ST LOUIS OUTDOOR PLUMBING EXPERTS

Landscape drains, outdoor sewer clean outs, sprinkler systems, gutter systems and downspouts, spigots and hoses are all part of the outdoor plumbing system of your St. Louis home. And all of these are part of the system that requires outdoor plumbing services such as drain cleaning. Proper maintenance can help you avoid plumbing problems that require emergency services. And that’s good for your wallet and your peace of mind!

ST LOUIS OUTDOOR PLUMBING SERVICES DONE RIGHT

Our plumbing experts handle the following outdoor plumbing services:

• LANDSCAPE DRAINS. There are several different types of landscape or yard drains. These basins catch excess water and redirect it away from the foundation of your home. Channel drains prevent puddles around unground pools, keep water from flowing into your home or garage and collect pooling water on walkways, sidewalks and pavers. Channel drains are installed in the pavement and redirect water to a drainage system.

• SEWER CLEAN OUT. These drain clean outs are part of your outdoor plumbing system and allow your plumber to access the main sewer line. This drain clean out is located either in the front yard or the back yard of your St. Louis home. You’ve probably noticed their caps sticking out above the ground while you’re cutting the lawn. These are important because your plumber can run a sewer camera through the clean out and down into your main sewer drain to find a blockage or other plumbing problem. In fact, even when the clog happens in your indoor plumbing, such as the kitchen sink, your plumber can find the issue by snaking a camera into your outdoor plumbing.

• SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. If your home has a sprinkler or irrigation system, this is also considered part of your outdoor plumbing system. This system delivers fresh water to your yard and landscaping in much the same way that it delivers fresh water to your kitchen and bathrooms for drinking from the tap.

• GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS. Your gutter system and downspouts are an important part of your home’s outdoor plumbing system, carrying rainwater off your roof and away from the foundation of your home. Gutters also collect leaves, twigs, dirt, and debris from your roof. If they’re not cleaned out, they can’t do the important work of moving water away from your home. Downspouts keep water from seeping into your foundation and even flooding your basement. If you grew up in St. Louis or have lived here for several years, chances are pretty good that you’ve dealt with a flooded basement. It’s an expensive mess to clean up and not something you want to go through more than once if you can help it!

• SPRINKLERSAND HOSES. Outdoor spigots, also called hose bibs, are small outdoor faucets that make it easy for homeowners to use water outside for things like washing cars and watering plants and landscaping. Some homeowners install additional hose bibs for an outdoor kitchen, outdoor sink, or outdoor shower. These spigots are attached to a home’s indoor water supply and allow water to flow from inside the home to outside.

St. Louis Outdoor Plumbing Done Right Year-Round

Maplewood Plumbing offers outdoor plumbing services during all four seasons. Here are some tips to help you avoid outdoor plumbing issues and ensure your home’s outdoor plumbing needs are met all year long.

Spring Outdoor Plumbing Expert Tips

Every Spring, check your outdoor faucets (hose bibbs) for leaks and replace the washers in your garden hoses. Check the water pressure, as well. There is a pressure regulator between your home and the main water line that functions to keep the high-pressure water supply from bursting into your home and causing damage. You can purchase a gauge at any hardware or home improvement store to attach to your outdoor spigot. The standard for residential plumbing water pressure is 40-45 pounds per square inch (psi) and should never exceed 60 psi. This is also a good time of year to check your sprinkler system (if you have one). Checking them each season will help you spot any problems before they turn into emergencies.

Summer Outdoor Plumbing Expert Tips

Summer is the ideal time to enjoy your home’s outdoor space!  Now is the time to take care of any plumbing issues before the cold weather comes around again. You should also check your water heater for signs of leaks or corrosion around the hardware. If your water heater is more than 10-15 years old, consider having it replaced.

Fall Outdoor Plumbing Expert Tips

In St. Louis the seasons change unexpectedly, and cold weather can arrive before you know it. So, prepare your home’s outdoor plumbing in the fall before freezing temperatures hit. The first thing to do is disconnect any hoses attached to your outdoor hose bibs and store them in a warm, dry location. If you have interior shut-off valves for the outside faucets, close them and drain the water from outside lines now.

Cover your outdoor faucets with Styrofoam insulation to add another level of protection. This is also a good time to clean your gutters and downspouts. 

Winter Outdoor Plumbing Expert Tips

Winterize your outdoor pipes before temperatures plummet. Disconnect garden hoses, turn off the water to outdoor faucets, and drain the remaining water. Remember to leave the faucet handle turned on during winter months. Winterize outdoor showers, garden sinks, barbeque sinks, and fountains and turn off the gas line to your outdoor grill.

If pipes freeze and crack during cold weather, you may not know it until temperatures warm up again. Learn where the main water shut-off valve is in your home so you can respond quickly in that situation.

If the top of your plumbing stack vent is exposed, consider adding a cap to prevent leaves, sticks, and rodents from dropping into your system and creating a clog.

Keep your outdoor drains free of dirt, leaves, and other debris and if you experience recurring slow drains or clogs, consider calling in a licensed professional plumber for a camera drain inspection of your sewer lines.

 ST. LOUIS’ TRUSTED OUTDOOR PLUMBING EXPERTS

Maplewood Plumbing and Sewer has been taking care of outdoor plumbing for homes across St. Louis City and St. Louis County for nearly 40 years. Our team of plumbers is licensed, bonded, and insured for your peace of mind.

 Unpleasant odors or unusual sounds? Don’t take a “wait and see” approach with your outdoor plumbing system. Contact the outdoor plumbing experts today to avoid having a small plumbing problem become an expensive emergency.

Maplewood Plumbing and Sewer has been providing St. Louis homeowners with expert outdoor plumbing services and drain cleaning for nearly 40 years.

OUTDOOR PLUMBING PROBLEMS? NOT ANYMORE! 

Our family-owned business prides itself on our unmatched customer satisfaction and our solid reputation with St. Louis homeowners. Give us a call and see for yourself why our loyal customers won’t use anyone but Maplewood Plumbing and Sewer for St. Louis outdoor plumbing services!

Contact us today at 314-645-6350 or here for more information or to request a bid.

We are also experts in Kitchen plumbing, basement plumbing, bathroom plumbing and tankless water heater installation.