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Sustainable Plumbing: Groundwater, Rainwater, Drinking Water & Beyond
In order to invest in sustainability, communities, households, and individuals must have reliable plumbing systems that save water and...

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Storm Drain Repair and Clog Prevention
Storm drains (also referred to as storm basins , catch basins , or area drains ) collect and redirect rain or stormwater and surface...

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How Plumbing Efficiency Saves Money and Supports Water Conservation Efforts
Many of us are more concerned than ever with conserving natural resources and reducing our carbon footprint. As a plumbing and sewer...

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The Pipe Spy Difference
Prospective customers frequently ask us: What is it that makes our team different? What exactly is the Pipe Spy difference? One of our...

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3 min read


How to be Eco-Friendly in the Plumbing and Sewer Industry
Although our industry is NOT known for its contributions to the environment, we have a unique opportunity to affect the sustainability of...

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5 min read


When to Replace a Sewer Line
If persistent drain issues are occurring in your home, there may be a bigger sewer pipe problem hiding underground. Sometimes it’s...

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3 min read


2016 Year in Review: Case Studies & Customer Reviews
2016 was a very busy year for Pipe Spy. From general sewer repairs to full private sewer lateral replacements, our team of sewer repair...

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3 min read
Sewer Camera Inspections Revealed
A sewer camera inspection is a vital part of keeping your property’s sewer line working properly and effectively. Whether it’s a...

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5 min read


Environmentally-friendly Sewer Repair: Now California Green Business Certified!
Creating a sustainable, eco-friendly community is incredibly important to those in Oakland and the surrounding Bay Area community – and...

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3 min read
Summer Plumbing Tips
As the weather gets warmer, there are a lot of things people begin to think about. Trips to the beach, spending time on vacation and...

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3 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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Plumbing Tips for Homeowners
A home is a long-term investment – but in order for that investment to grow in value, it must be maintained and sometimes improved. To...

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How to Prevent a Sewer Backup
It’s that time of year when spring cleaning is on your mind and you’re preparing for the nicer weather to return. You’re sorting your...

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Why You Should Avoid a DIY Sewer Line Repair
As a homeowner, it’s important to know how to fix common problems that might occur around the house. Over time, many homeowners become a...

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Pipe Spy’s Building – Now with More Art! from Muralist Kate DeCiccio
Pipe Spy’s customers rarely visit our headquarters, but we have some exciting news to share about it. We’ve always been proud of the Pipe...

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Sewer Backup Causes: What’s Causing your Backup?
Sewer backups can be caused by a lot of things – and they are a huge, and sometimes, completely unexpected, headache for virtually every...

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