Storm drains are essential infrastructure for the population's safety. A poorly managed storm drainage system is not only a menace that threatens your property, but also the surrounding environment. In residential properties, storm drains help divert excess water that...
It can be disastrous to have a fire protection system that can run out of water. That's why most buildings have a Siamese connection also called a Fire Department Connection. Read on to learn how this protects lives and properties. Whether you're a commercial or...
Basic knowledge of how your water supply line works, approved material, and potential issues is paramount. This is especially true if you're a home or property owner. Mastering the basic understanding will help you detect any problems and deal with emergencies related...
Part II of the article, "Balkan's Top Plumbing Blog Posts as Voted by You." Number one on our list of top sewer and water main plumbing blog posts is "Three Common Causes of Water Main Leaks". 1) Three Common Causes of Water Main Leaks Aging pipes, harsh...
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Over the past few years, the award-winning Balkan Sewer and Water Main Service has created many plumbing blog posts informing readers about how to take care of all sorts of plumbing issues. Of course, as a sewer and water main contractor they center around sewer and...
If your home sewer pipes are defective, making a hiring decision is a certainly a big one. Choosing between a sewer repair vs a sewer replacement involves thousands of your hard earned dollars. In the NYC area even a relatively simple sewer repair will cost over...
Looking to learn what a force main house sewer is and how it works? You may have figured out over the years that all drains are not created equal. Storm drain sewers and sanitary sewers infrastructures are used by the City of New York to transport wastewater. Almost...
Materials for sewer and water work matter. Balkan Sewer And Water Main Service is well aware of this fact. That is why our quality plumbing material for sewer and water work meets or exceeds code. Long-lasting, extra heavy cast iron pipe is the way to go. Because of...
Replacing your sewer line and need to know what type of pipe to use? In certain situations, ductile iron pipe provides a wide array of advantages. Unlike cast iron pipes, ductile iron pipes are made with various coatings and linings that have been designed to prevent...
Keeping your storm drain clean is essential for a properly functioning water drainage system. Unfortunately, this important task is often overlooked until disaster strikes. Is is not advisable to try to unclog a storm drain on your own. In almost all cases, you'll...
Do you know how to perform a residential sewer dye test to discover leaks? Municipalities will conduct a sewer dye test to determine if freshwater and storm water run-off are entering the city's sanitary sewer lines. This is one of the main reasons why raw sewage...
Underground plumbing is affected by a myriad of factors and field conditions. These many items go beyond the material or the age of the piping. Repairs of new installations of subsurface plumbing are affected by such things as utility obstructions, and above ground...