I keep a small hand auger and a sturdy plunger under the utility sink, just in case. Had a backup once after a big rain—turned out to be roots, and th...

You're spot on about HDPE being more forgiving when roots are involved. I've had to snake out PVC lines more than once after a big rain, but HDPE just...

That’s a good point about testing the soil first. I’ve run into that same issue—spent a weekend digging only to find water just sat there. One thing I...

I get the heat approach, but I’ve actually had better luck just using a pair of needle-nose pliers and taking it slow. Sometimes the plastic gets weir...

That’s been my experience too. Those flex hoses can be a lifesaver in tight spots, but I’ve run into issues where the threads just don’t match up righ...