Plumbing Myths Busted

by Susan Denisi | Apr 1, 2024 | Plumbing Myths, Clogs, Columbus, Drain Cleaner, Flushable, Grease, Maintenance, Ohio, Plumbing Care, Plumbing System, Plumbing Tips

It’s April Fool’s Day today, but we’re taking a different approach. Because, of course, we’re not here to fool anyone! In plumbing, distinguishing fact from fiction is crucial to avoiding costly mistakes and maintaining your home’s...

4 Proven Steps You Don’t Want to Miss to Ensure Your Plumbing System Is Spring Ready

by Susan Denisi | Mar 1, 2024 | Plumbing System, Bathtubs, Downspouts, Garbage Disposal, Gutters, Indoor Drains, Inspection, Maintenance, Outdoor Drains, Problems, Season, Shower, Sink, Spring, Spring Preparation, Spring-ready, Springtime, Sump Pump, Toilet, Water Heater

Spring is just about here! With that, our attention naturally turns to the vibrancy and freshness of the new season. However, for many, spring signifies another time – spring cleaning! If you, like many others, like to use this time to really get those deep cleaning...

8 Helpful Troubleshooting Steps If Your Sump Pump Isn’t Working

by Susan Denisi | Feb 15, 2024 | Winter, Basement, Clog, Discharge Pipe, Float Switch, Flooded, Frozen, Ice, Maintenance, Pump Motor, Snow, Sump Pump, Sump Pump Pit, Troubleshooting, Valve

Sump pump problems are not uncommon around this time of the year. Given the recent weather, your sump pump may become overworked due to all the snowmelt and rain. When your sump pump stops working, it’s important to not postpone getting it working once again. ...

8 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS TO KEEP YOUR PLUMBING SYSTEM IN TIP-TOP SHAPE

by Susan Denisi | Jan 1, 2024 | Plumbing System, Drain, Garbage Disposal, Leaks, Maintenance, Plumbing Practices, Water Heater, Water Pressure

As we ring in the New Year, it’s the perfect time for homeowners to reflect on their habits and make resolutions for a smoother-running plumbing system. After all, nothing ruins a day quite like a high water bill or a malfunctioning water heater. By taking a few...

HOW DO I KEEP MY PLUMBING VENT STACK FROM FREEZING?

by Susan Denisi | Nov 15, 2023 | Plumbing Vents, Frozen, Heat Tape, Ice, Maintenance, Pipe Insulation, Prevention, Roof, Thaw, Vent Stack, Vents, Winter

Your home is equipped with various exhaust systems, such as the furnace and fireplace chimney, the dryer vent, and the kitchen fan. However, it’s important to also consider your plumbing vents and vent stack. You might be thinking – “What are those?” If you...

HOW DO I MAINTAIN MY GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS?

by Susan Denisi | Nov 1, 2023 | Gutter, Blockage, Clog, Columbus, Downspout, Fall, Five Star, Gutter Wand, Leaves, Maintenance, Ohio, Safety Tips

As autumn graces us with brisk winds and falling leaves, it becomes essential to shift our focus toward home fall maintenance tasks. With this in mind, a crucial aspect of preparing for winter is gutter and downspout maintenance. With leaves continuously shedding from...