As you wait for the water to get hot, that running faucet could actually be wasting as much as 9,000 gallons of water every year!
Fat, oil and grease (aka FOG) tend to solidify when poured into the drain and trap other waste products, leading to blockage. Put FOG into a can or jar and dispose of them in the trash.
What is the difference between a French drain and a trench drain? While French drains capture and evacuate groundwater, trench drains are meant to divert excess water away from the surface before it can saturate the ground.
Did you know that a heat wave helped modernize the UK's sewage system? Known as the Great Stink of 1858, the high temperatures caused the human and industrial waste dumped into the River Thames to make the whole city stink.
Can you list a few liquids that solidify when they enter the drain? Some of these liquids include glue, grease and wax. These things harden inside the drainage system, causing a blockage.
Have you heard about Cloaca Maxima? Well, these were one of the greatest sewers in history made by Romans in 800 BC. It is said that the monument is still in use.
Did you know that culverts exist in different shapes and sizes? The general types of culverts include pipe, pipe arch, box, arch, and bridge culverts. Each type can be built as a single culvert or in multiples.
If you are noticing an unusual odor coming from your drains, this may indicate that the system needs repair. If this happens, contact us and we will be happy to help you.
If you notice a bubbling sound coming from a floor drain in your basement, it could be a sign of a slowly building blockage. While the liquid may be passing through, other materials may be trapped and slowing the process. The blockage will continue to grow unless the drain is cleaned.
Do you know that your home aesthetics can also be affected by clogged drains? Water stains and discoloration from clogged drains will have an effect on how your home looks.
Are you planning for bridge construction in coastal areas? Selecting the correct material is increasingly important because of the presence of salts. Aluminum box culverts can withstand such conditions.
Food residues are the most common cause of drain blockages. So, before doing dishes, clear all the leftover food from the utensils. You may also place a small sieve at the drain opening to trap food residue.
At first glance, arch culverts are nearly identical in appearance as pipe arch culverts. Both are semi-circle shaped and can be installed as a single unit or in multiples. However, arch culverts have artificial flooring while pipe arches do not.
Preventive maintenance is the least expensive and most practical method for keeping drains clear. Flush only human waste and water down the toilet. Also, cover all open drains (sinks and tubs) with strainers to catch food, hair and other particles.
Determining the diameter of a pipe is often a simple task. If a home or building has PVC pipes, the diameter is typically stamped directly onto the pipe.
Grease and oil, when washed down the drain with hot water, both cool off the further they move from the entry point and coagulate along the line, clogging the drains and creating significant problems that require reaming and cleaning.
If you have a single-family rental property, we recommend having the drains serviced when a tenant moves out, especially if he or she has been their awhile. Cleaning drains early, before there is a problem, prevents disasters later.
Have you been looking for a low-cost and efficient solution for a small bridge? Aluminum box culverts are one of the best options in such circumstances.
If a drain has a history of being slow, it could be a problem with the venting system, roots in the lines, or some other blockage. The more information you can provide, the faster and more efficiently we will be able to determine the problem.
Shortly after World War II, manufacturers developed asbestos cement pipe (ACP). It was used for sanitary sewer lines until the 1970s, when a cascade of line breaks revealed it could not withstand the caustic effects of waste water.
How old is the drainage system in your municipality? At some point, the materials used will degrade to the point where they need to be replaced or relined. To prevent a line breakage that disrupts the entire community, call and arrange for a system-wide inspection and evaluation.
Do you know that extreme weather or frost do not affect the quality of aluminum box culverts? Moreover, aluminum culverts are more economical and require minimum maintenance.