Flush-Defying Wipes Bedevil Cities as Sewers Surrender

The ancient Greeks used clay and stone; the Romans, sponges and salt water. Americans made do with rags, newspapers or mail-order catalogs until 1890 when the Scott brothers popularized toilet paper on a roll. Only in the past decade have grownups seized upon moist “flushable” wipes similar to those that clean baby bottoms. Accelerating sales […]

What is Orangeburg Sewer Pipe and Where Did it Come From?

This month’s Roto-Rooter Pipeline will touch on the history of Orangeburg sewer lines and how this product came to be. Older Iowa homes and businesses contain sewer lines that were made of wood fibers and hot tar, known as “Orangeburg”. Orangeburg sewer lines cannot be repaired only replaced. Unfortunately, replacing any sewer line can be […]

Seasonal Plumbing Tips for Fall

  Chilly fall temperatures serve as a polite reminder that when winter arrives it can be sudden, often leaving homeowners unprepared for the troubles associated with extreme cold. A few simple plumbing preparations now will help prevent headaches and costly repairs throughout the winter months. Disconnect outside water hoses. If left connected, water in the […]

General Maintenance for Your Home or Business Plumbing System

You probably don’t think much about the network of water and sewer pipes inside your walls that deliver your hot and cold water — and eliminate waste — on demand. But giving your plumbing a little regular attention and general maintenance can prolong its life, prevent leaks, and avoid costly repairs. Here’s how to care […]

Most Popular Grimes Plumbing Repairs

Plumbing repairs come in all different shapes and sizes. They can be simple fixes, or they can be complicated problems that are nothing but giant inconveniences. Either way, it is extremely important that, as a homeowner, you understand the different problems that can occur with your plumbing system.  There are several different popular Grimes plumbing […]