Outside Faucets.

Before the first hard freeze in the Columbus area DO NOT forget those hoses that you had connected during warmer weather. It is an important time to prepare your outside plumbing from the cold weather ahead. Staats Plumbing is here to help you with any outdoor…or indoor plumbing problem you may have in the months to come.

Here are three things to absolutely remember to do here in October –

1. Detach all of your garden hoses.

2. Close any inside shut-off valve(s).

3. Drain the faucet fixture thoroughly so it will not freeze.

Columbus, Ohio is fortunate to have a plumber like Brent, the owner of Staats Plumbing. Saving your outdoor faucets from potential disaster is one of the many things that Staats Plumbing of Columbus can help with this winter. When you need Staats Plumbing just call Brent at this number (740) 625-5284. Visit their home on the web at staatsplumbing.com.

Unhook your Garden Hoses before Winter.

I know it seems early to be concerned with such things, but sooner than you think there will be an overnight freeze in the Columbus area. When that occurs, an attached garden hose could become a real threat. That is something we as home and business owners in Columbus, Ohio can easily avoid!

Here is what may happen. Because there are the remains of water in your entwined hoses, during the colder temperatures, this water can freeze, causing the water that lingers in the pipes to crack. If you have a "frost-free" spigot, you may not even know there is a problem until you turn the hose back on in the spring.

Your friends at Staats Plumbing want to help you avoid unnecessary plumbing emergencies as the seasons are about to change. Brent and his crew will be there when you need them. Just call Staats Plumbing, serving Columbus, at (740) 625-5284. For the full story of plumbing emergencies as well as routine maintenance just google staatsplumbing.com.

Why Hire Staats Plumbing?

It is a fair question. Why should you choose Staats Plumbing for emergency or maintenance plumbing services? Well, Brent, our owner’s, story begins almost a quarter of a century ago when he entered the plumbing industry and set his focus on becoming a licensed plumber, and, perhaps more importantly a Certified Backflow Tester.

As the years progressed, Brent took over “The Z Man” franchise in the Columbus area in 2013 and serviced their existing customers. Two years later, like any enterprising entrepreneur, he founded Staats Plumbing to serve the plumbing needs of residents and businesses in the Columbus, Ohio area.

Today, hundreds of area residents count on Brent and his team for everything from backflow certification to that pesky leaking faucet in your home and many points in between. Why not check out all of the services that Staats Plumbing provides in Columbus by visiting staatsplumbing.com. Then call  (740) 625-5284.

Kitchens…The Center of activity.

A kitchen is a very busy place in the average Columbus area household.  Hooking up a kitchen requires a pro.  It takes planning as well as plumbing expertise.  The garbage disposal, the dishwasher and the refrigerator (any and all appliances) all need to be properly positioned and then hooked up by a plumbing professional.

Take the seemingly simple task of hooking up a refrigerator –

1.  The water supply needs to be shut off.

2.  Copper tubing is then threaded through a hole that must be drilled.

3.  Attach one end of that copper tubing to the refrigerator’s water pipe.

4.  Then, hook up the water valve to the T-fitting.

Are your eyes starting to glaze over?  To properly hook up any and all appliances within a kitchen you call the kitchen appliance installation pros at Staats Plumbing serving Columbus Ohio and the surrounding area.  They know their way around a kitchen almost as well as mom!  Just call (740) 625-5284.    

Become a Big Part of a Growing Company.

Staats Plumbing of Columbus, Ohio and the surrounding area is growing.  Do you want to be a part of a successful plumbing company in Central Ohio?  Maybe the strength and security of an established plumbing firm appeals to you.  Maybe this is a step on the way to owning your own shop.  Whatever the reason, we invite you to apply.

How familiar are you with backflow?  We specialize in backflow testing.  Of course, there are the many areas of expertise that you would expect such as drain cleaning, water heater replacement and repair, toilet and sump pump repair and installation.  Plumbing is an honest and lucrative profession.

Maybe you can be a part of our successful and growing team at Staats Plumbing of Columbus, Ohio.  Give us a call soon and meet Brent and the team as soon as possible.  Let’s get to know each other.  We are Columbus Ohio’s full-service plumbing company and backflow experts.  Call today at (740) 625-5284.

Freezing Weather is not that Far Away.

Ice forms quickly in water supply pipes leading to exposed outdoor faucets when temperatures dip to 28 degrees or below (which they will in Columbus soon enough).  Water damage from frozen pipes may extend far into the home.  Pipe ruptures due to freezing faucets outside typically occur inside walls. 

