Easily Unclog those nasty Clogs

Clogged sinks clogged drains? a clog is a clog thankfully most clogs are easy to resolve but from time to time you may need to rely on a professional plumber to remedy your situation.  

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Try to steer clear of the liquid products on the market. I am not saying they are all bad  but they can cause corrosion with over use and create more problems down the road. 

90% of clogged toilets just require a plunger but it’s only when you don’t address it right away that it becomes a major issue.  Every home should own this simple tool because it can be used on shower drain clogs and sink clogs too.  Some other things to consider when unclogging a toilet is you might want to wear rubber gloves and have extra towels to clean up the mess.

How to know it’s clogged
A poor flush partially or completely will indicate there is a clog.  If the toilet bowl is completely full give 10 minutes for water level to drop before starting step 1.

Step 1:  Grab the plunger
First, place rubber flange in the toilet making a good seal on the toilet drain. Before you start plunging you will want to make sure there is enough water in the bowl so that it forces enough air to clear the clog.  You will want to start slow and then vigorously push the plunger in and out. This could take 15-20 times before the clog clears.  If it clears then you are good and just clean the mess. If not head to step 2 of the process

Step 2: Snake
It’s time to get out the snake. Never used one? Snakes are a great way to get deep into the plumbing system and can be used to clear many types of clog issues.   If you don’t own one they can be rented or call your local plumbing company to take care of the task.  Once you have the snake, push the cable down to the clog and then rotate clockwise, so the tip clears up the clog.

If all else fails the toilet probably needs to be pulled up to find the source of the clog. We recommend hiring an experienced plumber to take care of this issue.






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Minnesota has a very strong regulatory body that trains licenses and ensures Plumbers for both Commercial and Residential customers uphold standards and practices in their businesses.

Who actually administrates the regulations for Plumbers in the State of Minnesota? The commissioner of the Department of Labor and Industry is responsible for administering the statewide plumbing code and licensing requirements, and also for taking punitive actions against plumbers who fail to meet licensing or installation requirements. This responsibility is carried out in the Plumbing Plan Review and Inspection unit with the Department of Labor and Industry.

Any Business that practices Plumbing must either be licensed or registered as an apprentice to legally practice plumbing in the state of Mn.

Each year a Plumber must pass regulated continuing educational courses featuring updated codes that make up Mn's plumbing requirements.

All master and journeyman plumbers must take 16 hours of approved CE (continuing education) in each two-year license period. Twelve hours must pertain to the State Plumbing Code and four hours must pertain to technical topics related to plumbing installations and equipment, the Minnesota State Building Code, or the Minnesota statutes governing plumbing work. No more than four hours can be taken online in each license period.

The laws are in place to ensure that consumers both residential and commercial have reliable professional resources to repair and replace their broken plumbing systems. Of course there are big differences in commercial and residential  water systems for supply and drainage but as you may suspect there are a lot of similarities as well.

In any case being able to properly diagnose, troubleshoot and repair issues related to water  supply and drainage systems takes a trained professional. Hiring a friend or unlicensed Plumber may expose you and your property to unknown issues down the road that may or may not be covered by insurance. It may be cheap now but may cost you big in the end.

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The first step in lowering costs due to damage is keeping an eye out for potential plumbing leaks

Will insurance cover water damage caused by leaky plumbing in my home?

Even if the leaking pipe is decades old, the claims adjuster tasked with investigating the leak is likely to determine that the incident was the result of "poor plumbing maintenance practices." In other words, they'll tell you that you should have prevented the leak by repairing or replacing the pipe before its condition became critical.

While it may be unreasonable to expect a homeowner to inspect each of the pipes in his or her house on a regular basis, the "maintenance excuse" is standard insurance-industry boilerplate. If your home sustains water damage due to a leak from a worn-down pipe, you may wish to forgo the claims process entirely and take steps to ensure that the problem doesn't happen again.

The first step in lowering costs due to water damage is keeping an eye out for potential plumbing leaks; the sooner you identify a water issue, the smaller its impact on drywall, flooring and fixtures, or mold

Leaking water can lead to mold

Mold in your home can cause symptoms such as

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• Asthma
• Sore eyes
• Itchy skin
• Runny or blocked nose
• Sneezing
• Coughing
• Sore throat

Another sign of hidden mold is a moldy smell. If the smell is worse in certain rooms then the mold is probably growing near that area.

Leaks are often hidden (for example inside wall cavities or in the attic). If a leak is undetected for a long time, it is very likely to cause mold. If you discover a leaky pipe then you should check for mold.

Help Prevent Water Damage with a Water Sensor System

Catastrophic floods may grab all the headlines, but more common water damage from plumbing systems end up costing homeowners, renters, and landlords billions of dollars every year1. Plumbing problems (including leaking or damaged tubs, toilets showers and burst pipes), leaky roofs, washing machines, water heaters and frozen pipes result in thousands of people of water damage insurance claims annually.

If you travel a lot an automatic water shutoff system may be a good investment. Automatic water shut-off systems provide your home or office with round-the-clock indoor flood protection and works with wired and wireless flood sensors, wall switches, and most home security and home automation systems.

There are many systems on the market today that get high marks for quality and safety. Your local licensed plumber should be able to help you determine a reliable and cost effective automatic shutoff system.

To sum up our article small plumbing leaks can turn into big issues over time. Take the time to periodically inspect the visible plumbing lines in your home or business. It is also a good idea to bring in a professional plumber if you sense there is a growing problem with excessive moisture or mold appearing on some surfaces that may be covering plumbing pipes.

Contact a professional in your area like Paul Vadnais Plumbing, serving the North Saint Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale, Mahtomedi, Stillwater, Woodbury area for over 25 years.

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