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From the dawn of civilization, humans have tried to solve the same basic plumbing problems we face today—how to deliver fresh water to users and take away waste. American Rooter, the premier plumbing repair and sewer cleaning service in Watertown, CT, provides a brief history of plumbing in the sections below. This locally-owned and -operated business has been solving plumbing problems for customers throughout Litchfield County since they began operations in 1980.

Plumbing in Ancient Times

Copper plumbing infrastructure has been found in palaces in India dating to 4,000 BC. 1,500 years later, the ancient Egyptians laid out intricate pipelines to feed bathrooms within the pyramids, and used them to create vast sewage and irrigation systems. The ancient Romans solved their plumbing problems 2,500 years ago with lead and bronze piping and intricate, marble fixtures. They also developed vast viaducts and cisterns to store and transport water, as well as underground sewers to get rid of municipal waste.

Plumbing During the Renaissance

The iron pipe was first developed in Germany during the mid-1400s, making plumbing more practical and inexpensive. Later, the godson of Queen Elizabeth I of England developed a water closet you could flush. During the late 1600s, Louis XIV of France ordered an impressive plumbing line that carried water from 15 miles away to feed the Versailles Palace fountains.

Modern Plumbing Problems & Solutionsplumbing problems

New York City installed the United States' first underground sewer in 1728 to combat foul odors from open sewers. Flushing toilets were developed and perfected during the early 1900s, and the U.S. government created several organizations and gave them the responsibility of creating standards and building codes; the first U.S. plumbing code was enacted in 1928. By 1961, all public facilities, including restrooms, had to be made accessible to everyone, even physically disabled individuals.

American Rooter, the premier plumbing repair and sewer cleaning service in Watertown, CT, can help you solve your plumbing problems. Visit their website for contact information, or call (860) 274-7338 to speak with a friendly and courteous expert.

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