When it comes to residential plumbing, the last thing a homeowner wants to see is a bathroom or basement filled with raw sewage. It’s gross, and life comes to a complete standstill. There’s no laundry. There are no showers. There’s no going to the bathroom. What should be going down is now coming back up. When there’s a major clog or standing water in your yard, you’ll need a sewer inspection.

What Could It Be?

Most normal clogs happen near the beginning of the pipe and impact only one area. For example, hair clogging a shower drain won’t impact the toilet or the kitchen sink. When the clog happens further down the line, it’s more difficult to diagnose.

Often times over the counter products work with small clogs. But when dirty water is backing up in multiple areas, you need reliable plumbers to take care of the situation. There are many things that could be causing the problem, such as tree roots breaking through and causing a blockage, damage to the pipe itself, and items blocked deep in the pipe. The problem could also stem from a mix of all of these and more. The best way to find out is with a sewer pipe inspection.

Sewer Inspection Plumbing Service:

Your home is a maze of pipes that all link up to the main sewer line to get rid of used water. With a sewer inspection, our team uses a camera that will go into your pipes to see what’s causing the problem.

The plumbing problem is not likely to be happening anywhere near your sinks or toilets; it’s more likely happening near where the pipes link up or even further down the line. The camera is small and able to manage the twists and turns of the pipes and show us not only what the issue is, but how far into the sewer pipes it is located. Once we know what and where, we can decide the best way to take care of it.

Don’t Wait on Plumbing Repair Service:

Don’t gamble with the health of your family. Call Hansen’s right away if you suspect there may be an issue.

Many times, people are worried about the cost associated with major plumbing work, but when sewage is backing up into the home or yard, it’s not something that can wait. That’s because sewage isn’t just regular water; it’s filled with bacteria and other contaminated materials that are health hazards.

Let us keep your home and family safe.

The holidays are stressful enough with school plays, church outings, and the countless number of people visiting your house for Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas. You need to have reliable plumbing throughout the season or else your dream holiday could become a nightmare.

Why Think About Plumbing Service Now?

You may not think so, but you’re using much more water during the holidays than you realize. There are extra dishes that need to be washed, more showers because of all the events, and don’t forget about how many times Uncle Buck’s going to be using your bathroom!

Now is the perfect time to get all those small problems you’ve been procrastinating fixed and make sure everyone has a wonderful holiday season.

Watch Out for These Holiday-Ruining Problems:

Have you noticed your drains aren’t draining as fast as they should be or your toilet bowl not flushing as fast? This may be a minor inconvenience now, but when your house is full of people, it could be a disaster. Slow drains are likely caused by minor clogs that reliable plumbers can take care of with ease. They may also notice other issues that you’re not even aware of, such as leaks or other plumbing problems.

When Uncle Buck clears out the turkey dinner, the last thing you want is him running out of the bathroom screaming because the toilet overflowed, or seeing the sink overflowing with dishes that need to be washed.

Use Only Licensed Plumbers:

The holidays are a busy time for everyone, including plumbers, so you might be tempted to hire the first one with an opening to visit your home, but be wary; only open your home to licensed plumbers like Hansen’s, because we are certified and have proof that we are experts in our field.

You run into many risks when an unlicensed plumber enters your home, including shoddy work and untrustworthy business practices. You could wind up with a problem that is worse than when it started or be overcharged for basic plumbing services. Let Hansen’s make sure your holiday plans go like they’re supposed to, by celebrating Thanksfixing and Fixmas worry-free!

It’s time to come together. The recent natural disasters have left long term damage on a local, national, and global scale. Even though we couldn’t have predicted the magnitude of the catastrophes, we can control what actions we all take next. The Hansen’s Plumbing team sends our condolences to all who have been affected by the widely-reached fires and hurricanes. We want to offer support to those who have been greatly impacted this year.

We are hopeful and prepared to better the world around us. Let’s take action to positively influence our communities. We can spread some love by volunteering and/or donating to a local charity to help rebuild what has been lost. As a community, every effort counts.

Hansen’s Plumbing has the sophisticated equipment ready to inspect your house! We utilize a multi-step process that will ensure up-to-date plumbing for you and your family.

Want a play-by-play of your sewer system? We are able to offer you the footage. Our sewer video inspections, create a system that offers complete visibility to any plumbing damage both above and below the surface. The video records a 360 view of any detected clogs and leaks so we can go back and analyze the scene with a greater lens.

What’s in it for you? Here’s what the sewer video inspections can detect:

Breaks, Shifts and Misalignments:

If your plumbing is misaligned, infiltration will occur from the ground work. The extra wastewater will enter and erode the soil, leading to pressure build up and pipelines to collapse.

