"Excellent service, extremely responsive, much better price than others we called, great installation, took extra time to answer questions when purchasing and when installing. Vincent Plumbing has been our plumbing/heating company for years. We highly recommend them!"
"The overall install went well except for a small flaw. The small hole drilled in the PVC pipe splashes wtr out of the sump when pmp is activated. I now have to try to cover a portion of the sump to eliminate the issue."
"The senior project specialist was Jimmy. He did a great job of keeping us informed at all stages of the project (interior drain tile installation). Nanod was the plumber who did the final installation of the sump pump set-up and discharge configuration. Nanod did an outstanding job on the route of the discharge piping , having assessed that the originally considered discharge configuration might have adversely affected our neighbor."
"Renew Basement Foundation installed an egress window in my basement. The work they did was excellent and my egress window is beautiful. I would definitely hire them again for any basement related project. They handled the entire project from end-to-end, permitting, install, and cleanup. They also made recommendations for options that I had not considered that resulted in a significantly better looking final result versus what I had originally chosen."
"I was provided the fully modulating high efficient furnace solution that I wanted and received a profession installation within one week of purchase. 60-month, zero interest financing was also offered that made the decision easy. I would highly recommend Capital Heating and Cooling for your residential HVAC needs."
"Staff was always on time. Gave a very fair price. Only issue is that they had to replace a valve, as it was draining water daily. I would recommend them"
"Blue Star did an incredible job. We hired them to install raised garden beds in the front of our house using concrete block and caps. They were punctual, worked fast and paid great attention to detail. My neighbors are all looking to hire Rodrigo and his crew for their landscaping projects now. We've received so many compliments. Thanks Blue Star."
"Roberto did a drain in our back yard and did a great job. I asked him to quote our patio which needed alot of work. The quote was competitive so we hired him for that as well. Him and his crew were excellent and they do a phenomenal job. Highly recommend."
"Extremely happy with the sales, service and result! My basement is dry after years of leaking. Corey B was great! He answered all my questions and was very thorough about the explaining the process. The installation team communicated prior to their arrival, started work immediately and finished in record time. I assumed there would be dust everywhere-but the area was clean! So happy I went with AccuLevel."
Drain Pipe Installation questions, answered by experts
Your clothes—and your washing machine—will send you a few signals if you’re overdue for cleaning your washing machine filter. If you notice a buildup of detergent residue on your clothes, your clothes don’t dry quickly or at all, or you’re noticing lint in the machine, it’s time to clean the filter.
An active cleaning agent and a drain snake is the best way to clean a main sewer line. You can purchase a regular or enzyme drain cleaner or make a DIY drain cleaner with baking soda. Use your chosen solution at least once a month or as needed to keep your sewer line clear.
To keep window wells from filling up with water, you need to stay on top of maintenance. Remove debris as it fills up, and regularly loosen the gravel at the base if it’s become compacted. You can also reslope your yard to make sure water flows away from the window well (and your home’s foundation), and you can even install a window well cover to prevent debris from building up. Installing an actual drainpipe at the base of the well can also prevent window well drainage problems.
The cost to unclog a drain varies based on the location and severity of the clog. For simple clogs within your home, such as in a sink, toilet, or shower, hiring a plumber typically costs between $110 and $350, with an average of around $200. Snaking a toilet or sink usually costs between $110 and $275, while a bathtub or shower clog costs about $225.
For a more serious clog in the main sewer line, the cost is higher. Clearing a main line clog generally costs between $200 and $600, with an average of about $380. However, prices can range from as low as $100 for snaking a minor clog to over $1,600, particularly if advanced methods like video inspection and hydrojetting are needed for a large or hard-to-reach blockage. Some severe main line clogs can cost upwards of $1,000 to clear depending on factors like the cause of the clog, its distance from an accessible cleanout, and whether the pipe is located beneath an occupied space (e.g., in an apartment building). You may be able to save money on minor clogs by using a drain snake or bladder yourself.
Usually it’s fine to leave a toilet clogged overnight, as long as it’s not close to overflowing. In some cases, the extra time may give the clog time to work itself out. For example, if it’s caused by an excess of toilet paper, letting it sit could result in the clog dissolving and you may be able to simply flush it away by the time you wake up.
Only let it sit though if you have more than one toilet in the home.
The Pewaukee, WI 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.
