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Don’t Hire ‘Dan in the Van’
You’ve just had the main water service line leading from the street to your home repaired. You are relieved because you’ve avoided what could’ve been a disastrous situation. Except two weeks later, you notice a crater in your yard and a bubbling pool.…
How Much Is It?
Your Monday couldn’t start any worse. Not two minutes into your shower and the water ran cold. You heard your wife shriek not long into her own shower. Not a sound you want to hear on any morning, let alone on a Monday.…
Don’t Wait…Until It’s Too Late!
Kevin McCallister was terrified of the ominous furnace in his scary basement in the first “Home Alone” movie. Kevin’s imagination stirred that unit to come to life and taunt the 8-year-old. Kevin eventually conquered his fear of the basement, and more importantly of…
Solid as a Frozen Pipe
Wait, you mean in 2024, we still face the threat of frozen pipes? How can that be? That’s so….2010. Unfortunately, people deal with frozen pipes more often than we’d like to imagine. It’s an expensive problem to deal with, and at the same…
Baby, It’s Cold Outside…
Okay. Raise your hand if you’ve been out to the garage or up in the attic trying to find your space heater. We saw that the Farmer’s Almanac is predicting a chilly winter. It’s never a bad idea to have a backup plan…
Are You Plugged Up or Is Your Flow Just a Little Slow?
The answer to that question can be the difference between drain cleaning versus drain clearing. They’re not the same, even though some people use the words interchangeably. Understanding the difference between the two will help you maintain your plumbing system. For one of…
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Flushable Wipes…Or Are They?
You know you want to use them…but should you? You think they might be the best solution to your dilemma, but what if they create another problem? You know that the double beef and bean burrito with the jalapeno and onion sauce you…
How Do You Catch Your Running Toilet?
We certainly want you to call Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians when you have a plumbing problem. We always come through for you when you need us to BUT, we also know that there’s a side of Tim the Toolman in many…
Seasonal Checklist: Hose Bibs
Hose bibs are outdoor faucets on the exterior of the home that carry water from your indoor systems outside. Commonly found on the side of your home, a hose bib allows you to attach a garden hose to direct water where you need…
Do’s and Dont’s for Your Garbage Disposal
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 18 Dec. 2013 Garbage disposals are an excellent tool to have in your kitchen – they make clean up easier and convenient. Unfortunately, the garbage disposal is a finicky appliance that can easily become clogged and broken, leading…
What You Need to Know About Chemical Drain Cleaners
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 9 Oct. 2018 There are many household projects that it’s a great idea to DIY, but when it comes to plumbing, it’s usually best to contact a professional. One of these projects is drain cleaning. While it may…
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Signs Your Sewer System Needs to Be Repaired
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 13 Jul. 2018 Your sewer system is responsible for removing contaminated water from your home. Over time, the pipes may become corroded or cracked, obstructed by tree roots, clogged, offset or even collapsed. If ignored, a leak or…
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Common Garbage Disposal Problems & How to Avoid Them
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 13 Jun. 2018 Your garbage disposal grinds up food particles to keep your kitchen drain free of blockages. However, your garbage disposal may become jammed, broken, or clogged. When this happens, it will fail to break up food…
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Tips to Clean Your Bathtub Drain
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 14 May. 2018 Clogged bathtub drains are inconvenient, and can be caused by a variety of factors. Soap scum, hair, and other debris can build up over time, leading to clogged pipes, leaks, and other serious problems. In…
Benefits of Water Filtration Systems
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 11 Apr. 2018 Water filtration systems are necessary to provide clean, fresh water in your home. Without a filtration system in place, your water will be filled with a variety of minerals, sediment, and other contaminants that put…
5 Common Causes of Leaking Plumbing Lines
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 19 Mar. 2018 If you notice that your water bill has gone up without reason, or that there are wet spots around your sinks and drains, it could be that your plumbing system has sprung a leak. Leaking…
Hydro Jetting – How Does It Work & What Benefits Does It Provide?
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 12 Feb. 2018 Clogged drains are often fixed by running a metal snake through the pipe. This loosens the backed-up material, allowing water to flow through. However, in some cases, the sewer lines may become severely blocked, and…
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5 Things to Never Put Down the Kitchen Sink
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 15 Jan. 2018 Many people treat kitchen sinks like trash cans. While cooking, you may throw just about anything into it, turn the garbage disposal on, and hope it all washes away through the pipes. However, this is…
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Why You Should Show Your Plumbing Some Love This Year
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 5 Jan. 2018 You depend on the plumbing in your home constantly. Without it, there would be no source of clean water, no sanitary way to dispose of waste, and no easy way to draw water for showers…
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Time for Your Next Drain Cleaning | Columbus Plumbers
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 29 Dec. 2017 One of the most tedious things to keep an eye on is the health of your drains. Usually, people only notice they need their pipes cleaned when it starts to create an issue. Because individuals…
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House Needs Re-piping | Columbus Plumbers
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 22 Dec. 2017 When people buy a new house, sometimes they don’t have the luxury of waiting for a home with completely updated plumbing systems. They just feel lucky enough to have landed an older home at all.…
Signs You May Need a New Garbage Disposal | Columbus Plumbers
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 15 Dec. 2017 Most people often overlook the importance of their kitchens’ garbage disposal units until those units break down. Individuals are also often unaware of how to repair the damage without assistance. It can be dangerous to…
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3 Best Water-Saving Upgrades | Columbus Plumbers
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 8 Dec. 2017 Most people look for ways to save money at home and work. Likewise, more eco-minded people are also looking for ways to save resources and help the environment. If you’re interested in saving money and…
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How Often Should Your Sewer Lines Be Cleaned?
