Common Contaminants in Tap Water

Common Contaminants in Tap Water

When we turn on our taps, we expect water that is safe, clean, and refreshing. But what many of us don’t realize is that tap water, even in modern cities like Ottawa, can contain a variety of hidden contaminants. Let’s dive into some of the most common ones and understand what’s really flowing through our faucets.

Everything Homeowners Need To Know About Lead Pipes: The Hidden Risks Of Older Homes

Everything Homeowners Need To Know About Lead Pipes

Welcome to our comprehensive guide that uncovers the secrets and risks hidden within the plumbing systems of older homes. As a trusted plumbing company, we understand the paramount importance of protecting your family’s health and well-being. In this blog post, we delve deep into the world of lead pipes, shedding light on their hidden dangers […]

The Costly Consequences of Flushing ‘Flushable’ Wipes

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Flushable wipes have surged in popularity in recent years, with many consumers believing they are a convenient and effective way to stay clean. However, what many people don’t realize is that these so-called “flushable” wipes can wreak havoc on your plumbing system, causing blockages, backups, and costly repairs.

You Helped Us Win The Top Choice Award For Best Plumber in Ottawa!

Top Choice Award For Best Plumber in Ottawa

You Helped Us Win The Top Choice Award For Best Plumber in Ottawa! This is incredible! What a feeling! We are so proud to announce that John The Plumber has been crowned the Top Choice Award Winner for Top Choice Plumber in the 2023 Top Choice Award Survey and it’s all thanks to you! Yahoo! […]

Futuristic Smart Plumbing Technology To Protect Your Home and Prevent Waste

Smart Home Plumbing

Futuristic Smart Home Plumbing Technology To Protect Your Home and Prevent Waste Learn What The Future Has In Store For Plumbing Protection and Waste Prevention First, there were buckets. Next, there were wells. Before long, there were clay pipes, lead pipes, and hollowed-out trees. Thousands of years later, in 1592, the first flushing toilet was […]

Friendly Reminder To Winterize Your Outdoor Faucet!

Winterize Your Outdoor Faucet

Friendly Reminder To Winterize Your Outdoor Faucet! Hey gang, Tis the season of cold weather and frozen pipes! If you want to avoid an expensive mess, you’d best winterize your plumbing! Outdoor Faucets If you have an outdoor faucet, it’s important to winterize them! Otherwise, they may freeze, break, or even burst your pipes! If […]

Hydro Jetting vs Snaking

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Nothing disrupts your household or business like a clogged drain. Sometimes a plunger just isn’t going to get the job done; your blockage is strong enough that you require something more forceful to eliminate your issue. Today we are blogging on the options currently available in this type of situation that you can choose.

Orleans: What Is A Mixing Valve?

what is a mixing valve

Do you know the mechanics within your plumbing system that ensures you don’t scald yourself every time you turn on the hot water faucet? What we are speaking of it a device called a “mixing valve”, and it’s exactly what it sounds like: a plumbing device that controls the mix of cold and hot water to provide comfortable temperatures.

Get Your Plumbing Ready For Spring Orleans!

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Although we are all very happy to feel the weather turn warmer, the spring thaw can call on a host of plumbing issues; we are pleased to share any knowledge we have and feel some tips we have provided below will help you get ahead of any upcoming troubles where your plumbing is concerned.

Pipe Freezing Prevention in Orleans: What to Do?

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If you live in an area such as Orleans ON, you know we get some extreme temperatures in the winter. With these temperatures all residents run the risk of pipes freezing in their homes. As the water in your pipes freeze, it can expand by up to 10%; this expansion can cause your pipes to split or possibly even burst.