Prepare for winter by –

1.  Locating all of your exterior faucets and remove attached hoses.

2.  Locate the individual shutoff valve in each supply line in your home leading to a faucet.

3.  Turn the water off, then go outside and let some water drain out.

4.  Stock faucet insulation kits can be installed in older homes.

Those are some preventative measures you can take around your property, but when pipes freeze you may need to call in a professional plumber.  In Columbus, Ohio that man is Brent Staats of Staats Plumbing.  It is just one of the many plumbing services that Brent and his crew perform every day.  Call Staats Plumbing at (740) 625-5284.

Some Find Their Plumbing Problem Hard to Explain.

Because most of us are not schooled in the correct terminology as it pertains to a plumbing problem we have trouble explaining it to a licensed plumber.  At Staats Plumbing we get it.  It is sort of like trying to explain what is wrong with your car over the phone to an auto mechanic.  It can really get confusing!

That is why, here at Staats Plumbing we offer a convenient and easy to fill-out way of explaining your problem BEFORE you even speak with us.  Here is the way that you do it.  Go to www.staatsplumbing.com and click on the request services tab.  Here, you will find an easy and convenient way of explaining your plumbing problem so that we can respond.

We have a commitment to the Columbus and Central Ohio area to troubleshoot, repair, and, if necessary, replace broken plumbing in your home or office.  Explaining the problem may be the most difficult part, so go to the request services tab and tell us what is wrong.  I am Brent, the head of Staats Plumbing.  You can always call me at (740) 625-5284.

You are Only as Good as the Tools you Use.

In most trades that is the benchmark of great service other than the people themselves that stand behind the work.  If you wish, take a few minutes do some research on these companies…American Standard, Delta Faucets, InSinkerator, Moen, Oakley, Ruud water heaters, and Zoeller sump pumps.

I think that you will be impressed by their various reputations.  These manufacturers of a plumber’s various products are impressive and internationally respected.  Best of all, they are guaranteed through years of product testing and customer satisfaction.  You can’t ask for much more than that!

Add a quality team to install them and you have the answer to all of your plumbing needs in the Columbus Ohio area.  I am Brent Staats, the owner of Staats Plumbing.  For more than 20 years we have served Central Ohio with pride, hard work, and quality products.  I hope that you will think of us for any and all plumbing problems.  Please call me at (740) 625-5284.

Wasted Water.

The conservationists would have a cow.  Don’t waste a precious resource.  Have you ever thought about how much water is wasted when your toilet is running?  The average leaky toilet can waste about 200 gallons of water per day. That's over 6,000 gallons a month all from just one leaking toilet!

And, what is the most common cause of a higher water bill?  It’s a leaky toilet or toilets in your home, of course.  It is a problem that must be immediately addressed, or your water bill could actually double.  Sometimes a leaky toilet is easy to fix.  You can just lift up the float arm and bend or adjust it to stop the running.

On many other occasions a toilet repair professional is the best answer.  The last thing in the world you want to do is aggravate the problem!  A plumber like Brent Staats of Staats Plumbing is always a good call.  He is a Columbus, Ohio plumbing pro who will come to your rescue as quickly as possible.  Give him a call at (740) 625-5284.

Broken Sump Pump = Flooding.

This is NOT an equation you want to face…ever!  If you are a homeowner in the Columbus area you may know a lot about sump pumps.  For years, sump pumps have been pretty common fixtures in Central Ohio homes.  The US Federal Clean Water Act assured that in 1987 when they required certain homes to have a sump pump.

So, what are some of the things that cause a sump pump failure?

1.  A very simple electrical power failure, which, of course can happen during a storm.

2.  You have an incorrectly installed pump.

3.  The size is wrong for your particular needs.

4.  Often, it is merely a problem with the switch.

5.  Improper maintenance…many of us are guilty of that.

Brent Staats to the rescue!  He is the owner of Staats Plumbing and has been serving the plumbing needs of the Columbus Ohio area for many years.  Brent and his team are sump pump troubleshooting, repair, and replacement experts.  Before a failing sump pump disrupts your life call Brent at (740) 625-5284.

What is Backflow Testing?

You don’t get a warning notice taped to your front door.  If the pressure in your home’s water system isn't maintained, the risk for water flowing backward into the water system and becoming contaminated is greatly increased.  Backflow testing monitors the health and safety mechanisms that are designed specifically to protect the purity of the water.

What is the function of a backflow prevention device?  Well, it keeps dirty water from pools, storm drains and other external water sources from flowing backward into clean, uncontaminated water or into your home.  With summer on its way to the Columbus area, wouldn’t it be prudent to have it checked for efficiency?

Most cities and counties in the United States recommend and even require yearly testing by a certified backflow testing expert.  Would you like to know one of the best backflow testing plumbers in the entire Columbus area?  He is Brent Staats and his team from Staats Plumbing.  It takes one call to have your system checked (740) 625-5284.

It’s Hot and Dry out Here.

