
History In The Making: Witnessing Tacoma’s First Sewer Pipe Bore
If you are a Tacoma local you may have noticed the commotion on S 56th St during the last couple days of March. What you might not have realized is

6 Tips About Sewer Repair In Tacoma WA
A sewer repair can be a daunting thing. No matter where you live, or who you are, no one wants to hear that they need to have work done on

Three Reasons We Do Free Sewer Estimates
A failed or backed-up sewer line is a huge problem that nobody wants to deal with. Suddenly, plans get canceled, showers become a thing of the past, and your wallet

Top 5 Reasons to Use Trenchless Sewer Repair
When it comes to buying a home in Tacoma, there are any number of things you might be initially attracted to. Maybe it’s the view of the shipping docks, or

3 Reasons You Need A 24-Hour Tacoma Emergency Plumber
We all know the feeling of not being in control of certain situations, and we all know the frustration that comes along with it. Unfortunately when it comes to the

Five Steps To Take When Your Basement Is Flooded
In Tacoma, it is not at all uncommon for basements to become flooded. In fact, due to the amount of rain and groundwater present in Tacoma, flooded basements are one

Root Intrusion in Pipe: Plumbing Locating Explanation
Steven Shoopman – Field Technician at Harts Plumbing showing how to do a proper locate – a complete understanding of what is happening below the ground. Locating plumbing lines is

Top 6 Reasons You Should Never Use Chemical Drain Cleaner
Chances are you have experienced a clogged drain at least once in your life. We all know the inconvenience, the frustration, and the occasional nastiness that comes along with this

What Is a Cleanout and Why Should You Have One?
When customers call to schedule a camera scope, snake, or hydro jetter, I usually end up asking them the same question: “Is there a cleanout?” Oftentimes this question is met

Why Are Tankless Water Heaters So Popular?
In the quest for readily available hot water, there is one phrase that seems to come up more than any other: “tankless water heater.” Just what are tankless water heaters,

Three Need to Know Facts About Offset Joints and Sewer Problems
When it comes to sewer and drain issues, most people think of clogs, cracks, or roots, but seldom stop to consider that the joints of their pipes may be offset.

Water and Sewer Permit Cost and Process in Tacoma
For most, any work done within the city involving building or plumbing in Tacoma, you will need a permit. Permits are something that is applied for and then granted by