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How Do I Know If My Drain Pipe is Broken in Calgary?

A broken drain pipe doesn’t warn you. It shows up quietly, a slow drain here, an odd smell there, a patch of grass that’s greener than it should be. Usually, Calgary homeowners only discover when something is wrong after it builds up for months. The good news? Broken drain pipes leave clues. Knowing what to […]

What’s Better, French Drain or Trench Drain in Calgary?

Water pooling in your yard, soggy basement or drainage problem around your home’s foundation? If you’re dealing with any of these issues, your two options are French drains and trench drains. Although the names are similar and they both involve moving water away from where it doesn’t belong, they work differently, solve different problems and […]

How Long Does a Drainage System Last in Calgary?

It’s easy to overlook your home’s drainage system. That said, when it stops working, you’re sure to notice. Like any infrastructure, it has a lifespan and with Calgary’s combination of climate, soil conditions and pipe materials, lifespans can vary from home to home.   So how long does a drainage system last? What shortens its […]

Should a Drain Pipe Always Have Water in It in Calgary?

Ever looked down a drain or caught a glimpse of an exposed pipe during a renovation? It might’ve left you asking, “is there supposed to be water in there?” It’s a question that’s more common than you think. The answer? It comes down to the pipe and where it sits in your drainage system.   […]

How Often Do Drain Pipes Need to Be Replaced in Calgary?

How long have you lived in your home? Even if it’s been a decade or two, you’ve likely never given your drain pipes a second thought, that is, until something goes wrong. Chances are, if you have a slow drain or gurgling noise, you’re likely wondering if there’s a minor clog or a much bigger […]

Do Plumbers Fix Outside Drain Pipes in Calgary?

When something goes wrong with an outdoor drain pipe in Calgary, who do you call? Plumbers handle pipes, right? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you think. Depending on what’s wrong and where the pipe is, you might need a different type of contractor or a team that handles both indoor and outdoor pipes.   […]

What Counts as Water Excavation in Calgary?

Water excavation is more common than you think. It’s not uncommon in Calgary’s construction and plumbing industries, but what is it? Is it digging with water or is there more? If you’re contemplating excavation options for your project, you’ve probably heard of hydrovac, hydro excavation, potholing and daylighting. While related, it’s important to understand which […]

How is Water Excavation Done in Calgary?

What is water excavation and when do you use it? How does it work? What can you expect when a hydrovac truck shows up at your Calgary property?  By understanding the process, excavation day will go much smoother. It will also give you peace of mind knowing why water excavation is safer and more precise […]

How Much Water Excavation Can Be Done in a Day in Calgary?

Planning a water excavation project in Calgary? Knowing how much ground can be covered in a single day will help you budget time and money. So will it take a day or three? Can everything get done before winter rolls in? In short, water excavation is much faster than you think. In Calgary, a single […]

How Often Should Pipes Be Checked?

Despite barely being visible, pipes are the backbone of your home. Many homeowners don’t think about them until something goes wrong, like slow drains, weird smells, soggy patches in the yard or unexpected backups. This leads them back to the same question: How often should pipes be checked in Calgary? Our city’s freeze-thaw cycles, shifting […]