by Susan Denisi | Dec 15, 2023 | Sink, Drain, Drain Stopper, Drainpipe, Faucet, Grabber Claw, Magnetic Telescoping Wand, P-trap, Pivot Rod Arm, Water
Ever dropped something precious down the sink drain? It’s a gut-wrenching experience, right? Perhaps that’s the reason you stumbled across this particular blog today! Well, you’re in luck! We get how important it is to retrieve that ring or trinket, so... 
by Susan Denisi | Dec 1, 2023 | Safety, Cincinnati, Electric, Energy Savings, Energy-efficiency, Gas, Ohio, Tank, Tankless, Temperature, Water Heater
When it comes to setting the temperature on your water heater, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Everyone has their own preferences. The best temperature for your water heater depends on a few factors like safety, energy efficiency, and, of course, personal... 
by Susan Denisi | Nov 15, 2023 | Plumbing Vents, Frozen, Heat Tape, Ice, Maintenance, Pipe Insulation, Prevention, Roof, Thaw, Vent Stack, Vents, Winter
Have you ever considered the various exhaust or vent systems in your house? You’re probably familiar with the furnace, chimney, dryer vent, and kitchen fan. But have you ever thought about the plumbing vents and vent stack? It’s an important component of... 
by Susan Denisi | Nov 1, 2023 | Gutter, Blockage, Cincinnati, Clog, Downspout, Fall, Five Star, Gutter Wand, Leaves, Maintenance, Ohio, Safety Tips
As autumn continues with its brisk winds and falling leaves, it’s important to focus on seasonal appropriate home maintenance. You can prepare for winter by paying attention to fall gutter and downspout maintenance. Leaves can quickly accumulate in your gutters,... 
by Susan Denisi | Oct 15, 2023 | Fall, Basement Flooding, Checklist, Debris, Discharge Pipe, Drain Hose, Float Mechanism, Generator, Inlet, Maintenance, Particles, Seasonal Preparation, Sump Pump, Sump Pump Pit
Sump pumps serve as a year-round safeguard for homeowners, but they take on added significance during the autumn and winter seasons, especially in regions prone to cold weather and snowfall. This means for us Ohioans, sump pump maintenance is prudent! To ensure your...