Root Intrusions:

If there is a crack, hole, or separation in your pipe, tree roots or other organic plant material can enter. The warm flow of water through drainage pipes create condensation. Tree roots seek the moisture, so the smallest opening will allow the roots to enter and grow inside of the pipe. If left unnoticed, the tiny roots scale into larger roots; causing shifting root movement to lead to pipe failure.

Bellys and Flat Spots:

When there is a low area, flat or belly spot, the pipe ends up holding excessive water after the flow has ended its cycle. The pooling water can build up debris which can lead to a backup or blockage.

Cross Bores:

Cross bores occur from directional drilling work. If a natural gas line is cut or configured simultaneously when plumbers are unclogging a sewer line, a fire or explosion can be generated from the unintentional cross contact.

Objects and Obstructions:

Not all objects are meant to go down the drains. If they prevent water from passing through the sewer lines, a blockage, clog, or backup of water and flooding will occur.

The first step to solving the problem is becoming aware of it. Thanks to the sewer video inspection, we get to the root of the problem and then provide you with different options to correct your sewer lines.

Still don’t think that you need an inspection? We promise that you’ll thank later.

Let Hansen’s Plumbing provide you with a free 2nd opinion on all sewer lines. Contact us for more details!

Source:

How To Prevent Sewer Line Obstruction

What Causes a Collapsed Sewer Line

Sewer Line Belly VS Pipe Channeling

Tree Roots in Sewer Line

Water makes up approximately 70% of our entire body, so it is important to keep it in good condition. As plumbing professionals, we are first to know about water safety, but we want you to have that quality assurance all year round.

Plumbing services work to eliminate backflow. A backflow condition can occur if the pressure inside your home increases higher than the incoming water pressure, from a booster pump system for example, or if there is a back siphonage condition which could happen if a fire hydrant gets broken. When this occurs, the contaminated water cross connects with your current water source and could cause an intake of unhealthy water back into the water that you drink. Reverse Osmosis Systems will remove common chemical contaminants (metal ions, aqueous salts), including sodium, chloride, copper, chromium, and lead; may reduce arsenic, fluoride, radium, sulfate, calcium, magnesium, potassium, nitrate, and phosphorous.

Keep your water fresh: You are what you eat, right? More like, you are what you drink. It’s important to know how safe your water is prior to it entering your plumbing line. Unsanitary water can cause serious health issues and old outdated plumbing systems can leach lead into the water lines. Through the technique of water softening, calcium and magnesium ions are removed; as they cause the water to be hard. Iron ions may also be removed during softening. The best way to soften water is to use a water softener unit and connect it directly to the water supply.

To avoid spending more time in the bathroom than you had intended you want to be aware of not allowing bacteria to enter the water that you use for food and drink. An active charcoal carbon filter is the most effective at removing chlorine, sediment, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), taste and odor from water. They are not effective at removing minerals, salts, and dissolved inorganic compounds.

Lead, on the other hand, is good for shielding Superman against kryptonite, paints and gas, but NOT good for your health. Lead poisoning is damaging on the brain and nervous system. Toxic chemicals can be released from your own pipes, faucets, and more. If lead leaches into your water system, your refreshing water can become toxic. A simple check by an experienced plumber can easily prevent all of these issues for you and your family.

Keep the age of your house in mind. Just like shoes and hairstyles get dated, so do your pipes. The older your house, the more it pays to have your pipes checked. Be proactive; not reactive. Get a yearly check-up or at least a regular inspection throughout the year. One check up in a day, can keep the doctor away.

Let us help make sure your family is safe!

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Do you feel like you’re drowning in house repairs? If so, it’s time to put Hansen’s Plumbing services to the test! You don’t know what you don’t know, right? You constantly hear about plumbing services, but do you really know what services are being offered? We recognize that things fall apart, but we are here to put them back together and flush away any problems. Is your garbage disposal acting up? Are you experiencing a toilet issue or a leaking faucet?

Our skilled team has solved a multitude of services big and small 24/7:

Has your Pressure Regulator failed?

Failed piping or supply lines might not be covered under your homeowners insurance if your pressure regulator is not functioning correctly and you have a pipe failure. We install or repair any issues to prevent any future negative effects on the operation of your water supply.

Water Heater

Whether you are in the midst of the heat or caught in the snow, it is important to keep your water heater serviced. We will flush out the mineral buildup and replace the anode rod that protects your tank. Hansen’s will provide you with expertise on the correct size and type of water heater to fit your every need.

