Nobody wants to deal with a leak anywhere in their homes but even less so when that leak is around the toilet. If you’ve noticed water at the base of your toilet, it’s possible you’ve got a leak somewhere along the toilet supply line. And while we don’t do repairs like this at In-House Plumbing […]
Brown Tap Water? Find Out What Might Be Causing It
Turning on the tap and seeing brown water flowing out of the faucet or sitting in the toilet bowl is cause for concern for anyone. There are a number of reasons why this might happen but are any of them dangerous Today I want to cover some of the reasons you might suddenly have brown […]
Why Your Washing Machine Smells Like Sewage or Rotten Eggs
Bad smells coming from your washing machine are not only not welcome but can sometimes be a sign that something is wrong. If you’ve been noticing a rotten egg or even a sewer smell coming from your washing machine, it’s time to investigate. Not only is it unpleasant but you could be dealing with something potentially harmful […]
What is a Sewer Cleanout and Why It’s Important You Know
While not a common topic of discussion, sewer cleanouts become an important topic once you start having trouble with your sewer system. And when your sewer system is buried under the slab and in the yard, the sewer cleanout plays an vital role in diagnosing any problems. What is a Sewer Cleanout? Sewer cleanouts are the […]
Cracked Sewer Pipe? Find Out If You Need a Replacement
If you’ve started noticing signs of a cracked sewer pipe, you need to get it fixed sooner rather than later. While it is important to have a properly working sewer system, I say this more because there’s no telling how long your sewer pipe has been damaged. Because by the time you start noticing the […]
What You Need to Know About Repairing or Replacing Fresh Water Lines in your Home
Problems with fresh water lines are often a bit more urgent than with sewer lines. This is because there is always water in your fresh water lines unlike a sewer system that only has water in them if there is water running somewhere in the house. So if you’ve got a fresh water leak that […]
Main Sewer Line Clogs: Causes and How to Fix Them
If you find yourself with a slow drain or even a total backup and have come to the internet to figure it out, it’s possible you’ve come across the term “Main Sewer Line” at some point in your research. But what is a main sewer line and could that be causing your drainage problem? While […]
How To Deal With Tree Roots In Your Sewer Line
One of the main culprits when it comes to sewer line stoppages are tree and shrub roots. If left to grow unfettered, these roots grow thick enough to create a complete block in the lines and will eventually break open the pipes. A Common Misconception About Roots in Sewer Lines A lot of people believe roots cause […]
What To Do When Your Outdoor Drain Is Clogged
So if you’ve noticed standing water in your yard after a rainstorm, it’s possible you have a clogged outdoor underground drain. I briefly addressed this previously in a post about water pooling in your home or yard. And while you might think it would be, it isn’t really a plumbing issue. It’s a drainage issue. But […]
Connecting PVC to Cast Iron: Should You Do It?
Connecting PVC to cast iron is no easy feat. And it’s definitely not something I recommend the casual DIYer or homeowner do themselves. Although I understand there are a few reasons why someone might go to the internet to find out more information about connecting PVC to cast iron. So how do you do it, […]
