How We Replace Sewer Lines in the Basement or Under a Slab Foundation
One of the most unfortunate places for a sewer line leak is in your concrete basement or especially under a slab foundation home. These...
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HOA Sewer Lateral Compliance 2020: What You’ll Need to Know to Get Started
This post is the first in our HOA Sewer Lateral Compliance Series. Home Owner Associations (HOAs) in the Bay Area need to be ready to...
Sustainable Plumbing: Improving the World and Leaving No One Behind
Sustainable plumbing has plenty of benefits, including energy and water conservation, waste reduction, and cost effectivenes. For those...
The Busiest Time for a Plumber
Every industry has fluctuations throughout the year, and plumbing’s no different. Factors such as weather and seasonal demands determine...
The History of Trenchless Sewer Repair
Over the past few decades, trenchless technology has revolutionized sewer repair. No-dig sewer replacement has become more well-known in...
What Are Requirements for Sewer Laterals in Oakland and the East Bay?
In the East Bay region, all residential, commercial and industrial properties are subject to the EBMUD PSL Program. A Quick...
How to Prepare for El Niño: Managing Sewer Lines
How will El Niño Affect Sewer Lines? El Niño’s storm systems have the potential to wreak havoc on your sewer lines. If El Niño brings...
Commercial Plumbing Tips
In providing commercial plumbing services throughout Oakland, Berkeley and surrounding communities in the East Bay, our team has grown...
Sustainable Plumbing: Groundwater, Rainwater, Drinking Water & Beyond
In order to invest in sustainability, communities, households, and individuals must have reliable plumbing systems that save water and...
How Plumbing Efficiency Saves Money and Supports Water Conservation Efforts
Many of us are more concerned than ever with conserving natural resources and reducing our carbon footprint. As a plumbing and sewer...
The Pipe Spy Difference
Prospective customers frequently ask us: What is it that makes our team different? What exactly is the Pipe Spy difference? One of our...
How to be Eco-Friendly in the Plumbing and Sewer Industry
Although our industry is NOT known for its contributions to the environment, we have a unique opportunity to affect the sustainability of...
When to Replace a Sewer Line
If persistent drain issues are occurring in your home, there may be a bigger sewer pipe problem hiding underground. Sometimes it’s...
2016 Year in Review: Case Studies & Customer Reviews
2016 was a very busy year for Pipe Spy. From general sewer repairs to full private sewer lateral replacements, our team of sewer repair...
Sewer Camera Inspections Revealed
A sewer camera inspection is a vital part of keeping your property’s sewer line working properly and effectively. Whether it’s a...
Environmentally-friendly Sewer Repair: Now California Green Business Certified!
Creating a sustainable, eco-friendly community is incredibly important to those in Oakland and the surrounding Bay Area community – and...
Summer Plumbing Tips
As the weather gets warmer, there are a lot of things people begin to think about. Trips to the beach, spending time on vacation and...
What Are Trenchless Sewer Pipe Repair Methods?
Sewer repair projects can be a huge headache for homeowners. They can be disruptive, expensive, and time-consuming – but these can all be...
Plumbing Tips for Homeowners
A home is a long-term investment – but in order for that investment to grow in value, it must be maintained and sometimes improved. To...
How to Prevent a Sewer Backup
It’s that time of year when spring cleaning is on your mind and you’re preparing for the nicer weather to return. You’re sorting your...
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