UNVEILING THE MYSTERY: HOW OLD IS MY WATER HEATER?

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

Your dependable water heater operates inconspicuously, delivering warm showers, sanitized dishes, and fresh laundry, amongst many other things. However, like any household appliance, water heaters have a lifespan, typically ranging from eight to twelve years. Thus, we...

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

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

Have you ever taken a shower only to find your body doused with icy water instead of the warm relaxing water you were anticipating? We have all had that experience at least once. The great majority of this issue comes from pilot lights on water heaters being blown...

WHY COMPLETE A FALL PLUMBING MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST?

by Susan Denisi | Nov 8, 2022 | Ohio, Checklist, Drips, Fall, Fall Maintenance, Frozen Pipes, Garden Hose, Gutters, Leaks, Outdoor Faucets, Pipe Insulation, Plumbing & Drain, Water Heater

As the weather gets colder, now is the time to start preparing your plumbing for winter. By taking some preventative measures now, you can avoid any future headaches and hassles down the road. Here are some tips from our professional Upper Arlington Plumbing...

Is It Time To Throw Your Old Water Heater Out?

by Becca Agunga | Sep 30, 2022 | Ohio, Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Plumbing & Drain, Residential Plumbing, Rust, Tankless Water Heater, Temperature, UA, Upper Arlington, Water Discoloration, Water Heater, Water Leakage

Your water heater provides you with access to hot water whenever you need it. But what would happen if you didn’t have a water heater? You’d have to manually preheat your water on the stove whenever you needed to wash dishes or clothes. However, when your water heater...

How Does Water Filtration Work?

by Becca Agunga | Sep 9, 2022 | Columbus, Filters, Hard Water, Ohio, Plumbing & Drain, UA, Upper Arlington, Water Filtration, Water Purification, Water Softener

You finally buy your new home, and one of the first things you may think about is “what kind of filtration you need for your home.” Of course, you want quality and great-tasting water, but you don’t know where to begin. Or perhaps you have more questions...

How Do I Tell If There Are Roots In My Pipes?

by Becca Agunga | Aug 30, 2022 | Tree Roots, Columbus, How To, Maintenance, Ohio, Pipes, Plumbing, Plumbing & Drain, Plumbing Services, UA, Upper Arlington

Roots in your pipes can cause a variety of problems, including slow and clogged drains. These roots are difficult to detect and even more difficult to remove. If you suspect that your pipes have become blocked by roots, Upper Arlington Plumbing & Drain can clean...