Backflow can pose serious risks to your home’s water supply, especially when there are sudden changes in water pressure. This reversal of water flow can allow contaminants like fertilizers, pesticides, or sewage to enter your clean water lines. Fortunately, backflow prevention devices are designed to keep this from happening. These devices work by allowing water…
Spring showers can quickly turn into a homeowner’s nightmare when your basement isn’t prepared for the heavy rains. Preventing basement flooding is essential not only to protect your belongings but also to maintain the structural integrity of your home. One of the first steps to preventing basement flooding is ensuring that your gutters and downspouts…
As the summer winds down, the risk of severe weather, including heavy rains and storms, increases. These weather events can cause significant damage to your home, particularly to your plumbing system. Being prepared is essential to protect your property from potential flooding and other plumbing issues. The Importance of Sump Pumps and Backflow Valves Sump…
As the chilly winter days give way to the warmth of spring, it’s time to start thinking about more than just cleaning out your closets and tidying up your garden. Your plumbing system deserves some attention too! At Putman and Sons Plumbing Company, we understand the importance of seasonal maintenance to prevent plumbing problems before…
Homeowners never want to deal with a plumbing emergency. Unfortunately, these situations can happen when you least expect it. While you can’t always prevent plumbing problems, there are steps you can take to minimize the risk of an emergency. Here are three important tips for avoiding plumbing emergencies: Locate and understand how to use the…
The holidays are one of the most common times for plumbing problems to sprout up. The days after Thanksgiving are some of the busiest days in the year for plumbers. To avoid plumbing issues in your home, it is helpful to take a few preventative steps and be aware of what exactly can cause problems…
