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Does Your Basement have a Foul Odor?
A foul odor in your basement may be coming from your drains. When the water dries out in the trap, it allows gases to enter your basement and creates a bad smell. A simple solution is to add some water to your drain periodically. If the odor continues, add olive oil to slow down the…
5 Ways to Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter
The first snow of the season is here which is a great time to remind everyone that frozen pipes can cause major damage. The best way to deal with this problem is to prevent it altogether. The following methods will help protect your home and plumbing from cold weather-related damage. Maintain Temperatures Around Pipes –…
Smelly Sinks
If you’ve been searching up and down for the source of the mysterious smell in your kitchen or bathroom, you should check your drains. Tub and sink drains can grow bacteria or let off gasses when specific plumbing problems exist. The result is an offensive odor that can sometimes be hard to track down and…
Putman & Son’s Plumbing Sponsors Dean Chiropractic Open House Celebration
Putman & Son’s Plumbing is pleased to support and sponsor Dean Chiropractic Open House. Please help us celebrate from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on April 28th at Dean Chiropractic in Berkley. Many festivities are planned including appetizers, wine, demonstrations, giveaways and surprises. We are happy to participate in the silent auction giving away our…
Putman & Son’s Plumbing Skilled State Certified Backflow Inspectors
Is it time for your certified backflow inspection? Not only is it a wise idea to have testing done periodically, testing is required by many cities to ensure that you are protected from contaminated water. Many of our customers have received their notice in the mail. Remember that testing is done for your safety to…
Common Causes of Foul Odors Coming from Your Drain
If you notice foul odors coming from your drain, there may be a problem. The first thing you should do is identify what is causing the issue. A Dry P-Trap – The curved length of pipe under the sink is called the p-trap. Water is supposed to remain in the curve to serve as a…