by Susan Denisi | Feb 15, 2024 | Basement, Clog, Discharge Pipe, Float Switch, Flooded, Frozen, Ice, Maintenance, Pump Motor, Snow, Sump Pump, Sump Pump Pit, Troubleshooting, Valve, Winter
If your sump pump has stopped working, don’t be alarmed, as it’s not exactly an uncommon issue, especially with the recent weather conditions we’ve been experiencing. Living in our area, we’re all familiar with the many weather-induced problems that...
by Susan Denisi | Jan 1, 2024 | Drain, Garbage Disposal, Leaks, Maintenance, Plumbing Practices, Plumbing System, Water Heater, Water Pressure
As we welcome the New Year, it’s an ideal time for homeowners to reflect on their habits and set goals for a more efficient plumbing system. After all, there’s nothing worse than dealing with a high water bill or a malfunctioning water heater. By following...
by Susan Denisi | Nov 15, 2023 | Frozen, Heat Tape, Ice, Maintenance, Pipe Insulation, Plumbing Vents, Prevention, Roof, Thaw, Vent Stack, Vents, Winter
These low winter temperatures can potentially pose risks to your plumbing system. Did you know that your plumbing vent stack might freeze in extremely cold weather? This can lead to harmful sewer gases accumulating in your home. Now, you might be wondering what a...
by Susan Denisi | Nov 1, 2023 | Blockage, Clog, Downspout, Fall, Gutter, Gutter Wand, Lancaster, Leaves, Maintenance, Ohio, Safety Tips
As the cool, autumnal winds persist and the ground is covered with fallen leaves, it is imperative to shift our focus towards essential seasonal home maintenance. Amidst the vibrant tapestry of fall, one often overlooked task is the proper maintenance of your gutters...
by Susan Denisi | Oct 15, 2023 | Basement Flooding, Checklist, Debris, Discharge Pipe, Drain Hose, Fall, Float Mechanism, Generator, Inlet Screen, Maintenance, Particles, Seasonal Preparation, Sump Pump, Sump Pump Pit
Sump pumps stand as a year-round essential plumbing component, yet they take on a heightened significance during the fall and winter months, especially in regions marked by cold weather and snowfall like Ohio. So, preserving the functionality of your sump pump is...
by Susan Denisi | Nov 8, 2022 | Checklist, Drips, Fall, Fall Maintenance, Frozen Pipes, Garden Hose, Gutters, Lancaster, Leaks, Maintenance, OH, Outdoor Faucets, Pipe Insulation, Plumbing & Drain, Water Heater
As you welcome the fall season, it’s almost likely that your list of things to do is continually growing. Now whether that be a list for fun fall festivities you want to complete with your family, or perhaps it is a number of thin things you’ve just been meaning to...
