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Plumbing Emergencies

If you experience a plumbing emergency as in all emergencies the first rule is to stay calm. Always have a good knoweldge of where the main and sub main shutoff valves are. keep them uncluttered with easy access. 

Locating the main water shutoff valve in a plumbing emergency is discussed in previous writings. Shutoff valves for fixtures and appliances secondary shutoffs) can usually be found underneath sinks and toilets and behind clothes washers, water heaters and other appliances.

If the emergency is limited to a specific appliance or fixture, look for its shutoff valve and close the valve by turning clockwise. Turn off the main shutoff valve if the problem is a leaking pipe or if there is no shutoff valve for the particular fixture or appliance. The main shutoff valve is typically located in a utility room. If you are renting make sure it is clear with your landlord where this is located.

Leaks
If a pipe leaks or breaks or if a joint should loosen, turn off the main shutoff valve to prevent water damage. If you turn off the main water supply, turn off your hot water heater by turning off the circuit breakers and the gas supply to the hot water heater. Failure to do so can cause the hot water heater to overheat, damage the heating elements and injure anyone who unknowingly turns on a hot water faucet.

Next, call a plumber or make temporary repairs yourself to stop the leak. Have the pipe replaced or the joint resoldered when it is convenient for a professional plumber to do so.

If your washing machine, dishwasher or other water-using appliance appears to leak, first check to see that the trap through which the appliance drains is completely open. Sometimes a partially-clogged drain can cause an overflow within the appliance. If the drain is clear, consult the appropriate appliance repair person.

Frozen Pipes
Pipe insulation and freeze-resistant outside faucets are available to reduce the risk of freezing. Even with these products, problems can still occur.
If a pipe should freeze, thaw the pipe slowly with a hair dryer or towels soaked in hot water. Heating the pipe slowly may prevent the pipe from breaking. Do not heat the pipe with a torch. This has been the cause of many fires.
To prevent frozen pipes, drain water from outdoor faucets and pipes, remove and store outdoor hoses and never leave your home unheated during cold weather.

Faucet Malfunction
If a faucet won’t shut off, turn off the water at the shutoff valve underneath the sink immediately. If there is no valve, turn off the main water supply shutoff valve. Call a plumber or repair the faucet yourself. There are a number of plumbing repair books on the market for do-it-yourselfers.

If you have an emergency contact a plumber as soon as possible to minimize any damage that may be done.

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Toilet Backups, tend to be very messy and can be caused by a variety of reasons. Besides the obvious you have been eating too much cheese here are a couple of those reasons

1.       Avoid putting items such as Disposable Diapers Sanitary Napkins and paper towels in your toilet these items are the big causes of clogs, we can also add children with very little supervision dropping your keys or wifes favorite outfit. This is also never good

2.       Frozen Pipes. Her in MN we get it but you may have some ou of town relatives in for the holidays. If they get up in the early morning hours and can not flush or get a glass of water they may want to wake you . Frozen pipes expand and crack causing many a house in January to flood. And contrary to cartoons like Family Guy or the Simpsons this does not make for great indoor skating.

3.       Busted fittings and cracked pipes see above as one cause for this problem, however there can be other causes like neglect or old age. Just like being neglected yourself joints get old and rusty and if not maintained  regularly rust can build up and cause equipment failure.

4.       Cracked Water Heater. This does not refer to uncle Larry this is in fact a serious problem that can cause flooding loss of hot water and excessive complaining by teenagers on a weekday before school. I know we used to take cold showers before school and then walk 3 miles uphill both ways barefoot but trust me kids are not going to go in for this sort of thing after all they grew up on I Phones not Pong.

5.       Sump Pump failure. This may not be a big deal in the winter but in MN in the spring you better be ready for all of that pretty snow to melt and run right into your foundation. Failing to ensure a proper sump pump will result in an indoor pool in your basement. Again referring to cartoons, this is not a pretty site and your pets will not treat it as a luxury.

So you can see there are many issues you can for-see by properly maintaining and periodically inspecting these plumbing related items in your home you can minimize the possibility of a major disaster as you entertain guests this holiday season.  

