Kanata: Winterizing Your Pipes & Home Prevention

If you have never entered your home and discovered that your pipe has burst while you’ve been away, I’m sure you know someone who has had this awful experience. It’s a reality everyone in the Kanata area can face in the winter months if your pipes aren’t ready to handle the cold.
My Drain is Clogged – What Should I do?

Clogged drains can become problematic quickly, and the first thought one often has is to use drain cleaner which can actually do more harm than good. Drain cleaner contains powerful chemicals which can cause damage to your pipes which can create a much bigger and more expensive issue.
Basement Flooding: What To Do?

There is never a good reason for your basement to flood, and if it occurs you need to act quickly – thankfully for all you homeowners, the good folks at John the Plumber Kanata are here to help you out, and thought we’d provide a little info on this type of plumbing emergency.
Hellooo Kanata!

Hello Kanata, John The Plumber here. Pipes and drains aren’t things that are given much thought to until an issue crops up, and we thought we would say hello and tell you a bit about ourselves so when you need plumbing services you will know who to call. We have proudly been in business for over 15 years in the area and we stand by our work
So what is a backwater valve and do I need one?

Backwater valves are often confused with a backflow preventer. Though they do essentially work in the same manner, they are two different things.
Low Flush Toilet Blockages Kanata

If you happen to be one of those unlucky people in Kanata that have a low flush and/or dual flush toilet in your home you probably think about replacing it every second week. If you have an older one, you probably consider the cost to replace it on a daily basis!
Basement Flood | What To Do Kanata

Flooding in your basement can be a scary thing and often quite a headache as well. The amount of damage that can occur can be very steep financially as well as emotionally, especially if you store a lot of things in your basement.
Commercial Plumbing Needs | Plumbing For Your Commercial Space

Did you know that Ottawa’s most trusted plumber, John the Plumber, is also first and foremost for your commercial plumbing needs as well? We service many stores, restaurants, child care facilities, coffee shops, hair and nail salons, retail clothing stores, tattoo parlours and other small commercial spaces in the Kanata area and beyond.
Basement Plumbing in Kanata

As housing prices and mortgage rates rise, homeowners in Kanata are beginning to think of ways they can keep more money in their bank accounts. Many homeowners have a lot of unused, and sometimes unfinished, large space right in their homes…in the basement. Here is an interesting solution you may want to consider – renting out the basement or having a suite in your Kanata home.
The Cost of a Good Plumber in Kanata

John the Plumber Kanata here to talk to you about something that can be a bit of a challenge in the plumbing industry: the cost of a good plumber. Plumbing is a little bit like going to the dentist – necessary but not exactly an expense many people like to pay.