Pipeworks Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Plumbing’

Introducing the P-Trap

Monday, January 23rd, 2023

In our journey to be informative for our potential customers, friends, and neighbors, we’d like to talk about some important components of a plumbing system.

When faced with the decision of whether to call for drain cleaning in Champaign, IL, or to try and fix a drain clog yourself, it gets easier when you know how your plumbing system is set up.

This kind of information should be freely available, but the truth is that a lot of amateur plumbers don’t even know the basics behind how a drain system works and why things are set up in a certain way.

Talk to any home inspector or professional plumber and you’ll find out how common it is for these small mistakes to be made which end up ruining the space in someone’s home.

So, why does your drain look like a sideways letter P? It’s simple, but an answer that might give you insight on your next drain cleaning appointment.

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The Biggest Home Disaster to Prepare for

Monday, January 9th, 2023

Unconventional weather events are pretty normal at this point, despite the “unconventional” part. Ice storms, arctic blasts, polar vortexes, and more are starting to cause us to make some life choices when it comes to our houses. As the weather changes, so too must our plumbing strategies.

Luckily, plumbing systems are pretty unique in the fact that they run all-year round despite the weather. A plumbing system isn’t going to run any differently in the winter than it would in the spring, summer, or fall. But you might encounter different problems depending on how the weather turns out.

Before the next arctic blast or polar vortex, we’d like to talk about the elephant in the room–potential frozen pipes in Bloomington. We’ll discuss what they are, how they come about, and why they’re one of the most insidious problems to encounter when you lose power or encounter a sudden temperature drop this winter.

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Hydro Jetting Vs. Drain Chemicals

Monday, November 14th, 2022

When confronted with a clogged drain, which solution should you choose? It’s true that one of them doesn’t require the aid of a licensed plumber, but that’s not necessarily a good thing in this case. For mild drain clogs, we’d recommend first using a plunger and a drain snake, which are specifically designed to use pressure to remove clogging materials.

However, if you’ve spent hours trying to get rid of a drain clog by plunging it or using a drain snake, then at that point you’re confronted with a problem. Do you call a professional for help? Or do you choose one of the more colorful solutions sitting in the plumbing aisle at the grocery store?

The truth is that you should always go with a plumber for hydro jetting in Champaign, IL, but the reasoning might be surprising to you. Let’s talk about why hydro jetting works.

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Choosing a New Plumber in Bloomington

Monday, July 25th, 2022

So, you’ve experienced your first leak in a long time, or perhaps you’re a new homeowner that needs help with a drain clog. Where do you even start? Your old reliable plumber is far away and would never be able to help you here, so it’s up to you to find a new reliable plumber that you can count on. Do you find a phonebook and start looking through the pages for ads or catchy slogans? Or perhaps you start looking online or asking through social media?

Well, when it comes to plumbing in Bloomington, IL, there are some things you can look for that will determine which plumbers are worth calling. Social media searching can be a toss-up, because many friends or neighbors will point you towards an amateur which you should avoid at all costs. And not everyone even has a phonebook anymore. But if you look online, you might find it easier to choose your next trusted plumber than you initially thought!

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Protect Your Kitchen Sink From a Drain Clog

Monday, May 16th, 2022

You might get a headache just from trying to picture how much you really use your kitchen sink. The kitchen is referred to as the “hearth” of a home, so the kitchen sink is probably at the center of where you spend most of your time. The more this part of your kitchen clogs, the more complicated and uncomfortable your life might be. That’s why we recommend taking steps to protect your kitchen drain from clogging up.

Do you need to go out of your way to spend thousands of dollars on high-tech solutions for your drain in order to achieve this goal? Of course not! Follow along our blog to learn a few nifty ways to improve the flow and functionality of your kitchen sink, without having to spend much money (or any at all!)

Let’s work together to protect your plumbing in Bloomington, IL.

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The Science Behind Hydro Jetting

Monday, May 2nd, 2022

You’ve probably heard us mention “hydro jets” on this blog, but we rarely ever talk about the specifics behind it. Using pressurized water isn’t a new idea, it’s the main idea behind power washing and other methods of cleaning heavy-duty equipment. The only difference between a power washer and a hydro jet is the fact that a hydro jet is specifically meant for the inside of a drain system.

This blog post is dedicated to understanding what a hydro jet does, how it works, and why it’s such an important tool of a plumber’s arsenal. We’d even go as far as to argue that a plumber that goes without a hydro jet shouldn’t be called a professional. It’s such a simple yet effective tool, that we think anyone interested in plumbing in Bloomington, IL should know more about it!

Let’s talk about hydro jetting!

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3 Reasons to Get a Garbage Disposal

Monday, January 24th, 2022

Many new homeowners and home renovators skip over the idea of a garbage disposal these days. With people trying to cut costs wherever they can and be more minimalist, we can understand the appeal of just having a simple sink in your kitchen. But for those homeowners and families that cook quite often, you can probably tell where we’re going with this. Garbage disposals might seem like an old-fashioned design, but they’re extremely utilitarian and great for home cooks and those trying to save on plumbing costs.

These plumbing appliances are actually quite minimalist in design because they don’t require any extra room in your kitchen. They work behind the scenes and only require a switch. So, if you’ve ever thought about why you might want to invest in a garbage disposal in Downs, IL, this is the blog post for you. We’ll go through some great benefits of these systems.

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Our Guide to Preventing Frozen Pipes

Monday, January 10th, 2022

Frozen pipes can be a nightmare to encounter. Before you know it, you’ve got a burst pipe and the moment it thaws you’re going to be dealing with a pretty substantial water leak. We want to quell your anxiety first and foremost by reassuring you that we’re the pros to call when you encounter this kind of thing. We can fix burst pipes, patch leaks when things start to thaw, and we can even give you some advice as to how to avoid this kind of situation from happening again.

The important thing to remember is that frozen pipes in Bloomington should never be addressed by a homeowner unless you’re just trying to stop things from getting worse before a professional arrives. Burst pipes can usually become heavy-duty leaks, and without the right equipment, you could see your property damaged and a lot of wasted water.

Here are a few things you can do to avoid this nightmare scenario.

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Is Drain Cleaning Really Necessary?

Monday, October 18th, 2021

The short answer—yes. The longer answer—yes, but let us explain.

Every home is built with a plumbing system and wastewater drainage. Unless you live so off-the-grid that you don’t use any appliances, but we find that hard to believe since those kinds of homeowners wouldn’t be reading this blog post anyway. We can take this one step further by saying every home’s plumbing system will clog eventually, and while it might be this year or in 5 years, it’s bound to happen. Drain clogs are a pretty natural occurrence, and all we can do is postpone them for as long as possible.

Drain cleaning in Bloomington is a service that’s designed to mitigate this kind of situation. Instead of waiting hesitantly for the drain clog that’s going to cause problems the day of your big Halloween party, it can be a great idea to invest in drain cleaning services beforehand to make sure you’re not greeted by this terrible situation.

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Our Emergency Toilet Repair Guide

Monday, August 9th, 2021

Do you have a malfunctioning toilet on your hands? There’s nothing quite as unpleasant as an overflowing toilet or one with a leaking base. There’s so much to do in terms of cleanup. You also don’t want your bathroom to suffer from any water damage.

What can you do then? Here we highlight some of the most common emergency toilet problems and what you can do to resolve them.

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