Facts and Tips Archives

Does Toilet Wastewater Drain into a Storm Sewer?

Posted on July 7, 2025August 8, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

Understanding Your Home’s Water Drainage System Your home operates with two fundamental water systems: one that brings water in and another that takes water out. In previous blogs, I have discussed where water in Minneapolis and St. Paul originates. This blog will focus on where wastewater goes after it leaves your home. How Wastewater Leaves […]

What to Expect When You’re Expecting (A Bathroom Remodel)

Posted on July 3, 2025July 8, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

How to plan a bathroom remodel. There are two reasons that people choose to remodel a bathroom. The first reason is to make the bathroom look better. This is referred to as a surface remodel as you are just replacing things to make it prettier. The second reason is to make the bathroom function better […]

Why do you need plumbing vents? – Ask a Plumber

Posted on April 17, 2025April 21, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

Understanding Plumbing Vents: What Every Homeowner Should Know Properly functioning plumbing vents are essential for maintaining a healthy and efficient plumbing system in your home. Without them, your drains can become slow, foul odors may develop, and dangerous sewer gases could enter your living spaces. In this guide, we’ll explore what plumbing vents are, why […]

When Should You Call a Plumber?

Posted on February 6, 2025February 7, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

How do I know if I should call a plumber? In general, especially in an emergency, most homeowners struggle with when to call a handyman/appliance repair technician versus calling a licensed plumber. Generally, when the operation or general use of an appliance starts to grow worse and worse, it is likely to be a job […]

My Garbage Disposal is Clogged – What Do I Do?

Posted on January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

What to do when your garbage disposal is clogged. If your garbage disposal fails to function when turned on, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can take yourself before you call a plumber. Safety First! Garbage disposals combine three common household hazards; Water, Electricity, and Sharp Objects! If you are at all unsure about […]

My Sewer is Backing Up – Help! – Ask a Plumber

Posted on April 11, 2024April 17, 2024 by Charlie Avoles

Understanding Sewer Backup Causes Why does my sewer keep backing up? An individual fixture in your home can get backed up, or the main sewer line that goes underneath your basement floor can be backed up. If you are having multiple fixtures in your house backing up at the same time, especially backing up down […]