Plumbing Tips & Updates From HWR Plumbing

Practical advice from licensed South Dakota plumbers on leaks, drains, water heaters, and keeping your home protected.

Slab Leak Warning Signs Every South Dakota Homeowner Should Know15Oct, 2026
By Aaron Mitchell

Slab Leak Warning Signs Every South Dakota Homeowner Should Know

Many South Dakota homes sit on concrete slabs with water lines buried underneath. Here is how to catch a slab leak early.

How to Protect Your Pipes Before the Next South Dakota Freeze6Oct, 2026
By Andrew Blake

How to Protect Your Pipes Before the Next South Dakota Freeze

Don't let the next South Dakota freeze catch you off guard, prepare your pipes now and avoid expensive damage.

Hard Water in South Dakota: When a Water Softener Pays for Itself27Sep, 2026
By Maria Delgado

Hard Water in South Dakota: When a Water Softener Pays for Itself

Hard water can be a costly issue in many homes, but a water softener can offer significant long-term savings.

Tankless vs. Tank Water Heaters: What Works Best in South Dakota18Sep, 2026
By Travis Baines

Tankless vs. Tank Water Heaters: What Works Best in South Dakota

Discover if a tankless or traditional tank water heater is the right choice for your South Dakota home.

Kitchen Sink Backups: Causes, Prevention and Quick Solutions9Sep, 2026
By Dana Whitfield

Kitchen Sink Backups: Causes, Prevention and Quick Solutions

Grease, coffee grounds and hard water scale team up inside kitchen drains. Here is how to clear a backup and prevent the next one.

Underground Pipe Damage: Common Causes and Modern Repair Solutions31Aug, 2026
By Luis Ortega

Underground Pipe Damage: Common Causes and Modern Repair Solutions

Underground pipes are out of sight, but not out of mind for South Dakota homeowners. Learn what causes damage and how it's fixed.

Hydro Jetting vs. Snaking: Which Drain Cleaning Method Do You Need?22Aug, 2026
By Aaron Mitchell

Hydro Jetting vs. Snaking: Which Drain Cleaning Method Do You Need?

Clogged drains are a headache, but knowing the right cleaning method, hydro jetting or snaking, saves you time and money.

Why a Sewer Camera Inspection Belongs on Every South Dakota Home Inspection13Aug, 2026
By Andrew Blake

Why a Sewer Camera Inspection Belongs on Every South Dakota Home Inspection

Learn why a sewer camera inspection is a non-negotiable part of any South Dakota home inspection.

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