Sewer Backup: Responsibility Of Santa Cruz City Or The Homeowner?
It’s an age-old question if by age-old you only refer to modern times: If there’s a sewer backup, who is responsible? The property owners, or the city, in this case, Santa Cruz, which oversees the entire sanitary system, made up of 160 miles of pipes? The short answer? In most cases, it’s the homeowner, but […]
Leaking Pipes in Your Wall – How to Find Them, And What Are the Repair Options and Cost
- By: Joe WebsterLeaks, Pipes
Plumbing problems often don’t come alone, especially if water damage gets to areas in your house that are hard to reach or structural. Leaking pipes inside your walls can go unnoticed until they have already damaged your wall, floor, or electric system. If you suspect there is a leaking pipe inside a wall, read on […]
Is Sewer Line Repair Covered By Insurance?
Homeowner’s insurance can cover a lot of things, but sewer line repair is not one of them in most cases. The part of the sewer line that goes through your property is considered a structure of your home, but getting the insurance company to cover the cost of replacing it is rare. But, it can […]
How Covid-19 Is Changing the Plumbing Industry
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world as we know it in the past year, and affected our lives in many ways, from our social activities to our income, health, and preoccupations. A lot of industries have taken a hit because of the economy slowing down since several protective measures have been taken. The plumbing […]
Does Your Basement Smell Like A Sewer? Top Reasons Why It Might
Sewer smells are one of the most unpleasant odors around, and nobody wants this kind of scent to radiate from anywhere inside their homes. Even if initially located in the basement, the sewer smell can quickly travel to other areas of your home as well, and make things very unpleasant. But, the bad smell isn’t […]
Can Water Filters Make Me Healthier?
The water you consume and use every day has more impact on your health than you can imagine. The quality of the water we have in our homes is often something we take for granted, thinking it’s good enough since water sources are regulated closely by municipalities. But making healthier life choices often means that […]
How Much Will It Cost to Replace Plumbing in an Old House?
- By: Joe WebsterPipes
Having your whole plumbing system replaced can be a very costly project, so it’s understandable if you want to ensure that it’s the right decision. But, having an old system that reached the end of its life expectancy can lead to more problems in the long run that will not only require replacing it anyway […]
How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Toilet?
We tend to take our toilets for granted. That is until something goes wrong and you realize that it’s a crucial part of your house. If your toilet is leaking or if it got clogged, you probably want to repair it fast. In general, you can expect to pay between $100 and $200 to repair […]
How Much Does It Cost to Fix Leaking or Burst Pipes?
- By: Joe WebsterPipes
Leaking or burst pipes are one of the most common problems that emergency plumbers are called for. The things that might cause leaking or a burst within the pipes are varied, which is why it’s quite difficult to tell how much the total cost will end up being for your particular problem. To give you […]
How Much Does it Cost to Fix a Water Heater?
Water heater problems can vary from minor ones to irreparable ones. That’s one of the reasons why it’s hard to tell how much money you should prepare for a fix before you know exactly what went wrong. Water heaters don’t have a lot of parts, so there’s only so much that can be wrong with […]
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