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 27 Nov. 2017 The sewer lines in your home are just as important to your plumbing as your water input lines, and yet they receive very little attention often until it’s too late. A blocked sewer line can…
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How Do I Unclog My Kitchen Sink?
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 20 Nov. 2017 Drains of all types are prone to clogging, but perhaps none more so than the one in your kitchen sink. Kitchen sink drains are heavily used for food disposal, which means everything from starches which…
Drain Cleaning Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Before (Part 2)
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 9 Nov. 2017 Clogged drains are a nuisance for homeowners, but because they’re so common, homeowners will try many different solutions before reaching out to a professional. Unfortunately, a lot of these solutions are potentially damaging to their…
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Drain Cleaning Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Before (Part 1)
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 2 Nov. 2017 Clogged drains are as normal a part of home ownership as weeds in the garden or dirty rain gutters on your roof—they’ll all happen eventually. Because a clogged drain is so common, most people try…
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What Is an Escutcheon?
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 13 Jul. 2017 An escutcheon is a type of plumbing supply typically made of metal that hides the unsightly hole in the wall that pipes usually come through. People can also refer to them as flanges or cover…
The Benefits of Using Plastic Pipes
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 13 Jun. 2017 If you live in an older home and are due for re-piping soon, you’ll have to make a decision regarding what kind of pipe you want to install. Over the last couple decades or so,…
How to Find a Garbage Disposal Leak
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 6 Jun. 2017 Even though you take care of your garbage disposal, things eventually wear out over time and a leak may develop one day. Despite your best efforts, these leaks can develop with little to no warning…
Drain Cleaning Solutions to Plumbing Blockages
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 28 Apr. 2017 Do you find that your drains regularly back up and clog or run slowly? Have you needed to constantly snake your drains because of another plumbing issue? Your drain lines may be clogged and you…
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Hire a Plumber in an Emergency | Columbus Plumbers
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 30 Mar. 2017 Whether you own a home, rent an apartment, or own a business, plumbing problems are unavoidable. A small leak that went unnoticed a week ago can turn into a deluge that can soak your carpets…
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Three Natural Hazards to Plumbing Systems
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 24 Mar. 2017 Modern technology has advanced both home and commercial plumbing considerably, including protecting the environment better than ever before. However, the environment can also interfere with your plumbing system. As nature takes its course, it’s not…
Gas Lines & Safety: What You Need to Know
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 14 Feb. 2017 At The Eco Plumbers, we provide safe and qualified gas service to residents across Columbus and the surrounding areas of Ohio. Because natural gas lines can pose many dangers, it is critical that all homeowners…
4 Ways to Unclog Your Toilet
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 22 Jan. 2017 Toilet clogs are just an inevitable and messy part of life. Even the best of us will have to deal with them at one point or another. However, if you have never handled a clogged…
How to Keep Your Dishwasher in Prime Condition
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 20 Jan. 2017 Dishwashers are an instrumental and efficient asset to our lives. Not only do they save us time by washing and cleaning all of our plates, bowls, utensils, and more, they also help save us money…
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Preventing & Thawing Frozen Water Lines
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 5 Jan. 2017 One or more frozen pipes is an unfortunate possibility in areas that get very cold during the winter months. Since water expands when it freezes, metal or plastic pipes may burst when the water inside…
7 Common Contaminants Found in Household Water Supplies
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 20 Dec. 2016 Most people do not know, but the water that comes out of your faucets actually travels miles before reaching you. Along the way, water can be infected by various types of contaminants, which can alter…
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6 Steps to Prepare Your Home for Winter
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 7 Dec. 2016 With winter comes the cold weather and frosty nights! While the season may be perfect for the way it enhances the holiday vibes, it can also cause various problems in the home, some of which…
Garbage Disposals: 3 Do’s and 3 Don’ts
Posted By The Eco Plumbers 16 Nov. 2016 While many homeowners often take for granted the functionality of a garbage disposal when compared to other appliances in the home, garbage disposals actually serve a very important purpose in the kitchen. As most already…