Showing 15 Posts in "Flooding."
How to Check for Frozen Pipes and Broken Hose Bibs to Avoid Basement Flooding
Edmonton, Alberta is cold during the winter months, reaching a low of -40C at times. For people who love winter activities, it’s a perfect place t
Thawing Wisdom- A Guide for Edmonton Homeowners With Frozen Pipes
Chill in the air, frost on the windows, and a surprise – frozen pipes! The Northern lights and winter in Edmonton may be amazing, but when your hom
Winter-Proofing Your House Plumbing: 10 Tips to Prevent Burst Pipes
Winter brings with it a picturesque blanket of snow, cozy nights by the fire, and the holiday spirit. However, it also comes with a potential menace
Sewer Backup Valves: Why You Need One & Their Costs
Sewage needs to get out and stay out! When waste leaves your home, it should remain outside of the house in the municipal sewer system. But, not ever
How to Unclog a Drain with a Snake or Drain Auger
A clogged drain? What a pain! Luckily, dislodging clogged drains is inexpensive and simple using a drain snake or auger. These plumbing devices are l
How to Prevent Basement Flooding
Coming home to find that your basement is now a swimming pool and your sofa is now a pool lounger is everyone’s worst nightmare. Worry not though,
How to Keep Your Hose Bibs from Freezing
Are you ready for another winter? Did you get your furnace up and running? Put away your summer clothes and bring out your winter gear? How about put
How to Prevent Your Basement from Flooding
It’s been another rainy summer in Edmonton, and the water table has been rising significantly due to 2 consecutive summers with record rainfall. He
Conserve Water and Protect Your Home from Water Damage with Flo by Moen
When it comes to water leaks in the home, statistics show: 40% of homeowners will suffer from water damage at some point in their lives.
Getting Your Hose Bibs Ready for Spring
As Spring has begun, and warm weather is just around the corner, you may find yourself spending more time outdoors these days. If you’re doing some
DIY Sump Pump Maintenance
Your homes’ sump pump is one of the most important parts of your home plumbing fixtures in flood prevention. Sump pumps are designed to keep baseme
Prevent Flooding In Your Edmonton Home & Save Money With A Backwater Valve
Protect Your Home From Flooding Due To Heavy Rain & City Sewage Back-up If getting a mainline backwater valve hasn’t made it onto your sprin
Do I Need a Sump Pump?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2PJkRMZW5g Depending on where you live, a sump pump might be one of the most integral parts of equipment in you
How to Handle a Burst Pipe (in Winter)
Northern Alberta is under an Extreme Cold Warning with wind chill values of -40 to -45 expected to persist into Saturday. This is frozen and burst pi
Natural Disaster Prep: Flooding in Edmonton
With the recent hurricane activity in the Atlantic causing unprecedented destruction, it’s a good time to review procedures for potential flooding.
