Trenchless Sewer Pipe Replacement Traditional excavation is a high-impact way to do sewer pipe repair or replacement in Pittsburgh. For some problems, it’s the only option. But why dig if you don’t have to? Trenchless Sewer pipe replacement/repair uses the latest technology. It helps to reinforce your old damaged sewer pipe [...]
Do you need water filtration systems? In general, tap water in the US is predominantly safe, but in certain areas, it can have a funky taste. Tap water can also contain traces of pesticides, VOCs, lead, and dirt, all of which you don’t want to ingest no matter how small the [...]
What is Reverse Osmosis? Reverse osmosis (RO) is a water purification technology that uses a semipermeable membrane to remove ions, molecules, and larger particles from drinking water. It can remove many types of dissolved and suspended species from water. This includes bacteria and is used in industrial cleaning processes and the production of potable [...]
Fracking fluid in your water. For those of us living close to where gas drilling takes place, it might be a good idea to test your water for fracking fluids. This is especially true in southwestern PA. This can be done with a testing kit available for purchase from several [...]
Chlorine in Water – Why? Chlorine in water. The addition of chlorine in drinking water has been the standard in water treatment in the United States since 1904. Chlorine purifies our water and kills off any waterborne pathogens. It should be noted that the US has one of the safest [...]
Toilet Fill Valve: How to Replace it Yourself As everyone knows a “runny” toilet can be pretty annoying along with using more water than necessary and having to pay for it. This could be caused by a faulty fill valve that needs to be replaced so that the water quits running. To replace your [...]
Tankless Water Heaters are also called on-demand water heaters. These units heat water only when you turn on the faucet. They usually operate on natural gas or propane. The main advantage is that they eliminate the extra cost of keeping 40 to 50 gallons of water hot in a storage tank. Meaning, they save energy. [...]
Have you determined that there may be “higher” levels of lead in your water? You might want to consider water treatment methods such as reverse osmosis, distillation, and carbon filters. Off the bat, to minimize lead from your tap water, do not use hot tap water when preparing food or drink. Make [...]
How does Lead get in your water? The pipes that carry water in the street are usually made of iron or steel, and typically do not add lead to your water. Lead can enter tap water if lead solder had been used on your pipes or brass fixtures in your home. Homes built before 1989, when lead solder was banned, will [...]
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