Category: Water Line

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Water Line Boring vs. Open Trench for Knoxville Commercial Properties

Key Takeaways Directional boring and open trenching both install the same pipe. What separates them is how much of the surface above the r... Read More

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Well Water Testing Schedule for Maynardville and Luttrell Homeowners

A private well in Union County is tested on the owner's schedule or not at all, because Tennessee does not require ongoing water quality testing of... Read More

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How to Shut Off Your Water in an Emergency

The main water shutoff valve in a Knoxville home sits where the water service line enters the structure, most often on an interior wall of a baseme... Read More

Two workers sitting on the ground in a dimly lit area pull a large orange PEx pipe; tools and cinder blocks are visible in the background.

Home Water Line Types: Choosing the Right Pipes for Your Plumbing

The main water line types are galvanized (pre-1960s, prone to lead contamination), copper (1960s-70s, develops pinhole leaks), PVC/CPVC (budget opt... Read More