floor drains: Floor drains, often found in basements or garages, can sometimes be a source of sewer odors. Pour water down these drains to refill the traps and prevent sewer gases from escaping.![]()
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6. Check the toilet wax ring: If the sewer smell is particularly strong around the base of your toilet, the wax ring that seals the toilet to the floor might be damaged. In this case, the ring should be replaced by a professional plumber.![]()
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7. Consider external factors: Sometimes, sewer odors may not be originating from your home but could be coming from nearby sewage systems or construction work. If this is the case, the issue may resolve on its own once the external problem is addressed.![]()
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Remember that sewer odors can be a sign of more significant plumbing or sewage system problems, so it's crucial to address the issue promptly to prevent further damage and potential health risks.
Clearing a clogged drain is a common household issue that can be resolved with some simple techniques. Here's how you can do it:![]()
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1. Boiling water: For minor clogs, start by boiling a pot of water. Pour the boiling water directly into the drain in two to three stages, allowing a few seconds between each pour. The hot water can help break down grease and flush away minor blockages.![]()
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2. Plunger: A plunger can be effective in dislodging clogs in sinks and tubs. Ensure there is enough water in the basin to cover the plunger's rubber cup. Place the plunger over the drain and pump it up and down forcefully several times. On the last pump, pull the plunger up quickly to create pressure and hopefully clear the clog.![]()
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3. Baking soda and vinegar: Mix 1/2 cup of baking soda with 1/2 cup of white vinegar. Pour this mixture down the drain and immediately cover the drain with a plug or a cloth to contain the chemical reaction. The foaming action can help break down organic material and clear minor clogs. After 15-30 minutes, pour boiling water down the drain to flush away the loosened debris.![]()
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4. Plumber's snake (drain auger): A plumber's snake is a flexible, long tool designed to reach deep into the drain and break up clogs. Insert the snake into the drain and rotate it clockwise while gently pushing it forward. This should help dislodge the clog, making it easier to flush away.![]()
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5. Remove and clean the trap: Underneath sinks, there is usually a U-shaped pipe called the trap, which often collects debris and causes clogs. Place a bucket or container underneath the trap to catch any water and debris. Use a wrench to loosen the nuts on both ends of the trap and remove it. Clean out any gunk and rinse the trap before reattaching it.![]()
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6. Chemical drain cleaners: Chemical drain cleaners can be used for stubborn clogs, but they should be used with caution. Follow the manufacturer's instructions, and wear appropriate safety gear, such as gloves and eye protection. Be aware that these chemicals can be harsh and may damage older pipes or fixtures.![]()
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To prevent future clogs, avoid disposing of grease, coffee grounds, food scraps, hair, and other debris down the drains. Use drain covers to catch large particles, and perform regular maintenance to keep your drains clean and clear.
The Worst Trees for Sewer Lines: What Gardening Fans Should Know - Green Packs
greenpacks.org
Sewer lines are an essential part of evey household's plumbing system. They transport waste and wastewater away from the home and into the city's sewage
Orangeburg pipe, the bane of our existence! ![]()
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www.tempe.gov/government/community-development/building-safety/applications-forms/orangeburg-pipe
Another day another cross-bore. Please be aware that if you have frequent backups and there was gas work done recently this could be the culprit. Dangerous if not familiar! ![]()
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#crossbore #sewerlateral
New toy alert! This bad boy is able to install and cure liner sections of lateral pipes in minutes using the latest and greatest UV technology. NO DIGGING NECESSARY!
With an emphasis being placed on the abundance and dangers of lead drinking water pipes, it is important to know what is in your home. A test is simple and can be done in minutes. Take a look at the guide in the article below and if you discover you have lead drinking water pipes give us a call to help. ![]()
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Here's How to Tell if You Have Lead Pipes in Your Home - The Allegheny Front
www.alleghenyfront.org
This easy how-to guide helps you check if you might have lead lurking in your home's pipes and faucets.
We are incredibly excited to use the latest and greatest in trenchless repair methods. This light-curing system repairs sewer lines in a fraction of the time and requires zero digs to install. Efficiency is the name of the game!
The advancement in underground technology certainly has its benefits. However, there are some major drawbacks. We see it happen and we fix it safely.
How New York City is preparing for expected rising sea levels from climate change
abcnews.go.com
A NOAA report says that sea levels are expected to rise by up to a foot by 2050. This is how New York City is preparing for it.
