How Often Should I Have My Sump Pump Serviced?
Most homeowners never think about their sump pump until it fails. That’s understandable — it lives in a pit in […]
What Is a Sump Pump Battery Backup — and Do I Need One?
If you already have a sump pump, you might feel pretty good about your basement protection. And you should —
Is My Sump Pump Working? Here’s How to Tell
By Restoration Plumbing | Serving Moraine, Dayton, and the Miami Valley It’s easy to forget your sump pump exists —
Do I Actually Have Hard Water? If You Live in Dayton, the Answer Is Almost Certainly Yes
You’ve noticed the white crust around your faucets. Your glassware comes out of the dishwasher looking filmy no matter how
Should You Repair or Replace Your Water Heater? Here’s How to Know
Your water heater is acting up. Maybe it’s making noise. Maybe the hot water isn’t lasting as long as it
That Rumbling Sound Is Your Water Heater Begging for Help
You heard it last night — a low rumble, a pop, maybe a sound like someone rolling gravel around inside
Do You Know How Old Your Water Heater Is? Most Homeowners Don’t — and That’s a Problem
Here’s a question most homeowners can’t answer: how old is your water heater? Not approximately. Not “we bought the house
Hard Water Is Quietly Destroying Your Home. Here’s the Damage You Can’t See Yet
The white crust around your faucet is annoying. The spotted glassware is frustrating. The dry skin after a shower is
You’ve Decided to Get a Water Softener. Here’s Exactly What to Expect
Most homeowners who decide to install a water softener have done their research on the why. They understand hard water
You Might Have a Water Leak Right Now and Not Know It
Most water leaks do not announce themselves with a puddle on the floor. They hide inside walls, under slabs, and behind cabinets — dripping quietly for weeks or months while they damage your structure, feed mold growth, and drive up your water bill. By the time many property owners discover a hidden leak, the repair bill has grown well beyond what the plumbing fix alone would have cost. Here is how to spot the signs early.
Why Summer Is the Worst Time to Ignore a Slow Drain
A drain that takes a few extra seconds to clear does not feel like an emergency. That is exactly why
5 Warning Signs Your Sump Pump Will Fail Before the Next Big Storm
Summer in Ohio means one thing: storms. And when the rain comes hard and fast, your sump pump is the only thing standing between your basement and thousands of dollars in water damage. The problem is, most sump pumps sit untouched for months at a time — and by the time you realize something is wrong, it is already too late.
The good news is that sump pumps almost always give you warning signs before they fail. Here is what to watch for — and what to do if you spot any of them.