Most water heater problems are a repair, not a replacement, as long as the tank itself is under about 8 years old and hasn't started leaking. A failed thermocouple, a bad heating element, a stuck valve, or sediment buildup are all common, fixable issues on a tank that's otherwise in good shape.  The trick is telling the difference between a part that failed and a tank that's failing. Here's how to sort through the most common problems we see, and what each one usually means.

When your hot water tank starts acting weird like running out of hot water sooner than usual, making funny sounds, leaking, discolored water, then it may be time to upgrade.

A pilot light that won't stay lit is almost always one of three things: a failing thermocouple, a draft affecting the pilot flame, or a dirty pilot orifice. The thermocouple is the most common cause on tanks over 5 years old. Here's what each cause looks like and how to tell them apart.

How do you tell if your hot water tank needs to be repaired, or replaced? Read our article on that very subject here on Pioneer Plumbing and Heating's blog.

Pipe bursting is the preferred method now for replacing a sewer line from the house to city sewers. The alternative is the old style of digging up the yard and replacing everything top down.

A sump pump does need maintenance, because if it fails during a heavy rainstorm or spring thaw there can be serious damage due to flooding. Call us for an estimate.

We feel it's important to understand the complete workings of the plumbing system in your home. From the kitchen sink to city sewers, knowing that will serve you well.

Is trenchless drain replacement right for you? Learn about trenchless water line and pipe repair. Explore trenchless lateral drain replacement options in this article.

A sewer main is a large underground pipe that collects wastewater from multiple residences and businesses and takes it to a treatment plant where it is safely dealt with.