Plumbing & Septic Articles
Springtime Septic Maintenance Tips
Minnesota is notorious for long winters, but it’s important to prepare your septic system for spring starting in late March-early April. As the rainy season begins and the snowstorms come to an end, the added weight of excess ground water can put stress on your septic system if you’re not fully prepared.
Residential And Commercial Backflow Installation
Backflow is the unintended flow of untreated, polluted, or contaminated water in a reverse direction. There are two types of backflows: back-siphonage and back-pressure. Back-siphonage occurs when a drop in pressure happens on the upstream side of a cross-connection. Back-pressure is when the pressure downstream, towards the end user, of the service connection becomes greater than that supplied. Backflow Preventers are a special type of control valve that, when installed and maintained properly, will prevent
Kitchen And Bathroom Plumbing Services Anoka County
We use the plumbing system in our homes multiple times a day, especially in our kitchen and bathrooms. Every time we wash our hands, flush a toilet, cook and clean we use water. This water must travel through the pipes in our home. When our plumbing system is working well, we do not need to give it much thought, but when there is a problem, that is another story. A sudden plumbing problem can mean a leak that causes water damage to your ceiling/flooring, a flooded toilet or tub in the bathroom
What Every Homeowner Should Know About Copper Piping
Since the 1960s, copper has been the piping material of choice in the United States, for both homes and commercial businesses. There’s a good chance that your home’s plumbing is made of copper, which gives your home some distinct advantages. However, copper piping does have its share of issues. In this post we’ll look at the good and the bad sides of copper, and a few warning signs to watch for.
The prevalence of copper plumbing is more than just a mid-century fad. It’s earned its popularity for several reasons and should be everyones first choice:
Can Plumbing Vents Clog?
You can probably point out the HVAC vents in your home, but could you do the same with your plumbing vents? It’s okay if you can’t; they’re likely hidden in the walls, and the main stack sits on your roof. Plumbing vents ensure that you and your family don’t have to worry about toxic gas and odors backing up into your house. Most homeowners don’t even know their homes have plumbing vents, let alone how to tell when something has gone wrong with them.
Quality Plumbing Services In Anoka County
Finding a good plumber is not easy. Many companies cut corners, do not provide good customer service and charge too much for the services they provide. Plumbing work is difficult and can be disastrous if not completed correctly. Dan’s Plumbing & Septic understands this and has worked to establish a strong reputation in the Anoka County area for being a plumbing service you can count on. We have been providing high-quality plumbing services for more than sixty years. Repeat customers and referrals are at the heart of our success. As we have grown over the last six decades, we have remained committed to our community and always focused on our customers.
Sump Pumps To Combat April Showers
Everyone’s heard the phrase, “April showers bring May flowers,” but with the advent of Spring in March, April showers could spell disaster if homes are not properly prepared for the chance of flooding. One of your main lines of defense in basement flooding is a home’s sump pump. Many homeowners may be completely unaware of its presence
Sump Pumps Give Peace Of Mind Through Storms
Between winter blizzards and summer storms, Southeastern Minnesota sees its fair share of water. Unfortunately, many basements aren’t built to withstand this amount of water. If flooding is a common problem in your basement, consider having a sump pump installed by the experts at Dan’s Plumbing and Septic. Having a dependable sump pump in your corner, you won’t need to worry every time the snow thaws or the rain comes pouring down. A reliable sump pump will bail you out every time!
A sump pump is a system designed to rid your basement of water from flooding or any other form of excess water. These pumps are vital to many homes or buildings
Twin Cities Plumbing Services
Plumbing services can include a wide variety of repairs. The plumbing system in your home is quite extensive and a plumbing problem can mean extensive water damage that impacts flooring, sheetrock and even your home’s foundation. You may first think about your bathrooms and kitchen, but your washing machine, garbage disposal, water heater and laundry tub also uses water and can present problems. In addition, if you have a septic system, this is another area that requires routine maintenance. Dan’s Plumbing & Septic is a trusted plumbing company serving the Twin Cities area for more than fifty years. We install and repair all types of appliances including toilets
Laundry Tub And Utility Sink Installation
Having access to a sink when you need one is a great convenience. Most people are used to having sinks in their kitchen and bathrooms, but there are other locations where a sink can come in handy as well. Installing a utility sink in these areas can make tasks such as laundry, bathing your dog and cleaning easier, while also keeping you from having to dump things like cleaning wastewater into your kitchen or bathroom sink. Depending on how your home is laid out, though, it might also be a significant undertaking.
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