FLOOR DRAIN REPAIR Just like anything else in life, plumbing can sometimes require your attention. Especially when things start going sideways with your drains. Floor drains can be found in laundry rooms, basements and showers most notably; however, they can be anywhere in the home. So here we will see when you need to look …
THE BIGGEST PLUMBING MYTHS Being aware of common plumbing myths can save you the hassle of emergency repairs. Plumbing is typically viewed as an emergency measure when a plumbing issue arises out of the blue. Calling a plumber should be the last thing you should do after you witness a plumbing emergency, right? The answer …
THINGS THAT CAN DAMAGE YOUR PLUMBING SYSTEM By taking precautions in what you do when using your plumbing system, you can avoid any unexpected plumbing emergencies. The most commonly used system in our homes is our plumbing systems. We use our plumbing systems every single day when washing our hands, taking a shower, hosing your …
Water main problems and how we can help Issues resulting from a damaged water main are not uncommon. In fact, they do happen quite frequently, especially in older areas, trees with plenty of vegetation, and where there is high usage. These problems take more than just a plunger or some homemade “pipe clearing” mixture to …
Drain Excavation What is Drain Excavation? Drain excavation is a process carried out when your home’s drain pipes are clogged. This isn’t the kind of clog that can be cleared with a toilet plunger, we’re talking serious clogs that will undoubtedly cause serious damage to your home’s plumbing system. The process involves digging up old …
WHAT CAUSES SEWER BACKUP? Whew! What’s that smell? Rotten eggs, sulphur? That’s raw sewage. If you are smelling that in and around your house, it might be because you have a backup. Now you’ve discovered this problem, but let’s take a look at the causes, risk factors, symptoms, potential solutions, and preventions when it comes …
LOW WATER PRESSURE Low water pressure is a common issue for many households. Low water pressure can affect your plumbing system and many appliances that you use on a day-to-day basis. Whether you need to wash the dishes or take a quick shower, low water pressure can make it difficult to do even the simplest …
LEAD PIPE REPLACEMENT Lead pipes as you may know can have many negative effects on the home and the body. These pipes were used in Toronto homes up until the 1950s. But if your home was built after that, you may not be in the clear yet. Up until the 1990s, lead was used to …
LEAKING WATER MAIN What is a water main? The water main is an underground pipe that helps transport fresh water from the public water supply to your home. The average lifespan of this device is 59 years so there may be a chance that you will have to replace one in your lifetime. Why does …
HOW TO HIRE THE RIGHT EMERGENCY PLUMBING COMPANY Do you have old pipes that need replacing? Rooter Team is happy to provide you with water service upgrades and repairs! It is a homeowner’s nightmare to come home and find that their beloved house has sprung a leak, or even worse a pipe has burst, and …
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