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EmergencyWell Service for No Water Conditions and Leaking Underground Pipelines

We have technicians on call to assist you with emergencies, just give us a call and we will get your well flowing again.

Our wide network of well pump parts suppliers allows us to perform well pump repair or upgrades on any existing water well system. We also provide water testing services, well chlorination, water softeners, iron filters, and purification systems to make sure your well is providing safe, pure drinking water that is user friendly.

well repair

 For four generations the Paul Vadnais Plumbing family, along with many dedicated  have been installing and servicing residential & commercial water well systems in the eastern twin cities metro area and our passion for clean water and helping people is still going strong.

Since 2003, Paul Vadnais Plumbing and Well services has offered emergency water well services to get residential and commercial water systems back up and running, no matter when the problem occurs.

Water Well Line Repair
We specialize in water line replacement and repairs. In order to provide fast service on leaking pipelines, have own our own trenching equipment and offer emergency evening and weekend water line repair service. We also utilize specialized horizontal boring equipment to install water lines under existing walkways, drives, decks, and landscape to protect your property.

Water System Winterization

We recommend winterization of your water system for residences that are seasonally inhabited. Give us a call and make sure your system is properly drained and winterized, and we will activate it in the spring for you so it's ready to go when you arrive. 

If you have Plumbing or Well issues contact us today for a no obligation revue of your needs.

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Water Well Service | Whie Bear Lake Mn | Mahtomedi Mn Well Services | Grant Township Mn Well Services

Water Well Service, White Bear Lake Mn | Mahtomedi Mn | Birchwood Mn | Grant Township Mn | Quality Services at Competitive Prices Paul Vadnais Well Service is a full-service water well drilling and Water Well Service services company. Family-owned and operated for 4 generations!! We offer our customers decades of knowledge, skill and experience. We guarantee quality services at competitive prices.   Twin Cities Area Well RepairOur company specializes in well repair, pump system upgrades and installations, Pump Repairs, Water Well Service, and many other services for East Metro Mn, residential, commercial and municipal customers. All of our trucks are lightweight, and we use state-of-the-art equipment to provide the highest level of service. We are prompt, service-minded and attentive to our customers’ needs. We work all year, and our trucks are completely stocked to minimize your down time, and moving on and off your property. We have a full-time, state-certified Water System Operator with and Mn Master Plumbers license. Mahtomedi Area Company Growth Paul Vadnais Plumbing and Well became a company that grew with the return of servicemen and new families. Like his elders, Paul too was an innovator, utilizing new ideas to produce quality Water Well Service in efficient time. . Also, new innovative pumping equipment was created for the Mn homeowners use. We offer the following services: Pumps Water Systems Camera Inspections Pipe Bursting Directional Boring New Construction Installation Lightning Damage Repair Buried Wells Found Electronically Well and Septic Inspections Old-time Craftsmanship paired with Modern Technology Paul Vadnais Plumbing  651-429-8908 651-231-0944 Water Well Service, White Bear Lake Mn | Mahtomedi Mn | Birchwood Mn | Grant Township Mn |

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Ensuring Quality Results

Paul vadnais Well Service provides homeowners and businesses with a wide range of water well drilling and pump services. We have years of experience and only use the best equipment and products to ensure quality results. Whether you need installation, repairs or drilling, we’ll get the job done right and to your complete satisfaction.

We offer the following services:

• Pumps
• Water Systems
• Camera Inspections
• Pipe Bursting

Constant Pressure

This is the new system on the market that is comparable to city water. The object of this system is to speed up or slow down the pumps RPM to maintain a set pressure. This system requires a small tank to ensure the pipes don’t shake, but allowing the use so a large pump. The most common one is the Grunfos system that has a little box mounted on the wall, also common is the FPS which shown here. The performance is excellent and due to set up is very efficient with energy, although not energy star rated. Most issues are the same as a submersible pump system, however one difference is the drive which after a storm or power surge it may trip. To reset this system turn the power off for 5 minutes then turn on. If that does not work all you can do is call.

Old-time Craftsmanship paired with Modern Technology

We have new lightweight equipment that is small enough to access hard-to-reach areas with minimal lawn damage, and our owner alone has 40 years of experience. If you would like to schedule service, contact us toll free at 651-429-8908. We are dedicated to quality, and we value our customers.

