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. ...

YOUR FALL CHECKLIST FOR SUMP PUMP SUCCESS

by Susan Denisi | Oct 15, 2023 | Fall, Basement Flooding, Checklist, Debris, Discharge Pipe, Drain Hose, Float Mechanism, Generator, Inlet Screen, Maintenance, Particles, Seasonal Preparation, Sump Pump, Sump Pump Pit

Sump pumps are indispensable throughout the year, but they assume a particularly vital role during the fall and winter months in regions that encounter cold weather and snowfall. Therefore, it is imperative for Ohioans to prioritize the maintenance of their sump...

WHEN SHOULD YOU PREPARE YOUR PLUMBING SYSTEM FOR SPRING?

by Susan Denisi | Mar 1, 2023 | Spring, Faucet, Leak, Seasonal Change, Shutoff Valve, Sink, Sprinkler, Sump Pump, Toilet, Transition, Water Hose

Spring is fast approaching, and with the sun rising earlier and days getting warmer, it’s time to get your plumbing system ready for the early spring season! Don’t worry, though! Five Star Columbus Plumbing has some tips and tricks you can follow to make sure...

WHAT ARE 7 INSIGHTFUL REASONS YOUR PLUMBING SYSTEM MAY ACT UP THIS WINTER?

by Susan Denisi | Dec 1, 2022 | Columbus, Back Up, Clog, Damage, Emergency Plumber, Five Star, Frozen, Frozen Pipes, Indoor Pipes, Kitchen Drain, Outdoor Drain, Outdoor Pipes, Pulumbing Problems, Septic Tank, Sump Pump, Water Heater, Winter

With winter at our door, we are once again reminded of the frigid temps that grace our threshold. Cold weather affects everyone differently. Some people love it, while others don’t. However, no matter what your seasonal preferences are, there’s no doubt...

What Qualifies As A Plumbing Emergency?

by Becca Agunga | May 18, 2022 | Columbus, Emergency Plumber, Maintenance, OH, Ohio, Pipes, Plumbing, Sump Pump, Water Heater

Unlike electrical and HVAC issues, plumbing emergencies can take some urgency, primarily because of the stressful consequences they have if not diagnosed and repaired as soon as possible. Therefore, it is crucial for homeowners to know which plumbing issues require...