Backflow Testing and Repair

We also offer backflow test and repair.

Smoke Test

Better safe than sorry! We perform smoke testing to identify any failures in your waste and vent system to prevent any sewer gas or waste from going into your home.

Sewer Video

With video line inspections, we educate you on what’s inside your lines and where to prevent future damage. We can identify any failures in your sewer and have also found toys and jewelry among other things.

Hydro Jet

When cable machine cleaning is not enough, we rely on our hydro jet drain cleaning, which uses high pressure water into a drain to eliminate debris, clear tree roots and clean drain walls.

We know it can be draining to deal with recurring plumbing inconveniences, but Hansen’s is licensed, insured and bonded and ensure best practices in all that we do for our clients.

Listen friends, your home is perfect just the way it is. Hansen’s Plumbing is here to help keep it that way. Unless you want a change… then we remodel too. ☺

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August 11th, 2017

We get it. It can be challenging to find the right contractor. It’s even more difficult to find a plumbing service that is licensed, insured and bonded. A contractor with a trusting attitude isn’t enough. We value our customer’s safety and personal liability, and ensure that our work is covered in the event anything goes wrong with your installation or repair.

Here’s why the liability of your plumbing services matters…

Picture this. You’re thinking about scheduling an annual inspection, but find a failed pipe in your drains before doing so. You’re in dire need of a fix, but can’t find the right professional.

We put YOUR safety first. Our licensed professionals use high quality parts; equipped for basic to intricate plumbing problems. Our customers know that it’s not only our pleasure, but responsibility to protect their homes and the people within it. Our team will establish a reliable quote process based on your budget. We know that you aren’t just investing in a service; you are investing in a solution.

Have commitment issues? We recommend our customers and potential customers confirm your contractor is licensed and in good standing here!

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The heat has arrived! The real question is… what do you do to overcome the weather change? In the summertime, it can be challenging to beat the heat. You must be equipped to the rising temperatures and be prepared to maintain your household during every season.

Here are a few tips that you can keep in mind while soaking up the summer sun!

Water Works:

Assess your sprinklers early in the season. No need to add onto the current drought! Be prepared to switch out a sprinkler head or look for underground leaks, as it will prevent future leaking complications inside and outside of the house.

Get an Annual Inspection:

An annual drainage check- up for your home will help alleviate damage before any damage is done. Being consistent ensures that money and time will be saved in the long run. No need to call plumbing 911, we will protect your house from any leaking, bursts or fixture emergencies!

Get a Grip On Your Drip:

Need a vacation? Summer is the best time to get away and relax. However, you can’t forget what you are leaving behind. Make sure to turn the water heater off or down when departing in order to save money.

The Hansen’s team is spending the summer months working hard for YOU and enjoying time with family and friends… we hope you are too!

The water that comes from under the ground or flowing in a river is vastly different than the water that comes out of your faucet. Natural water contains minerals and other contaminants that impact everything from its flavor to your health. If you’re doing plumbing remodeling, then you might consider improving your water quality, so let’s talk about the difference between water treatment and water softening.

What is Hard Water?

When a person says their water is hard, it means it contains high levels of minerals such as calcium or magnesium. The water traditionally gets these minerals as it’s flowing underground and passes through rock deposits that contain these minerals. As the water passes through your pipes, it can leave deposits that will eventually clog the pipes and cause sewer problems. It can also stain clothing and fixtures. The World Health Organization stated there are no significant negative health effects from hard water, but the impact it can cause on your pipes, clothing, and fixtures makes it a problem that should be fixed.

Water Treatment is Water Softening:

Water treatment is a blanket term to cover anything that helps improve the quality of your water including water softening. Water softening is only a way of removing the minerals making the water hard. Water softening often uses salts that can adhere to the mineral ions in the water and remove them. More general water treatment, like what’s done to a municipal water supply, uses a wider variety of treatments, such as reverse osmosis. We mentioned earlier how hard water can negatively impact clothing, so many laundry detergents contain water softeners including sodium carbonate to eliminate the minerals from the water during the wash. A good water softening system can help keep you from calling a friendly plumber in the future.

What Does Water Treatment Do?

While water softening removes the minerals that cause hard water, water treatment can remove all types of contaminants depending on the type of treatment. There can be heavy metals in your water including lead and mercury or even radioactive elements such as radium. Cities and municipalities use complex water treatment systems to remove many of the contaminants, but take our plumbing advice: remove additional contaminants with an in-home water treatment system.

Hansen’s Plumbing is available to help you with hard water or water treatment. Let us provide you with systems that improve your water quality.