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Flushable Wipes Stuck in Cast Iron Pipes: Causes, Solutions & Prevention Home Blog Details ‘Flushable’ wipes are one of the most common causes of plumbing blockages in older homes — and the label is misleading. Despite the name, most wipes don’t break down the way toilet paper does, and in homes with cast iron drain […]
Galvanized vs Copper Plumbing: What’s the Difference? Home Blog Details If your Pennsylvania home was built before 1970, there is a reasonable chance it still has galvanized steel plumbing somewhere in the walls or underground. For decades, galvanized pipe was the standard choice for residential water supply lines. It was durable, widely available, and far […]