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06 May Submersible sump pump in an open sump pit

Eight Essential Sump Pump Maintenance Tips

Posted by Zak and Jay

There are multiple ways to prevent flooding in your basement. Some of the things you can do include maintaining clean downspouts, repairing foundation cracks, and installing window well covers.  If water gets into your basement, despite taking all the above precautions, your last line of defence would be the sump pump. This is why sump pump maintenance is crucial. Read More

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04 May A man kneeling on the floor and talking on the phone while beside a water-damaged wall with a bucket and sponge nearby

6 Common Spring Plumbing Problems and Solutions

Posted by Zak and Jay

With pleasant weather and pretty flowers, the arrival of spring brings joy to many. However, it can also spell trouble from a plumbing perspective.  Having been in the plumbing business for many years, PlumbWize has seen every unique plumbing issue for each season. Read More

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11 March Closeup of the edge of a drain pipe that is filled with tree roots

Signs You Have Tree Roots in Your Drain Pipes

Posted by Zak and Jay

For a plumbing system to work effectively, clean water must be supplied to your property and wastewater must be carried away efficiently. As you can imagine, having tree roots in your home’s drain pipes is a serious problem. Though to many new homeowners, this may seem like an unlikely scenario, it’s a case that we, at PlumbWize, are faced with every now and then. Read More

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09 March A plumber working on PEX pipes with polyphenylsulfone fittings

Kitec vs PEX Plumbing: What’s the Difference?

Posted by Zak and Jay

If there is one key thing to remember when it comes to Kitec vs PEX plumbing, it’s this: Kitec plumbing needs to be replaced as soon as possible; meanwhile, PEX plumbing is in many ways considered an upgrade from traditional plumbing materials. So when it comes to advantages, there is very little that can be said for Kitec plumbing. Read More

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