Can you damage a drain with a snake?

• <div><p>In some cases, operating a snake can damage your drain and pipes. This depends on the overall condition of your pipes and how gently you operate the auger. For instance, older galvanized pipes covered in zinc are susceptible to scratches when using a drain snake. Additionally, it’s common for newbies to apply too much force when extending the snake, leading to scratches and related damage. You can also crack the porcelain with an electric auger if you’re snaking a toilet drain. If you’re using a manual snake or auger, the risk is minimal.</p></div>

Can you finish a basement that leaks?

• <div><p>Yes, you can finish a basement that leaks, as long as you address the leak first. Before finishing a basement, you’ll need to repair any cracks in the walls and waterproof the basement to prevent future leaks. It’s much harder to clean up a water leak from a finished basement than an unfinished one, so preemptively addressing any leaking areas prevents expensive repairs in the future.</p></div>

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Q: What's the difference between a channel drain and a French drain?

• <div><p>While both a channel drain and a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-a-french-drain.htm">French drain</a> serve a similar purpose, a French drain is designed to prevent groundwater from causing flooding issues. This type of drain system goes underneath the soil and is completely surrounded by soil and rock. A channel drain, also called a trench drain, removes surface water before it ever enters the ground&mdash;hence the concrete and above-ground installation method.</p></div>

Q: Does heavy rain affect leach fields?

• <div><p>Heavy rain can affect a leach field because the extra rain can cause the groundwater level to rise. This leads the soil around the leach field to become saturated with rainwater, so it&rsquo;s no longer able to take in effluent from the leach lines for final treatment. Heavy rainfall can cause the leach field to flood.</p></div>

Q: How do I easily access my drain valves?

• <div><p>You may have to dig out drain valves if they are buried under dirt. This method isn&rsquo;t ideal, and it increases the chance of clogs and damage. Ideally, a drip irrigation system buries drain valves in a gravel pocket so they are easier to access and better-protected. If you have trouble accessing drain valves, hire a sprinkler professional to find them safely and efficiently.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2021
Very professional and timely when I called and expressed my concerns about the foundation settling. They patiently walked me through the repair process and answered all my questions. Highly recommend!
Mr. Foundation LLC
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Reviewed in March 2018
The ceiling was not installed under the crown molding, and the edges look rough. He didn't cover the hardwood floors and dripped paint while painting. The ceiling paint looks spotty and poor. The drywall repairs were terrible with a severe bow in the wall. He came back after we complained to...
Belleau Sky Home Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2016
Excellent service! Very professional. This is the second time Wayne has repaired my AC unit. Last year he replaced a switch or compressor on the unit. He came out within 24 hrs to get my unit up and running. Will definitely use him again.
ColemanAir, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2014
Good service plumbing provider. We always use Tommy for fixing leaking faucets, putting in sinks ect. He also ran piping from community water to the house and installed several underground spigots in the past and did a very good job.
Tommy Culpit Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2014
Professional job with great follow up. When I ran over a nail and got a slow leak, it was repaired FREE. "Because you bought the tires here."
TAYLOR'S AUTO CLINIC
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Reviewed in October 2013
Awful. The man (Marty H.) came with the crew the first day and then left. We did not see him until the job was over. His crew looked like convicts that he had gotten out on work-release. They tore one of the screens upstairs and did not claim respnsibility nor offer to replace it. After a...
Advance Roofing
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Reviewed in June 2013
The initial contact I made with Canton Construction was to see if my house had any hail damage from the past years storms. Many homes in our neighborhood sub have been having the roofs repaired and most completely replaced. Turned out after a few weeks of inspection and sending off the...
Canton Construction Corp MIGRATED ADS
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Reviewed in April 2013
We have been their customer for about 13 years now. They do all of our heating, air, and plumbing services. We feel like they are very honest. If something ever goes wrong after a repair, they come out immediately to repair the issue.
Mitch Wright Plumbing Heating & Air
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Reviewed in April 2012
Ralph, from the company, came out to give me an estimate. I was asking him if he felt that we should replace the gutters entirely or simply repair them. Another company had tried to sell me on replacing them entirely with new gutters. Ralph explained how they could be adequately repaired and how...
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