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Camera inspection reveals gas line placed into sewer lateral. Imagine the environmental damage! The Valley Stream Sewer Lateral Program takes care of this!
Recently NASA and a sea rise government task force have predicted an alarming increase in sea rise in the near future. ![]()
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"Sea levels are continuing to rise at a very alarming rate, and it's endangering communities around the world."![]()
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www.livescience.com/historic-sea-level-rise-predicted-nasa
Historic sea-level rise predicted by NASA and government task force
www.livescience.com
"The science is very clear," NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said.
DO NOT FLUSH WIPES! Please and thanks 🙂![]()
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For years wipes flushed down toilets have been a source of maintenance headaches for clean-water agencies, clogging lift station pumps, contributing to sewer blockages, driving up collection system and treatment plant maintenance costs, and subjecting personnel to unpleasant and hazardous work in clearing wipes from pumps and other equipment.![]()
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www.tpomag.com/online_exclusives/2021/12/judge-declines-to-dismiss-charleston-water-lawsuit-again...
Judge Declines to Dismiss Charleston Water Lawsuit Against Wipes… | Treatment Plant Operator
www.tpomag.com
Judge Declines to Dismiss Charleston Water Lawsuit Against Wipes Manufacturers
Another day, another orangeburg pipe bent and distorted. This stuff is responsible for carrying out the wastewater from your home. I think it's safe to say this pipe had a few leaks🤔
250 million people live within 3 feet of high tide lines worldwide. By the end of the century, it is possible we could have anywhere from 1 to 6 feet of sea rise.![]()
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Take that in for a second...![]()
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Even on the conservative side of these predictions the impact 1 foot of sea rise will have on our sewer system is catastrophic. Needless to say, the time to act is now! We need to do our part in sealing our underground infrastructure as a major preparation for the inevitable sea rise. ![]()
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www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/doomsday-glacier-thwaites-antarctica-climate-cris...![]()
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#SeaRise #sewers
'The Fuse Has Been Blown,' and the Doomsday Glacier Is Coming for Us All
www.rollingstone.com
New data suggests a massive collapse of the ice shelf in as little as five years. “We are dealing with an event that no human has ever witnessed,” says one scientist. “We have no analog...
New homeowners pay attention! Make sure to inquire about the sewer lateral when purchasing a new home. In many instances the sewer lateral is still original. Home inspectors will NOT inspect the lateral as a requirement of their inspection. This small omission can cost you thousands of precious dollars after making a monumental purchase!![]()
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www.mercurynews.com/2021/11/29/new-homeowners-need-to-replace-a-lateral-sewer-line-and-feel-misle...
New homeowners need to replace a lateral sewer line and feel misled; now what?
www.mercurynews.com
Buyers pay $1,100 a square foot for their home then find out after moving in that they need to do costly repairs.
As we approach the 20th anniversary of this tragic day, let us remember the people we lost and commemorate the heroic acts of the first responders who showed tremendous bravery and courage. ![]()
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nationaltoday.com/national-day-service-remembrance/
nationaltoday.com
National Day of Service and Remembrance on 9/11 commemorates the tragic 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Learn how to honor and to help.
Sometimes we have a hard time truly finding the right words explaining how harmful "flushable" wipes are to our sewer system. Fortunately Adam from tru TV put together a great video showing exactly that. Take a look👇![]()
#toiletsarenottrashcans![]()
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youtu.be/TgHVO-RZ8c4
Adam Ruins Everything - Why Flushable Wipes Aren't Flushable
youtu.be
Adam explains why the toilet paper industry's recent advertising ploy is clogging our drains.Subscribe: bit.ly/truTVSubscribeWatch Full Episodes for F...
Poor Bertha Moss. On the hook for a necessary sewer lateral repair which has been causing her issues for months. This will cost her thousands of precious dollars which many homeowners simply do not have. Ladies and gentleman, laterals are important!![]()
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www.nbc12.com/2021/04/13/just-pray-god-i-get-is-fixed-sewage-backups-plague-year-old-petersburg-w...
‘Just pray to God I get it fixed’: Sewage backups plague 88-year-old Petersburg woman
www.nbc12.com
An 88-year-old woman living in Petersburg has been plagued by sewage backups for the past several months.
