All Ways Drains | Minneapolis and St. Paul Plumbers

If you are a do-it-yourselfer, then you might be considering taking on a plumbing repair project on your own. While there are many different types of plumbing repairs and installations that should only be done by a licensed and professional plumber, Shoreview homeowners can take care of several plumbing-related tasks on their own. Here are a few suggestions on how to avoid some of the most common plumbing mistakes. Make sure you shut the main water valve off before you begin any repair work. If you are unsure of where the main shut-off is, call in a professional plumber to show you where it is and how to turn it off. If you don’t shut off the main valve, then definitely shut the water off at the localized valve that is found near the toilet or the sink. Either way, if you don’t keep water from flowing while you are doing your work, you are going to have to call a plumber for help because, chances are, you might end up with a flooded room or at the very least more water than ...

It happens to just about every homeowner at one time or another, despite your best efforts to prevent it: a burst pipe. It can be a confusing and stressful time, especially right after it happens. As a residential plumber serving Maplewood and the surrounding areas, we have helped countless people like you when this type of plumbing emergency occurs, so here are a few tips on what to do while you are waiting for our residential plumber to respond. The first thing you should do is put a large bucket or another type of container underneath where the leak is coming from, if this is possible. This will help prevent further damage to your flooring, carpeting or anything that is lying underneath or around where the pipe has burst. After that, go to your house's main water shut off valve and turn the water off. Make sure you turn off your home's electricity as well if it's safe to do so and if you know how. Go to your house's stop tap and t...

When your sewer backs up, it can turn a nice and normal day into a very stressful day. You don't just have to worry about finding the cause of the problem, but you also have to worry about cleaning up the mess after the issue has been fixed. So what do you do when you are experiencing problems with a sewer backup in your Roseville home? Here are a few suggestions from the professionals at All Ways Drains. The first thing you need to do is check all of your toilets and sinks and try to spot a backup or clog. If you do see one, try to unclog it with a plunger or a snake. If that does not work, call us and we can send a professional plumber out to help with your sewer backup problem. And if you are unsure of how to do this even with a plunger or snake, you should call in professionals like us and we can take care of it for you. Then call your city, municipality or township: whoever is in charge of your town's sewer lines. Report the sewer backup proble...

You might not realize it, but the causes for plumbing repair can sometimes vary depending on the season and what the weather has been doing outside. So we thought we would take the time to discuss some of the most common reasons for plumbing repair during the warm summer months. All Ways Drains specializes in plumbing repair in St Paul , and we have definitely seen our share of plumbing problems! Because it’s summer and your kids are probably at home more than they are during the school year, your plumbing is probably working harder than ever. And your water-using appliances are probably working overtime, especially your washing machine. You can do a bit of preventive maintenance to make sure it continues to work properly. For example, when was the last time you had your washing machine hose replaced? If it’s been more than three years, you should look into getting a new one. A bit of preventive maintenance now can save you some plumbing repair hassle in the future! Conden...

One of the worst problems you can face as a homeowner is a backed up sewer. It’s a stinky mess and a hassle. As professionals in sewer repair in St Paul , we know firsthand just how dirty this problem can be. So here are a few suggestions what to do when faced with this issue. When you see that your sewer is backed up, call an expert repair company like All Ways Drains first. We can send a plumber out as soon as possible to assess the damage and fix it. After the problem is fixed, you should consider calling in a professional cleaning crew to tackle the worst of the mess. Raw sewage isn’t just a smelly mess – it can also pose a health hazard to you and your family if left sitting for too long. All standing water should be removed first. This can be done using a wet vac or something similar. A sump pump can also help get rid of the water if the sewer back up happened in your basement. All solid waste should be collected and properly disposed of. This is where a prof...