Plumbing Myths Busted

by Susan Denisi | Apr 1, 2024 | Plumbing Myths, Clogs, Drain Cleaner, Flushable, Grease, Maintenance, Middletown, Ohio, Plumbing Care, Plumbing System, Plumbing Tips

Happy April Fool’s Day! While the exact origins of this day remain uncertain, it’s a time when many engage in lighthearted laughs and humor. No judgment if you love partaking in this day! We are all for the laughs. Just be sure to stay alert while enjoying your...

When Is the Best Time to Get Your Water Heater Flushed?

by Susan Denisi | Mar 15, 2024 | Spring, Annual, Buildup, Flush, Middletown, Minerals, Ohio, Plumbing, Plumbing System, Sediment, Tank, Water Heater

At Middletown Plumbing & Drain, we recognize the importance of maintaining your water heater. Of course, doing so ensures longevity and optimal performance of your heater. However, a crucial maintenance task that is often overlooked by many is flushing the water...

HOW DO I MAINTAIN MY GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS?

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...

UNVEILING THE MYSTERY: HOW OLD IS MY WATER HEATER?

by Susan Denisi | Aug 5, 2023 | Age, Electric, Gas, Lifespan, Manufacture Number, Middletown, Ohio, Plumbing & Drain, Product Label, Serial Number, Water Heater

Your trusty water heater works diligently in the background of your daily routine, providing you with comforting warm showers, clean dishes, and fresh laundry. Yet, similar to any other household appliance, water heaters possess a finite lifespan, which...

COMMON SUMMER PLUMBING PROBLEMS

by Susan Denisi | Jun 9, 2023 | Summer, Backup, Clog, Drain, Leaking Faucet, Middletown, Ohio, Outdoor, Sewage, Sewer Line, Sink, Sprinkler, Toilet, Water Heater, Water Hose

Although summer is certainly a season of enjoyment and leisure, you don’t want to forget to remain vigilant about potential plumbing issues that can arise this season. Elevated water usage, rising temperatures, and the arrival of summertime guests can increase the...

5 STEPS TO TACKLING A CLOGGED TOILET

by Susan Denisi | May 5, 2023 | Middletown, Clog, Drain, Float Cup, Ohio, Overflow, Plunger, Rubber Flapper, Tank, Tips and Tricks, Toilet Bowl, Water Damage, Water Source, Water Supply, Water Valve

Have you ever experienced a situation where after using the bathroom, you flush, and the water level in the toilet bowl keeps rising, seemingly out of control? This is never a fun situation to be in! So, what can you do to minimize the aftermath? Well, to be honest,...