I recently had a plumbing emergency in my own home. The main drain pipe under the basement floor got clogged with toilet paper. The culprit is a newer low-flush toilet in a basement bathroom. I’ve ...

With all puns possibly intended, most folks know the sinking feeling of a clogged drain. These inconveniences typically come at the worst time, when the sink is full of food, toothpaste or worse items ...

What should homeowners try before calling a plumber for a clogged drain? In HelloNation, Tim Martin of Jimmy's Plumbing in Greensboro offers practical advice on how to tackle minor plumbing clogs at ...

Any curve in a pipe increases the potential for blockage. Drain traps are one of the most common places for blockages to occur. Drains are hidden heroes in your home. If you’re lucky, you can go for ...

I have a plugged up drain pipe in my basement. I have a floor drain that gives me access to the pipe. I have both a snake thats a good 30 feet long and an expanding rubber balloon that shoots surges ...

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HOUSTON – Drains clogged with grease, hair, and food can put a damper on your day. If you can’t clear the clog yourself, calling a plumber for help can be costly. For our Test it Tuesday we tested a ...