Gene's Water and Sewer | Twin Cities Water & Sewer Systems

There are many joys in home ownership, but like everything else in life there are also some challenges and the occasional issues. One of the more daunting tasks of the homeowner is dealing with sewer or plumbing concerns. After all, there is not much fun to be had dealing with clogged pipes, line back-ups, and obstructions. Fortunately many of them can be prevented by adhering to the following do's and don'ts of sewer and septic tanks maintenance. Tips for Avoiding Sewer Problems Some of the best things you can do to prevent sewer backups and blockages are: Always collect cooking grease, fats, and oils in a container to be thrown in the garbage. Do not just rinse these items down the drain. Be sure to throw away diapers, sanitary napkins, etc...in the garbage-NEVER flush these items down the commode! Install a sewer backflow preventer device (BPD) to prevent backflows or backups from the sewer. When it comes to landscaping, be sure that plants with spread...

Of all the jobs on the homeowner's "to do" list, chances are plumbing related work is not likely under the heading "Love to do". And in the world of plumbing, perhaps the least favorite job for a homeowner is that of sewer and flooding problems. After all, when there are sewer related problems then other issues such as loss of property, damage to the home, electrical malfunctions as a result of the excess moisture and even the risk of disease for one's family can occur. Consequently, it is necessary to do all you can to prevent sewer and water problems from being a part of your work list. One of the most common water problems is a wet basement. When this is experienced as a homeowner, it is important to determine where the water is coming from. This is typically the result of one of four common sources: Surface water that has run down the foundation walls. When this happens take a look at these areas: Check the gutters to see if they are block...