The winter is a time to maximize the comfort of our homes so that we can enjoy our interior space until spring arrives. However, it’s important not to ignore the external components of your home, especially your septic system. Septic systems are not immune to the harsh temperatures of winter….Read More Here!
What Causes a Sewer to Backup? (And How to Prevent It!)
Posted by Peak Sewer on January 12, 2022Sewer backups in your home can require costly and time-consuming repairs. In order to understand how to prevent this serious issue, it helps to know what causes a sewer to back up. Here are 7 common causes as well as tips as to how you can prevent a backup from…Read More Here!
How to Troubleshoot a Clogged Septic Line
Posted by Peak Sewer on October 24, 2021Your septic tank is an underground holding tank that collects all wastewater from your home. There is a pipe at the top of the tank that drains the wastewater into a drainfield in your yard when the septic tank gets full. If the pipe leading to the drainfield becomes clogged,…Read More Here!
How to Dispose of Fats and Grease in the City of Edmonton
Posted by Peak Sewer on September 1, 2021You’ve probably been told many times that it’s hazardous to your pipes if you pour cooking fat and grease down the sink drain, but how many times have you been tempted to dump the bacon fat from your frying pan into the sink instead of disposing of it properly? This…Read More Here!
Who Replaces a Damaged Sewer Line: The Homeowner or the City?
Posted by Peak Sewer on August 1, 2021When a sewer line breaks near your home, you may be tempted to assume that the city is responsible for the repair. This is not, however, always the case so it’s important to understand who replaces a sewer line when it becomes damaged. Keep reading to find out more about…Read More Here!