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Winter is fast approaching, and it is time to get your house in order. Once you complete your home decor, preparing your plumbing should be next on the list. At Putman and Sons we have a few fixes that we recommend to our customers to ensure their plumbing is ready for cold temperatures. Turn Off…
Plumbing systems have evolved tremendously over the past decade. Homes with green plumbing require less water and energy to accomplish regular tasks like bathing and cooking. Green plumbing is a general term for technology used within commercial and residential properties to reduce their impact on the environment. What is Green Plumbing? Being “green” is all…
You may be surprised to find that a lot of debris goes down the shower drain. Over time, this can build up, causing a slow moving drain. There are a few things you can try at home to stop this common plumbing problem. Unclog By Hand As long as the blockage isn’t deeper in your…

Understanding the Purpose of a Backflow Preventer Your plumbing system should keep clean water flowing in one direction. Sudden pressure changes from water main breaks or heavy usage can force water to reverse direction. This reversal, called backflow, allows contaminated water from irrigation systems, fire sprinklers, or other sources to enter your drinking water. A…

Commercial buildings are required to perform backflow testing once a year. Many residential neighborhood associations and municipalities also require backflow testing from homeowners. This testing is required to protect the municipal water supply from contamination by private greywater. The connection between the municipal water supply and private buildings must be designed and tested to prevent…
A sump pump in proper working order will prevent flooding in your basement. If functioning properly, seepage in the basement will flow into the sump pump safely draining the water from your home. Putman & Son’s Plumbing will inspect your sump pump and can also install a water-activated or battery backup sump pump for…