Plumbing & Septic Articles
Bathroom Plumbing Services Spring Lake Park MN
You spend a lot of time in your bathroom and most of that time involves the use of water. Your sink, shower, tub and toilet use the majority of water in your entire home. In fact, the average household uses about 400 gallons of water every single day. Your bathroom’s plumbing is an extremely important part of your home’s plumbing system and if something goes wrong, you are looking at serious water damage. Dan’s Plumbing & Septic, located in Spring Lake Park, has been providing our clients in the Twin Cities with residential plumbing services
Preparing Your Plumbing System For The Holidays
There is much to accomplish before the holidays officially arrive. Cleaning the entire house, meal planning and preparation, decorating, and the list goes on! Did you include plumbing on your list? Likely, not. The time between Thanksgiving and Christmas are the busiest time of the year for plumbing contractors. This is because plumbing emergencies tend to arise as systems are pushed
Filtration Systems For Well Water
According to the Minnesota Department of Health, approximately 1 in every 5 Minnesotans (or roughly 1.2 million people) get their water from a private well, rather than city water sources. Every county in Minnesota has people that are regularly using well water as their primary well source. According to this same department, every resident is responsible for checking the quality of their own water. This means that you are responsible for ensuring that the water is healthy for everyone inside of your home.
Treating Hard Water In Minnesota
Minnesotans are reported to use approximately 52 gallons of water per person, per day. Nearly 80% of this water comes from public utilities, while others use private wells. It is also reported that the North Central US has some of the hardest water in all of the country, with Minneapolis ranking 3rd in the US for having the hardest water. So, what is hard water, and what can you do about it? Read on to find out…
Installing A New Dishwasher: A Homeowner’s 101
A dishwasher has become nearly a necessity in most kitchens within the past decade. Many homeowners may be considering upgrading, while some may be adding one for the first time. Either way, the benefits of owning and using a dishwasher are great. Everything from the savings in time from washing the dishes, to the savings in water by using a water-efficient appliance. Selecting the right dishwasher for you and your home are challenging enough, but how you go about installing one could be another headache altogether. Our company can help with both issue’s.
Plumbing Preparation During The Fall Months
As temperatures begin to fall and the nights get colder, it’s a sign that fall is on our doorsteps. Fall brings many wonderful colors to the leaves, cooler days which get more people outdoors, and is a precursor to the cold winter months that are inevitable. If you notice, even wild animals use the fall to prepare for the winter – gathering food and seeking out proper shelter for hibernation. Most people do not engage in this preparation until it’s too late. Consider using the fall season to prepare your home’s plumbing for the winter months. Taking some simple preparatory steps can save you
Minneapolis Area Bathroom Fixture Plumbers
Most people begin their days in the bathroom, brushing our teeth, washing our faces, and oftentimes, many steps in between. Because it is such a vital room, its maintenance is essential; you must keep the fixtures within running at peak performance. Obviously, there are certain things that a person can do to help prevent problems in the first place. We’ll go over some of the most common issues we hear about as plumbers:
Clogged Drains: One of the easiest problems to control is what goes down your drains. While it is easy to clog sink, shower
Septic System Inspections In Blaine
Modern living has many conveniences, but no convenience is perfect or without limitations. Homeowners who are connected to their city or municipal sewer system may enjoy the freedom from responsibility when something goes wrong with the local sewer system. When something goes wrong with that system, it could take the local authorities longer to resolve the issue than a private service
Safeguarding Your Well Water From Your Septic System
It’s estimated that more than 15 million households in the United States rely on private wells for drinking water. Minnesota accounts for 1.2 million of those (about 1 in every 5 households). If you own a water well and a septic system, it’s crucial that your drinking water isn’t contaminated. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) doesn’t regulate or provide standards for individual wells, but it does offer a variety of educational resources. Ultimately, private owners are responsible for the safety of their water. Learn how to protect your well from septic system contamination, safeguarding your household from harmful substances in the drinking water.
Many rural homes have a private well rather than water that’s supplied and treated by a municipality
Five Tips For Caring For Your Septic System This Summer
A septic tank system is an efficient way to dispose of waste in the home. Many people expect septic tanks to effectively perform all the time, even though they are buried beneath the earth and out of sight. Several things might impair the septic tank system’s function throughout the summer. Improper usage of the septic tank system is a common cause of septic tank problems. Many people are unaware of the need for routine care and maintenance. Here are five things to think about if you want to keep your septic system in good shape in summer:
If not properly managed, a septic tank can create solid waste over time. Septic tank odor is caused by waste in the form of sludge reaching the exit and flowing into the drain field. The foul scent originating
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