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Know Your Plumbing, White Bear Lake Plumbers

It is a good idea to learn the basics about plumbing.

Now is the time to finally learn more about plumbing. Likely, you have thought about it prior to now, but just didn't get around to doing it. In any case, the article below will teach you a few different plumbing tips and tactics you can implement to solve everyday issues around your home.

It's easy to fix noisy pipes which squeak or sound like hammering. Exposed pipes need to be anchored. If these pipes are located in the floors, ceiling or walls, you are probably best calling a professional plumbing company to take over the project.

If you need to winterize your house, turn off the water main usually located where the main enters into the building. This is not always the case and you may have to call a local white Bear Lake plumber to turn off the water meter located in the ground outside. When you have successfully shut off the water, open up all the houses faucets. This includes the outside hose bibs to allow all the water to drain out of your system. This will relieve any pressure in your pipes to prevent them from freezing and bursting, which may prevent major damage to your home. Additionally you will want to either use a shop vacuum to suck out any water remaining in your toilet bowl and tank to prevent the porcelain from cracking. A special type of antifreeze can be used as well to put into all of your sinks and tub/shower p-traps to prevent any damage to the waste pipes as well.

Only pay the plumber once the job is done. Sometimes it is required to put a little money down before the job starts, but don't ever pay the whole amount before you know the task is done correctly. If you pay everything up front, you have no recourse if the plumber doesn't finish the job or doesn't do it correctly.

The secret to low or even no repair bills from plumbing issues is preventative maintenance. One of the major repairs is always clogs and leaks. Practically anything can get stuck in those drains can cause them to lock up, including hair, grease, foreign objects, and sediment. Use a drain screen cover to keep hair and other elements from going down your pipes. Taking the hair off of the screen and disposing of it is always cheaper and easier than removing it from the pipes.

Learning a bit about plumbing can be an invaluable tool to have in your possession. You can now offer your plumbing knowledge as a resource for your friends and family, while also saving yourself a good chunk of money on plumbing repairs. You hopefully understand some plumbing basics now and had fun learning them. 

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A couple of weeks ago, we got a call from a woman with a pool in her front yard.  It wasn't the kind of pool that she could lounge by in the summer.  It wasn't the kind that her kids could frolic and kick around in for fun.  It was an enormous, muddy, sloppy mess that just appeared in her yard overnight.
After an entire day of digging up her yard, to everyone's great horror, this is what we unearthed:

The first question our technician asked was: "What is holding that water line together?"  The second question was: "How attached are you to your current landscaping?" In all seriousness, we had the unfortunate task of informing the homeowner that the last two times a plumber dug up her yard, he repaired her pipe with hose clamps and electrical tape. Electrical tape! She bid farewell to her tulips and we replaced the entire length of water line - most of which looked like it had been pieced together like Frankenstein.    

How do you keep yourself from falling victim to the Kraken-like abomination that was hiding deep in the dirt of her lovely yard?  Here are a few tips that will keep you safe from such danger:

• Develop a relationship with a plumber you can trust.  You don't have to invite them over for movie night with the family.  You just have to know that when you ask them to bury something six feet underground, you won't be alarmed with the results.

• Have a licensed plumber perform a home inspection, including running a sewer line camera, when you buy a house.  It isn't always a plumber's work product that determines whether your yard needs to be excavated.  Good (not really), old-fashioned Orangeburg pipe was used as a low cost alternative for sewer lines until around 1970. You can get anywhere between 10 to 50 years out of Orangeburg, after which time you could be saying the lady above was lucky that it was just a pool of water in her yard.  

• Ask plenty of questions.  Don't be afraid to ask your plumber a "dumb" question.  Ask for more information.  For instance: "Tell me how you will repair that water line."  If the explanation involves tape of any kind, it is probably time to move on.  Also, if the same person has repaired the same problem three times, it might be time for a second opinion.

Your plumbing experience does not have to feel like an episode of Tales From the Crypt. The best rule of thumb for anytime someone buries something in your yard is just to make sure it won't be coming back up out of the ground anytime soon.

Paul Vadnais Plumbing
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