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...

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...

5 RED FLAGS TO LOOK FOR IN A PLUMBING SYSTEM WHEN PURCHASING A NEW HOME

by Susan Denisi | Jul 13, 2023 | Plumbing, Drain, History, Leaks, Maintenance, Pipes, Plumbing Inspection, Plumbing System, Records, Water Damage, Water Heater, Water Line, Water Pressure, Water Stain

Looking for the next place to call home? If you’re currently in the market to buy a house, congratulations! Though we are well aware of all the stress that comes along with it, it is still an exciting milestone to be celebrated! There is a plethora of important...

COMMON SUMMER PLUMBING PROBLEMS

by Susan Denisi | Jun 9, 2023 | Summer, Backup, Clog, Drain, Leaking Faucet, Middletown, Ohio, Outdoor, Sewage, Sewer Line, Sink, Sprinkler, Toilet, Water Heater, Water Hose

Although summer is certainly a season of enjoyment and leisure, you don’t want to forget to remain vigilant about potential plumbing issues that can arise this season. Elevated water usage, rising temperatures, and the arrival of summertime guests can increase the...

HOW DO I RELIGHT MY WATER HEATER’S PILOT LIGHT?

by Susan Denisi | Jan 1, 2023 | Middletown, Blown Out, Burner, Extinguished, Flame, Flashlight, Gone Out, How To, Lighter, Ohio, Pilot, Pilot Light, Plumbing & Drain, Relight, Water Heater

Have you encountered an issue with your water heater’s pilot light being out? That could be due to the effects of a gusty wind or even when the gas supply was turned off during maintenance. No matter what caused this small setback, Middletown Plumbing &...