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Why is My Toilet Constantly Running? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on December 7, 2023December 7, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

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

Posted on August 3, 2023August 3, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

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?

Posted on July 27, 2023July 28, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

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?

Posted on June 8, 2023June 20, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

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

Posted on May 18, 2023May 25, 2023 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 […]

Why is my faucet dripping? Ask a Plumber

Posted on May 11, 2023May 25, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

Why is my faucet dripping? There is a device inside of your faucet that controls the on and off of the water. That same device also controls the temperature of the water. On an older faucet, there is a washer on the end of the stem, and when you turn the handle, it presses down […]