Journal
The drain log.
Plain-English guides on backups, clogs, sewer lines and cameras, yard drainage, septic care, costs and hiring, written for Tennessee homeowners and business owners.

Costs and HiringHow to Hire a Drain and Sewer Company in NashvilleA short checklist for choosing a drain and sewer company: what to ask, what to get in writing and what…
Yards, Drainage and SepticSeptic Tank Care Basics for Tennessee HomeownersA septic system is simple, but it needs a few habits and a regular pump-out. Here is what keeps it…
Yards, Drainage and SepticHow to Stop Yard Flooding Around Your HouseWater that collects near a foundation causes damp basements and crawl spaces. Here are the steps from simplest to biggest.
Yards, Drainage and SepticSump Pumps and Backwater Valves ExplainedTwo different devices protect a basement from two different kinds of water. Here is what each does.
Costs and HiringHow Much Does Sewer Line Replacement Cost?What drives the price of a new sewer line, and how to read an estimate without being overwhelmed.
Costs and HiringHow Much Does Drain Cleaning Cost in Nashville?A plain-English look at what drain cleaning commonly costs, what changes the price and how to compare quotes.
Sewer Lines and CamerasWhat a Sewer Camera Inspection Actually ShowsA sewer camera is a window into the pipe. Learn what the picture means so you can read your own…
Sewer Lines and CamerasTrenchless vs Traditional Sewer RepairLining, pipe bursting and open trenches each have a place. Here is how to compare them for your yard.
Clogs and CleaningWhat Not to Flush or Pour Down Your DrainsA short list of the things that cause most household drain clogs, and what to do with them instead of…
Clogs and CleaningHydro Jetting vs Snaking: Which Does Your Drain Need?Cables and jetters clear drains in different ways. Here is how to tell which fits your clog.
Sewer Lines and CamerasTree Roots in Sewer Lines: What to KnowRoots find their way into sewer joints looking for water. Learn how to spot them, clear them and slow their…
Sewer Lines and CamerasSigns Your Sewer Line Is FailingSlow drains, gurgling, smells and soggy patches in the yard can all point to a sewer line problem. Here is…
Clogs and CleaningWhy Does My Main Line Keep Clogging?A main line that clogs again and again has a cause. Here are the usual suspects and how to find…
Emergencies and BackupsWhat to Do When Your Sewer Backs UpThe first ten minutes of a sewer backup matter. Here is what to stop, what to protect and when to…