by Robert Swedeen | Feb 10, 2023 | Plumber, Plumber Service, Residential Plumbing
Many of the indoor conveniences we enjoy are due or at least connected to modern plumbing. We are fortunate to live in an age when it is, for most people in the United States, almost unheard of to have an interruption of clean water service. Modern plumbing can be taken for granted because modern plumbers have worked very hard to make plumbing systems as free of fault and weakness as they can be. And, truth be told, few systems associated with modern convenience are more reliable than plumbing systems. Dan’s Plumbing & Septic offers reliable, responsive and professional
by Robert Swedeen | Feb 3, 2023 | Bathroom Plumbing, Plumber, Residential Plumbing
Your bathroom plumbing is likely something you do not think much about on a daily basis. That is, you do not think about it until there is a problem. Bathroom plumbing is a critical part of your home’s plumbing system and the team at Dan’s Plumbing & Septic can help you with any potential problems that you may have. We can complete a wide range of bathroom plumbing repairs to your Columbia Heights home, including leak detection and damage repair, toilet installation and repair, faucet and drain work in your sinks, tubs and showers.
If you notice a problem with the plumbing in your bathroom, you may be tempted to try to fix the problem yourself.
by Robert Swedeen | Jan 21, 2023 | Plumber, Residential Plumbing, Water Pipe Repair
Water leaks can cause a lot of damage to your home. An average water leak can waste an estimated 10,000 gallons of water each year. This adds up to a definite increase in your water bill. It’s therefore prudent to have your plumbing fixtures and pipes inspected regularly to catch leaks early, or better yet, prevent them altogether. The team at Dan’s Plumbing and Septic is experienced in leak detection and can help you get to the bottom of your water leak problem and repair it for you at an affordable price.
by Robert Swedeen | Dec 17, 2022 | Plumbing & Septic Services, Residential Plumbing
There is much to accomplish before the holidays officially arrive. Cleaning the entire house, meal planning and preparation, decorating, and the list goes on! Did you include plumbing on your list? Likely, not. The time between Thanksgiving and Christmas are the busiest time of the year for plumbing contractors. This is because plumbing emergencies tend to arise as systems are pushed
by Dan's Plumbing & Septic | Nov 11, 2022 | Plumber, Plumber Service, Residential Plumbing
Minnesotans are reported to use approximately 52 gallons of water per person, per day. Nearly 80% of this water comes from public utilities, while others use private wells. It is also reported that the North Central US has some of the hardest water in all of the country, with Minneapolis ranking 3rd in the US for having the hardest water. So, what is hard water, and what can you do about it? Read on to find out…
by Dan's Plumbing & Septic | Nov 4, 2022 | Plumber, Plumber Service, Residential Plumbing, Water Pipe Repair
Think of the plumbing pipes running through your home as blood vessels and arteries. Just as the body requires the proper flow of blood throughout, to function properly, so your home needs proper inflow and outflow of water sources to function properly. There are few things that the average person can do in a home where plumbing is not involved. As the body can present hidden damages, so can your home. Pipes may be partially clogged in places that could restrict the flow of water into or out of the home. Without proper inspections, these could become larger problems.