Protect Your Outdoor Plumbing: 3 Plumbing Maintenance Tips for Fall

Last September reminded Portlanders how quickly summer can slip away. Rain came early and often, leaving streets damp and skies gray. Afternoons held a bit of warmth, but mornings carried a chill that made it clear fall was here to stay. It was one of the wetter...

What Is the Purpose of a Sump Pump in Your Home?

Do you know the purpose of a sump pump? Many people have them in their basements or crawl spaces but don’t fully understand what sump pumps do. They just hear a motor running from time to time, followed by a sucking noise. If you haven’t owned a sump pump before and...