The most common kind of pump that you will find in your basement is called a sump pump. The purpose of the sump pump is to pump groundwater away from your home’s drain tile system. It resides in a sump basket (or tank) on the floor of your basement. The sump basket is about the […]
Why is My Toilet Constantly Running? Ask a Plumber…
Have you ever experienced the frustration of a perpetually running toilet? The sound of running water when no one is using it can be not only annoying but also a potential sign of underlying issues. In this blog, we’ll dive into the world of plumbing mysteries to uncover the common causes behind a persistently running […]
Home Water Filtration: Ensuring Safe and Clean Water
How Safe is Your Home’s Water? Water is an essential resource for life, but not all water is created equal. From city to city, the composition of water can vary significantly. Various home water filtration systems are available to improve the quality of the water in your home. Water quality can impact the health of […]
Why is my plumbing making noise?
What is that noise in my house? Houses make sounds. Some sounds are normal, and some sounds are an indication that there is a problem with one of the areas in your home. Gurgling, banging, and whistling noises are some of the noises that indicate there is a problem with one of your plumbing fixtures. […]
Does Toilet Wastewater Drain into a Storm Sewer?
Where does my toilet and sink water drain into? Your house has two basic systems of water. The first one brings the water into the house, and the second one takes the water out of the house. In other blogs, I have talked about where water in Minneapolis and St. Paul comes from. In this […]
How Do I Turn Off the Water To My House? Ask a Plumber
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 […]