Smart Winter Checklist for Ottawa

Smart Winter Checklist

Here at John THE plumber Ottawa, you’re in good hands; there are many things that you can do to prevent problems from arising and we’re here to share some of the preventative measure you can take without having to call in anyone.

Unclogging Your Sink: You Can Do It!

unclogging your sink

Blocked sink drains are annoying and can bring on some anxiety as we anticipate the water overflowing onto our floor. Stay calm; there are several processes you can try to unclog your sink on your own, and John The Plumber is here to advise you on exactly what to do.

Oshawa Homeowners Want to Know What is the Lifespan of a Hot Water Tank

Hot Water Tank Oshawa

So what is the lifespan of a residential hot water tank? Well this depends on many things. The first one are the properties at the hot water tank itself; is electric or gas? Tankless or tank? What is the size? How many people live in the house and what kind of use does it get (this is a big one!)

Mixing Valve

Mixing Valve Mississauga

Any new home built in the Mississauga area will have a thermostatic mixing valve above the water heater, regardless if your hot water tank is gas or electric. Mixing valves became code years ago for 2 main reasons; to prevent scalding and to prevent disease.