"Great response from initial call to completion of work. Plumber was knowledgeable and corrected a drain pipe issue. He needed a connection part and rather than come back the next day, he went to a local plumbing supply house and came back the same day so that we had our faucet working. Cost a bit more than we expected because our disposal was old and a connection part was missing and part was unavailable so we had to get a new disposal installed and this increased our cost by almost 200. Nevertheless the responsiveness and professionalism and work completion in a thorough and timely manner was important so we will hire again"
"Friendly, knowledgeable people. Fast response. Competitive price. Same day service. Excellent installation, better than original. Ethical Plumbing was recommended by a coworker (Harold D.) and they have great reviews on Angie's List so I chose them for this job. Perfectly satisfied with the project and I highly recommend them."
"Had to have a new sewer pipe replaced. Joel went above and beyond the normal hours when he ran into another problem. Work was done on time and price was what they had quoted . I would highly recommend them."
"Dustin from Benjamin Franklin Plumbing was professional and trustworthy. We ended up paying LESS than he quoted us to replace an outdoor faucet, because the pipe was in better shape than he first thought. And he was at our house in less than 24 hours after I called for an appointment. I'll definitely call Benjamin Franklin Plumbing again."
"Expert plumber Terry came to our home to repair what I thought might be a couple of faulty toilet tank valves and a leaky hose bib. As things turned out, both toilet needed replacing, along with the backyard hose bib and pipe. Terry did an excellent job, answering all my questions. His work was speedy, meticulous, and thorough. All his explanations were easy to understand, including estimates and billing. I also appreciated his courtesy, conscientious attention to detail, and his good cheer! By the way, I needed an emergency sewer pipe repair shortly after moving into our current home in 2017 (of course this happened on a weekend). I called All About Plumbing, and they came promptly to repair the pipe. It's very gratifying to know this company's service is just as outstanding today as it was 7 years ago. Highest recommendation!"
"David was very prompt in responding to our SOS for a clogged main sewer drain line. He was very professional and knowledgeable. He had the problem resolved within an hour. We would highly recommend this company."
"David completed a few big jobs for me last year and I happily hired him again recently to deal with a problem wet area along the back of the house and to scrape out the remnants of an old gravel driveway. He's the only person I'll consider for grading, drains, and hardscaping. He's very knowledgeable and, after inspecting the site, he explains what needs to be done, gives a very fair cost estimate, and returns promptly to carefully and efficiently to complete the job. I'd say he's meticulous in his work. After installing French and engineered drains in back, scraping out gravel from the old drive, spreading topsoil, and seeding, he installed over a dozen boulders on a slope where I've wanted to create a rock garden. It looks beautiful. David is easy to talk with and work with, and I look forward to hiring again in the future."
"Chase Property Maintenance is owned by Elijah Chase. His crew did an excellent job installing mulch on our HOA community property. Elijah is dedicated, timely, thorough, professional, and friendly. He checked in frequently to ensure the work-in-process met our expectations. The completed work looks beautiful. Our HOA community will continue to hire the landscaping services of Chase Property Maintenance. I highly recommend them."
"Great people to work with. Started right away. Excellent work ethic, work is done meticulously. They really take their time in all the preparations. Cleaned up very nicely afterwards. Also installed a drain at end of driveway and did a great job. Would definitely recommend them."
"They leveled our sagging floors beautifully and installed a drain system with a sump pump to address basement flooding issues. All was done with punctuality, precision, and professionalism. Additionally, the price was very reasonable especially compared to competitors. Highly recommend."
Drain Pipe Installation questions, answered by experts
With a one-way cleanout, you can access your sewer line from one direction. Depending on the way it curves, a plumber can either access the side of the pipe that goes into your home or the side that goes to your yard. On the other hand, two-way cleanouts allow pros to access both sides of the sewer line, thanks to their dual-pipe design (they’re usually U-shaped).
Liquid drain cleaners are harsh chemicals that can erode your pipes. To treat a slow drain or for preventative maintenance, pour hot water down the drain to break up gunk and help move it along. Make sure the water isn’t boiling hot (keep it under 140 degrees Fahrenheit) if you have plastic pipes. However, you’ll need to pull the clog out for bigger backups.
Some homeowners use additives every month to help septic system performance, but according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the effectiveness of septic system and leach field additives is unknown. Further, additives made with organic solvents or alkali chemicals can actually be harmful to the necessary bacteria in a septic system.
A sewage smell in your crawl space is usually from a damaged or clogged pipe leaking sewer gasses or actual sewage underneath your home, but there are some other common causes. Moisture, from poor or damaged encapsulation or a malfunctioning sump pump, can harbor mold and bacteria, causing a musty smell. Pests can also get stuck in your crawl space and die, which causes a sewage-like odor.
Simple blockages can be cleared using household plungers or manual snakes, provided no severe plumbing issues exist.
The Etowah, NC homeowners’ guide to drain pipe installations
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Follow this guide to learn how to install a kitchen sink drain, from shutting off the water supply to lowering the drain outlet and connecting the P-trap.