Happy Earth Day! 🌎![]()
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"Water is the driving force of all nature."![]()
- Leonardo Da Vinci![]()
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#EarthDay
Prevent Basement Flooding and Sewer Backups with Utilities Kingston "Flood Facts"
kingstonherald.com
Lines coming from sump pumps and downspouts may be blocked with snow and ice, and water may be dammed up against foundation walls.
Let's talk about sea rise and groundwater rise for a minute. Over the past few decades sea level has been increasing at an alarming rate. We can spend hours on what is driving this increase but we want to highlight the implications of rapid sea level and corresponding groundwater rise. As groundwater levels continue to rise, underground wastewater infrastructure is at risk of being drowned. The worst part, this infrastructure is broken and susceptible to infiltration. ![]()
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What does this mean for us? Well, if you value being able to flush your toilets without any issues then this is a huge problem. When the wastewater collection system becomes filled with groundwater our waste will have nowhere to go except where it came from. And you guessed it, that means sewer backups. This problem affects us all.![]()
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So what can we do? It starts with education and awareness. Attached is a link for website with some great information about this issue (sealevelrise.org). Browse, read, learn, and share. ![]()
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Pipelogix LMS is on the front line trying to fix and seal the wastewater collection system to prevent infiltration and drowned pipes. Fighting the good fight for you!![]()
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sealevelrise.org/states/new-york/![]()
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#SeaRise #groundwater #globalwarming #newyorkenvironment
sealevelrise.org
Lets talk about the unfortunate situation of what us experts call "cross boring". Cross boring occurs when a gas line pierces or bores underground infrastructure, in our case sewer laterals. If you notice sewer issues following gas work done in your neighborhood give us a call.
Jingle bells, something smells, I hope its not my pipes!![]()
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A message to all during the much needed holiday season, watch what you put down the drains. Take a look at what Lake County, OH has to say so you don't have to call us during the holiday feast.![]()
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patch.com/ohio/mentor/mentor-tis-season-holiday-meals-well-sewer-backups
Mentor: This The Season For Holiday Meals…as Well As Sewer Backups
patch.com
In 2019, 82% of all wastewater backups reported to the LCDU were blockages within customer private laterals.
Happy Wednesday!. Except this pipe, this pipe does not get a Happy Wednesday...
Ah here comes the fall rain. It feels like summer has officially ended now. Bring on the foliage! ![]()
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Just remember, wet weather leads to ground saturation. Rain water will find the path of least resistance which in many cases is a broken sewer lateral. Have you noticed slow drainage or sewer backups during wet weather events? You are not alone. The laterals are broken and need help!
Sea rise is a real thing. An overlooked concern with sea rise is the corresponding rise in groundwater. As groundwater levels rise they will soon put sewer lines under water permanently. Leaking sewer lines equals raw contamination! ![]()
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www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-08-17/sea-level-rise-flooding-inland-california
Some California cities think they're safe from sea level rise. They’re not, new data show
www.latimes.com
As sea levels rise, so will groundwater. A new study shows where rising groundwater could lead to flooding and damage in California.
Save the laterals!!!![]()
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patch.com/missouri/universitycity/university-city-residents-offered-warranty-sanitary-sewer-later...
University City Residents Offered Warranty For Sanitary Sewer Lateral Lines
patch.com
This additional insurance will not disqualify residents from the current Sanitary Sewer Lateral Repair Program the City has in place.
Lateral pipe terrarium? Not exactly.... #rootintrusion #cctvinspection #brokenlateral
Way to go Corte Madera, CA! Educating your residents and providing a solution, tip of the cap you 👍![]()
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www.marinij.com/2020/07/20/corte-madera-district-extends-sewer-lateral-programs/
Corte Madera district extends sewer lateral programs
www.marinij.com
The Sanitary District No. 2 board has extended a grant program that helps homeowners cover repair costs.
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Santa Barbara gets it. #saynotoFOG #ThinkBeforeYouFlush
Warning issued for drain blockages - Santa Barbara News-Press
newspress.com
SANTA BARBARA — The city of Santa Barbara has issued a warning to residents, advising against...
Have you or anyone you know had to fork over $10k to replace the sewer lateral? Who has that sort of money laying around for an emergency repair anyways?![]()
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Well we have your back. Give us a call to learn about our private lateral programs and how you could avoid this terrible situation.
What is a private sewer lateral you ask? And why should you care? Take a look at the image below. There are some sneaky ways this crucial pipe can be compromised.