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Pipe Spy Specialist
Oct 8, 20243 min read
The Pipe Spy Difference
What exactly is the Pipe Spy difference? Our guiding principle is to be the sewer repair company that you recommend to your friends and...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Oct 8, 20243 min read
Now is the Time to Schedule a Sewer Camera Inspection
There’s a critical system beneath your home that shouldn’t be overlooked: your private sewer lateral. At Pipe Spy, a leader in trenchless...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Oct 8, 20243 min read
What are trenchless sewer pipe repair methods?
Sewer repair projects can be a huge headache for homeowners. They can be disruptive, expensive, and time-consuming – but these can all be...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Oct 8, 20244 min read
Replacing Your Service Water Line
As a homeowner, you will most likely experience problems with the water main to your house at some point – and unfortunately, you will...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Oct 8, 20244 min read
How To Unclog A Sewer Lateral
A clog in your sewer line can be frustrating, especially if you don’t know what’s causing it or what to do next. Here’s how to address...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Oct 8, 20244 min read
Why You Should Avoid a DIY Sewer Line Repair
As a homeowner, it’s important to have basic knowledge about repairing and maintaining common issues that arise over the lifetime of a...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Oct 8, 20244 min read
What Are Requirements for Private Sewer Laterals in Oakland and the East Bay?
In the East Bay region of California, all residential, commercial, and industrial properties are subject to the East Bay Municipal...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Oct 8, 20243 min read
Why Is Open Trench Excavation Sometimes Necessary for Sewer Line Repair?
Open trench excavation is the traditional and previously most common method for sewer lateral repair or replacement. Open trench...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Aug 22, 20234 min read
Checklist for home plumbing systems in the Bay Area:
Summertime is upon us in northern California! It’s the time when activities are virtually nonstop. The kids are out of school, having...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
Jul 31, 20233 min read
How To Care For Your Garbage Disposal
A garbage disposal is a convenient tool for discarding food waste during your kitchen cleaning routine. However garbage disposals can...
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Jun 30, 20233 min read
How to Choose the Best Trenchless Sewer Repair Professional
Sewer repair or plumbing projects can be intimidating. Homeowners are not typically plumbing professionals with years of experience. For...
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Pipe Spy Specialist
May 31, 20234 min read
Summer Checklist for Your Home Plumbing System
Summertime is upon us in northern California! It’s the time when activities are virtually nonstop. The kids are out of school, having...
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Apr 28, 20233 min read
Trenchless Sewer Repair vs. Traditional Sewer Repair
Out of sight is out of mind, and sewage systems are often taken for granted. Until something goes wrong, many people do not realize how...
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Mar 31, 20235 min read
Sewer Lateral Compliance Guide for HOAs and Condo Owners
Sewer lateral compliance is a frequent topic for property owners in the San Francisco Bay Area, including Oakland and the East Bay. Both...
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Feb 28, 20232 min read
Does Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Sewer Line Repair?
When we find ourselves dealing with the challenges of an unforeseen home repair, the first question we have is, “How much is this going...
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Jan 31, 20232 min read
Why do I need to apply for a sewer lateral permit?
Obtaining a sewer lateral permit is required before installing a sewer lateral in Oakland, California. Sewer permits issued by the city...
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Dec 29, 20223 min read
What Is Sewer System Smoke Testing?
Property owners in Oakland and Berkeley may experience “random city smoke testing.” Local ordinances require sewer lines to be tested for...
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Nov 29, 20224 min read
Sinkholes: When Sewer Repair Goes Wrong
Some homeowners find themselves dealing with an unexpected and worsening problem on their property: sinkholes. Sinkholes are usually an...
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Oct 31, 20223 min read
Do Low-Flow Toilets Cause Sewer System Problems?
Low-flow toilets have become popular in recent years. As the name suggests, low-flow toilets use less water, which is an important...
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Sep 30, 20223 min read
PSL Pressure Testing Procedure
If you’re a property owner in the San Francisco Bay Area, make sure sure informed about private sewer later (PSL) pressure tests. A PSL...
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