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The 3 Types of Plungers The plunger is your first line of defense against plumbing disasters. If you don’t know your plunger, though, you might not be clearing clogs as effectively as you could be. Some plungers work well on sink clogs, and some are specifically made for toilets. Here is everything you need to […]

What To Do When Your Pipes Freeze I’ve been around long enough to tell you that frozen pipes can happen in houses both old and new. Minnesota’s had a winter that was so cold it turned Babe’s fur blue. Now, it might not get that cold these days, but it still gets chilly enough to

4 Plumbing Noises You Never Want to Hear When you turn on a faucet or flush your toilet, the only thing you want to hear is running water. But sometimes, your plumbing makes strange sounds. Some are easy to identify and locate, while others hide behind your wall. Each sound has a different cause—from leaks

Can You Use Drano® in Your Toilet? When toilets get clogged, most people automatically reach for Drano. It’s known for quickly and easily removing clogs. While Drano works on some drains, it’s not an effective way of solving your plumbing problems. It can not only damage your toilet but also all of the other drains

Can Coffee Grounds Go Down the Drain? A common myth for cleaning and deodorizing your disposal is dumping coffee grounds down your drain. While it is true that this morning essential can eliminate pesky odors, they will wreak havoc on your pipes. Here are why coffee grounds can hurt your plumbing as well as alternatives

Winter is coming – What to do if your pipe bursts Minnesota knows a thing or two about cold winters. Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox experienced winters so cold the snow turned blue. The winds were so strong, the geese flew backward. While the geese don’t fly backward these days, the winters in

How to Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient The state of Minnesota offers incentives and rebates for energy-efficient homes. Like their home state, Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox love solving efficiency problems. When the Wisconsin River was blocked by a logjam, the people at the river’s basin weren’t getting enough water. Together, Paul and

Paul Debunks Common Plumbing Myths I know a thing or two about myths. I’ve encountered my fair share over the years. Heck, some people even say I’m a myth. I never saw myself that way—just someone who likes to lend a helping hand. Plumbing has its fair share of myths too. But these myths are

Why Does My Bathroom Drain Stink? Your bathroom is a place of peace and comfort. A shower wakes you up in the morning and a bath relaxes you at night. But bad odors in your bathroom can be a distraction that’s difficult to source. Paul Bunyan has dealt with his share of bad smells—from his

5 Plumbing Problems That Are No Match for Paul In my travels, I’ve seen rivers blocked by massive logs. I’ve even changed another river’s course to help my friends. Water can be a real challenge, especially when it comes to plumbing. From clogged drains to sewer backup, I’ve seen it all. By matching old fashioned