by Susan Denisi | Nov 15, 2023 | Plumbing Vents, Frozen, Heat Tape, Ice, Maintenance, Pipe Insulation, Prevention, Thaw, Vent Stack, Vents, Winter
Your home is equipped with several exhaust systems. For example, these include those for the furnace, fireplace chimney, dryer vent, and kitchen fan. However, one exhaust that often goes unnoticed is the plumbing vent stack. This is where Middletown Plumbing &... 
by Susan Denisi | Nov 1, 2023 | Gutter, Blockage, Clog, Downspout, Fall, Gutter Wand, Leaves, Maintenance, Middletown, Ohio, Safety Tips
As the brisk winds of autumn continue to sweep in and nature adorns the ground with a colorful tapestry of fallen leaves, it’s time to focus on essential seasonal home maintenance. Amid the picturesque spectacle of fall, one critical yet often underestimated... 
by Susan Denisi | Oct 15, 2023 | Fall, Basement Flooding, Checklist, Debris, Discharge Pipe, Drain Hose, Float Mechanism, Generator, Inlet Screen, Maintenance, Particles, Seasonal Preparation, Sump Pump, Sump Pump Pit
Sump pumps are vital throughout the year, but their importance is amplified during the fall and winter seasons, especially in regions characterized by cold weather and snowfall. This means that for us residents of Ohio, proper maintenance of our sump pumps is an... 
by Susan Denisi | Oct 10, 2023 | Fire Prevention, Electric Water Heater, Flammable Materials, Gas Water Heater, Plumbing Inspection, Plumbing Safety, Safety Tips, Shut-off Valve, Water Heater
October is recognized as Fire Prevention Month, a tradition stemming from the establishment of National Fire Prevention Week in 1922, which was instituted to honor the memory of the devastating Great Chicago Fire of 1871. This observance has since evolved into a... 
by Susan Denisi | Sep 15, 2023 | Electric, Damage, Heating Element, Overheating, Sediment Buildup, Temperature, Thermostat, Water Heater
An electric water heater is a staple of modern living for many. It provides the convenience of hot water at our fingertips. However, electric heaters tend to encounter issues such as overheating. When this happens, it leads to uncomfortably hot water but can also...
