Trenchless Sewer Repair versus Sewer Replacement – Which is Better? It seems that more and more people are becoming interested in Trenchless Sewer Repair, but is trenchless better than a sewer line replacement? Although there is a variety of trenchless procedures to choose from, most plumbers would agree that the most long-lasting and effective solution…
600 Reviews on Google!!! Wow! Thank you to everyone that has chosen John The Plumber to be your plumber. We’re so grateful for your business, the opportunity to help, and, obviously, we’re grateful for your reviews! Reviews Aren’t Just About Marketing To Us… We’re a first-generation company – we’ve had to learn a lot! We’ve…
New Legislation Bans Flushing Toilet Paper Down The Toilet You heard that right, folks. On April 1, 2022, it’s been announced that due to a recent surge in high-ply comfort toilet paper, public sewer systems and water treatment facilities are struggling to keep up. “The system just isn’t built to handle three, four, or even…
Tenant or Landlord – Who’s Responsible for Plumbing Repairs in Ottawa? Landlords are in property ownership because they want to make money. Unfortunately, property rentals often require costly repairs and maintenance and can lead to arguments between landlords and tenants regarding the financial obligation and responsibilities of both parties. According to The Residential Tenancies Act,…
Ottawa winters are some of the coldest out there! With temperatures often going lower than -20°C in January and February (or worse), it’s no wonder that so many Ottawa homeowners come home to frozen pipes, flooded basements, and water damage. If you’re not careful, this can happen to you, too!
What are Enzyme Drain Cleaners? Everyone knows Drano, but have you ever heard of Enzyme Drain Cleaners? Unlike harsh chemical drain cleaners, enzyme drain cleaners work in a way that is safe for your plumbing system, family and pets, and the environment. Instead of using harsh chemicals like bleach or alkalines, it contains bacteria and…
Hydro Jetting vs Drain Snaking Hydro Jetting vs Snaking: Your home drain system is cleverly designed to remove waste from your home using little more than gravity. Most of the time, it works smoothly and reliably without any effort – a marvel of our time. But every once in a while, you may encounter slow…
With a steady decline in working plumbers in Ottawa, and across the country, many young people should be asking themselves a question: should I become a plumber? Plumbing isn’t for everyone, and few children dream of growing up to be a plumber. It can be difficult, heavy, exhausting, dirty, gross, repetitive, and upsetting at times. But, all jobs have cons. So… What are the benefits of becoming a plumber?
DIY Plumbing Let’s face it. Skilled labour isn’t cheap. A lot of the time, when somebody needs a plumber, they’re not having a great day, to begin with. Whether it’s an overflowing toilet or a leak repair, nobody looks forward to receiving the invoice. It’s even worse if you’ve heard that Darrel down the street…
Is Your Kitchen Faucet The Dirtiest, Germiest Thing In The House? We usually associate faucets with cleaning and washing. Washing your hands is a great way to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria, right? But can washing your hands be doing more harm than good? Viruses like Covid-19 can survive on stainless steel surfaces…
