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Why is my plumbing making noise?

Posted on September 4, 2025September 5, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

What Is That Noise in My House? Homes often make sounds, but while some noises are entirely normal, others can signal trouble with your plumbing or fixtures. Understanding common noises like gurgling, banging, or whistling can help you pinpoint—and resolve—potential issues. Common Plumbing Noises and What They Mean Gurgling: Is Your Wastewater System Talking? Gurgling […]

How Do I Turn Off the Water To My House? Ask a Plumber

Posted on July 17, 2025July 17, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

How do I shut off the water to my house? Like most plumbing companies, especially with winters in Minneapolis and St Paul, this is a common emergency plumbing question we help our customers with at St Paul Pipeworks. There are two basic types of valves around the water meter or water heater. The first is […]

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 […]

The Ultimate Guide to Regular Plumbing Maintenance: Keep Your System Running Smoothly

Posted on June 26, 2025June 26, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

Just as you schedule yearly checkups for your car, it’s equally important to conduct routine maintenance on your plumbing systems. Neglecting regular inspections can lead to undetected damages that worsen over time, potentially resulting in costly repairs and significant home damage. The Importance of Plumbing Maintenance Daily Use of Plumbing Fixtures We rely heavily on […]

My Toilet is Clogged! What Should I Do? Ask a Plumber

Posted on June 12, 2025June 12, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

What to do if your toilet is clogged. Discovering that your toilet is clogged can be a frustrating experience. What most people do not know is that the waterway inside a toilet is shaped like a sideways “S,” creating a winding path with many twists and turns. This passageway is fairly small, and the less […]

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 […]