At Westerville Plumbing & Drain, we understand the importance of keeping your water heater in tip-top shape for its longevity and efficiency. However, one key maintenance step that homeowners often miss is flushing the water heater tank. So, when should you do...
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We keep this section of our website full of useful plumbing information for home and business owners. If you have any questions for us at Westerville Plumbing & Drain, give us a call at (614) 540-3437.
4 Proven Steps You Don’t Want to Miss to Ensure Your Plumbing System Is Spring Ready
With spring here, it's time to think about the fresh start of the season. For many homeowners, spring is the perfect time for cleaning and organizing. But as your local plumbing experts, we are here to remind you not to overlook your plumbing system throughout your...
8 Helpful Troubleshooting Steps If Your Sump Pump Isn’t Working
Is your sump pump not working? Given the recent weather, this is quite common for those of us in this area. We all know that Ohio weather can cause its fair share of home-related issues. With the snow melt and rain during the winter season, sump pump problems are at...
LOVE YOUR DRAINS: A QUICK GUIDE TO BOOSTING HOME HARMONY
In the intricate framework of drain maintenance, few components play a more vital role than the drains in your plumbing system. Often overlooked, these silent heroes are responsible for whisking away wastewater and maintaining the cleanliness of your living spaces....
10 EYE-OPENING TIPS YOU DIDN’T KNOW TO KEEP BATHROOM GERMS AT BAY
Because bathrooms are heavily utilized, they can become breeding grounds for bacteria and germs due to their inherent purpose and moist conditions. Recognizing this, Westerville Plumbing & Drain is dedicated to helping you enhance your bathroom hygiene in ways you...
8 NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS TO KEEP YOUR PLUMBING SYSTEM IN TIP-TOP SHAPE
As we head into the New Year, it’s a common practice for many to put together their New Year's resolutions to help improve various aspects of their lives. Today, we are taking this opportunity as your local plumbing company; we want to encourage you to do the same for...
DOWN THE DRAIN: HOW TO GET YOUR RING OUT OF THE SINK DRAIN
Have you experienced the sinking feeling of watching a cherished ring or other item slip down the sink drain? It’s a gut-wrenching scenario many can relate to. Usually, at that moment, time seems to stop at a standstill. What do you? More importantly, what CAN you do?...
WHAT IS THE BEST TEMPERATURE TO SET YOUR WATER HEATER AT?
Do you know what temperature your water heater’s thermostat is set at? Have you ever wondered if there’s an ideal temperature setting that should be used? If so, the truth of the matter is that there is no specific temperature that will work for everyone, everywhere....
HOW DO I KEEP MY PLUMBING VENT STACK FROM FREEZING?
Your home has multiple exhaust or vent systems. For example, your furnace, fireplace chimney, dryer vent, and kitchen fan all have their own vents. However, one exhaust system that is often overlooked is the plumbing vent and vent stack. This is where Westerville...
HOW DO I MAINTAIN MY GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS?
One task that is often forgotten during the business of fall is the upkeep of gutters and downspouts. While all the colorful fall foliage adds charm to the season, it can also accumulate rapidly in gutters, potentially leading to plumbing issues if overlooked. Clogged...