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Minneapolis Sewer Repair Grant: Help Paying for Sewer Line Repairs

January 2, 2026

Sewer repairs can be stressful — and expensive — especially for homeowners in older Minneapolis neighborhoods. The good news is that the City of Minneapolis offers a Private Sewer Lateral…

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Post-Holiday Sewer Problems in Minneapolis: Why Issues Show Up in January

January 2, 2026

The holidays may be over, but for many homeowners, post-holiday sewer problems in Minneapolis start showing up in January. After weeks of extra guests, heavier cooking, and cold winter temperatures,…

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Underground sewer pipes in Minneapolis impacted by winter frost and freeze-thaw cycles

❄️Minneapolis Winter Sewer Problems | How Cold Damages Sewer Pipes

December 12, 2025

Minneapolis winter sewer problems often begin underground. Learn how frost depth, freeze-thaw cycles, and aging sewer pipes impact homes during cold weather.

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Why November Is the Perfect Time to Consider CIPP Pipelining in Minnesota

November 18, 2025

November in Minnesota brings colder days, falling temperatures, and the first signs of winter. As the weather changes, underground plumbing systems start to feel the effects. Freezing soil, shifting ground,…

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“You Need a Sewer Repair.” Now What?

October 23, 2020

Told you need sewer repair in Minneapolis? Learn what it really means, explore your options, and get a FREE second opinion from trusted residential sewer experts.

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Sewer Cleaning vs. Drain Cleaning: What Minneapolis Homeowners Need to Know

May 18, 2020

When water backs up, drains slow down, or strange smells start coming from your plumbing, many Minneapolis homeowners hear two terms thrown around: drain cleaning and sewer cleaning. While they…

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COVID-19 Update From Cichy’s

March 28, 2020

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE COMPANY UPDATE Federal and State orders have recognized water and wastewater workers essential to the continued critical infrastructure.  Please note that COVID-19 is changing rapidly and we will…

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Signs of a Clogged Main Sewer Line

March 16, 2020

The sooner you recognize a clogged main sewer line the better.  If a clogged main sewer line is ignored it may lead to costly repairs.  Regular sewer maintenance (aka sewer…

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