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 vital throughout the year, but their importance is amplified during the fall and winter seasons, especially in regions characterized by cold weather and snowfall. This means that for us residents of Ohio, proper maintenance of our sump pumps is an...

PLUMBING TIPS FOR FIRE PREVENTION MONTH IN OCTOBER

by Susan Denisi | Oct 10, 2023 | Fire Prevention, Electric Water Heater, Flammable Materials, Gas Water Heater, Plumbing Inspection, Plumbing Safety, Safety Tips, Shut-off Valve, Water Heater

October is recognized as Fire Prevention Month, a tradition stemming from the establishment of National Fire Prevention Week in 1922, which was instituted to honor the memory of the devastating Great Chicago Fire of 1871. This observance has since evolved into a...

WHY IS MY ELECTRIC WATER HEATER OVERHEATING?

by Susan Denisi | Sep 15, 2023 | Electric, Damage, Heating Element, Overheating, Sediment Buildup, Temperature, Thermostat, Water Heater

An electric water heater is a staple of modern living for many. It provides the convenience of hot water at our fingertips. However, electric heaters tend to encounter issues such as overheating. When this happens, it leads to uncomfortably hot water but can also...

DESIGNING YOUR DREAM HOUSE: A GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT PLUMBING COMPANY

by Susan Denisi | Sep 1, 2023 | New Build, Credentials, Emergency Services, License, Plumber, Plumbing System

Building your dream home is such an exciting adventure, packed with a ton of decisions and careful planning. However, don’t forget, choosing the perfect plumbing company for your new build is a major deal too! After all, a well-designed and flawlessly constructed home...

UNVEILING THE MYSTERY: HOW OLD IS MY WATER HEATER?

by Susan Denisi | Aug 5, 2023 | Age, Electric, Gas, Lifespan, Manufacture Number, Middletown, Ohio, Plumbing & Drain, Product Label, Serial Number, Water Heater

Your trusty water heater works diligently in the background of your daily routine, providing you with comforting warm showers, clean dishes, and fresh laundry. Yet, similar to any other household appliance, water heaters possess a finite lifespan, which...