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What To Do If Your Pipes Burst

Have you ever put an unopened bottle of water in the freezer? As water freezes, it becomes ice, which expands until it cracks the plastic. When the ice thaws again, the water will run out of the holes of the broken bottle.

How To Avoid Sewer Clogs from Fat, Oil and Grease

Whether you cook at home or eat out at a restaurant, every kitchen uses fats and oils to give food richness, flavor and moisture. What happens to the fat, oil and grease once the meal is over? When they get poured down the drain, fats, oils and grease cool down, turn solid and clog the…

Storms On The Horizon

According to the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), above-average and record-breaking temperatures paired with ongoing La Niña conditions make for a busy storm season this year. For the east and gulf coast states, August through October are considered peak hurricane months, with September being the most active time for tropical storms.

How to Clean Your Water Heater Filter: Sediment Buildup

The hot water heater is one of the most important parts of any home. We use it whenever we shower, wash clothes or clean the dishes. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average household spends up to $600 per year on water heating, accounting for about 15% of utility bills. That makes your…

5 Things To Know About Your Grinder Pump

The grinder pump is a vital part of your home’s waste-disposal system. It works like a kitchen sink garbage disposal by breaking down waste solids so they travel easily through pipes. Grinder pumps grind up and then pump waste through the sewer feeder line to the collecting sewer main that leads to the facility where…

Protect Your Water System After Inclement Weather

When a snow storm, deep freeze or other winter weather sets in, it can be downright unpleasant. It can also affect your water services or pipes. This is why it’s vital to protect your water system before and after inclement weather.

Does It Flush? What Should and Shouldn’t Go In Your Toilet

Like our healthcare system, it’s important to remember that our wastewater treatment has its limits. We must all do our part to make sure our facilities are not strained past their breaking point — and that includes the facilities in your house.

How to Conserve Water

Now more than ever, water conservation has become a focus of many conversations surrounding climate change, environmental consciousness, and the future of the planet. So, let’s go through your house, room-by-room, to find a few new ways to save on your water bill and slow your water usage.