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Sewer Trap Replacement For A Busy Queens Pizzeria
A busy pizzeria in Queens needed an urgent sewer trap replacement after their old trap was buried under cement and…
Fire Main Installation In St. Albans Queens By Balkan Sewer And Water Main
A new fire main was recently installed in St. Albans, Queens, where a single-family home was being converted to a…The Best Water Line and Sewer Repair Company in Manhattan
Working in Manhattan brings challenges that most other boroughs never face. Beneath the streets lies a maze of old pipes,…Brooklyn Sewer Issue By Gowanus Solved With Automatic Sewer Valve
A homeowner near the Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn was dealing with repeated sewer backups from both heavy rain and flooding…
You Need A Sewer Pit For Access That Is Safe, Secure, And Water Tight
A sewer pit, also called an access pit, gives you entry to your house drain and sometimes water or gas…Manhattan Water Line Replacement Needed When Water Main Break Floods Subway Station
A water main break on 6th Avenue in Manhattan caused a massive underground washout that even flooded a nearby subway…Where Is The Sewer Trap In A House? How To Find The Sewer Trap Location In Your Home
Your home’s sewer trap is usually found in the basement near the front wall, connected to the fresh air inlet…Main Water Service Line Repair: The 10 Steps For A Successful Water Repair Job
Balkan Sewer and Water Main outlines a 10-step plan for a successful water line repair. It starts with accurate leak…Learn Why Proper Pitch On A Sewer Line Or House Drain Is Critical
Proper pitch on sewer lines is critical - too little causes clogs, too much creates problems. The standard is one-quarter…
Water And Sewer Line Work Is Affected By A Changing Landscape
New York City’s landscape is constantly changing, and that affects every sewer and water line project. In places like Howard…A Brooklyn Water Main Contractor Trusted For Over 65 Years
Balkan Sewer and Water Main has been a trusted Brooklyn water main contractor since 1952. Licensed, bonded, and fully insured,…Water Main Valves Have Different Purposes And Functions
Water main valves come in different types, each with a specific purpose. Inside buildings, gate valves and ball valves control…
Learn How A Vitrified Clay Sewer Pipe Can Last Hundreds Of Years – A Great Tutorial
Clay sewer pipe, also called vitrified clay pipe, has been used for thousands of years and in many cases can…
Automatic Backwater Valve: A Solution To Stop Sewer Backups
An automatic backwater valve is designed to completely stop sewage from backing up into your home, unlike check valves that…Key Elements To Performing A Water Main Replacement Properly So It Will Last
A proper water main replacement comes down to the details. Every connection, seal, and repair matters because once buried, mistakes…Private Water Main In Richmond Hill Queens Springs A Leak
A water line leak on 107th Avenue in Richmond Hill turned out to be more complicated than expected. The city’s…Useful Information Regarding Main Water Line Repairs In NYC
When it comes to repairing a main water line in New York City, age and material matter most. Lines over…Some NYC Sewers Are Works Of Art – Some Not So Much
New York City’s sewers range from stunning brick tunnels built by skilled craftsmen to poorly designed systems barely held together…Sewer Gate Valves from Balkan Are Unique
Sewer gate valves are very different from ordinary water valves because they must handle waste, grit, and solids without failing.…
Preventing Water Damage Before The Next Time, The Aftermath Of Hurricane Sandy
After Hurricane Sandy, many New Yorkers faced severe water damage from flooding, sewer backups, and power outages that left pumps…
A Sewer Valve Stops City Sewers From Backing Up Into Your Home
A sewer valve is designed to protect your home from city sewer backups. While check valves reduce backflow, a manual…4 Home Sewer Problems Explained And Expert Advice
Home sewer problems can be confusing and costly if not diagnosed correctly. The four most common issues are tree roots…
Main Water Valve Replacement: Any Type Or Size Valve Replaced Expertly
Main water valves control the flow of water into a building, and when they fail, they require expert replacement. There…For Water Main Or Sewer Line Repairs, We’re Serious About Service
Balkan Sewer and Water Main Service is known for exceptional customer service and professionalism in New York City’s sewer and…