Sure, you can escape the heat this summer, but your lawn can’t.  That means your sprinkler system had better be ready to face the challenges of a hot, humid Columbus area summer of ’18.  When was your sprinkler system last checked or replaced?  Well, the components may have a shelf-life of a dozen years or more, but quality always plays a roll.

Here are some of the warning signs that your sprinkler system is on its last leg –

1.  The sprinkler heads are worn out.

2.  They have become clogged with debris.

3.  Check the valves on the backflow device.

4.  Pipes have been crushed by roots.

It’s going to be a hot time in the old town this summer!  Your sprinkler system needs to be in top condition.  This is a great time to call Columbus area plumber and troubleshooter Brent Staats.  Brent and his crew at Staats Plumbing are noted area backflow experts.  Keep this phone number handy (740) 625-5284.

Who You Use Reflects on Who you Are.

By this, we mean that whom you associate with will tend to indicate what kind of person (or company) you are.  If the companies that you use to do your job are high-quality well-known ones, then you exude more confidence when doing YOUR job!  That just makes a ton of sense…doesn’t it?

Try these names on for size.  American Standard, Moen, Delta, Ruud, Oatey, Zoller, etc.  Go ahead, research the national reputation of these American giants.  You will soon discover that doing business locally with someone who uses their products is a really great idea.

Check out www.staatsplumbing.com for a complete list of companies with whom we affiliate here in the Columbus Ohio area.  The next time you need backflow, water heater, garbage disposal, installation of gas lines, etc. you may call us with confidence that comes with years of serving your plumbing needs.  We are Staats Plumbing at (740) 625-5284. 

InSinkErator.

That’s funky spelling, but it’s a definite improvement in your kitchen.  Did you know that there  are more American-built InSinkErator garbage disposals in homes around the world than all other brands combined?  Pretty impressive…huh?  That is a little like saying “hand me a Kleenex” when asking for a tissue!

InSinkErator instant hot water dispensers speed up preparation of meals & drinks like coffee & tea.  They make cleaning a piece of cake and are useful for dozens of other tasks. Not only that, the stylish, faucets complement your existing kitchen faucet, adding to the beauty of your kitchen in general.

All of the Staats Plumbing service trucks carry InSinkErator disposals just in case a repair is not possible.  If replacement of your Columbus area garbage disposal is the best option, the professional team at Staats Plumbing will let you know.  Just give them a call to come to your home and check it out.  Call (740) 625-5284.

Faucets Inside and Outside.

This can be a plumbing nightmare.  As the temperatures in the Columbus area moderate the pipes thaw and leaks can cause BIG problems!  Here is a fact of nature… once it warms up and the pipes thaw out, that’s when you’ll see a small drip.  Then, it becomes drip, drip, drip in very short order.

One of the biggest culprits is outdoor hose bibs. Water lines that supply outdoor spigots should be closed and hoses emptied of water to prevent ice from making its way into inner water lines. Failure to do that can result in a leaky or a burst pipe.  It may be hindsight now, but that could be what caused your nightmare.

How do you fix it?  Well, fortunately, that answer is easy around here.  You call Staats Plumbing.  They are the Columbus area plumbing professionals at fixing faucet leaks inside and outside of your home as well as showers and sinks.  You can’t turn back the clock, but you can get the pipes up and running again by calling them at (740) 625-5284.

My Sink is NOT an Indoor Bird Feeder.

It may seem that way sometimes when every time that you look there is water in the bowl.  Some may use common sense and call a plumber since the problem may be deep rooted.  For you DIY’ers out there we want to be helpful in helping you to troubleshoot the situation before you pick up a phone.

Here are a couple of methods to try-

1.  Fill the sink with enough hot water to cover the rubber part of a plunger.

2.  Give the plunger five or so healthy pumps.

3.  Perhaps pour one cup of baking soda with a cup of white vinegar into the drain.

4.  After 5 minutes pour warm water down the drain and see what happens.

So, if you have not over-exerted yourself with that plunger or passed out from the smell of vinegar, why not do the next logical thing?  Call Columbus Ohio master plumber Brent Staats of Staats Plumbing.  See, that was probably the answer in the first place!  Brent Staats has just celebrated 20 years in the plumbing business.  Call (740) 625-5284.  

Help…My Garbage Disposal Stopped Working!

That can be some nasty business in your household.  You go from a safe, odorless, messless (is that a word?) disposal of garbage to having to put it in a sack for the bi-weekly pick-up.  So, what went wrong?  An appliance that you were taking for granted has suddenly gone south on you.

Here are some immediate DIY tips –

1.  Flip the switch to make sure that the disposal still has power.

2.  Unplug it.  The ultimate reboot before there were cell phones and computers.

3.  Look for a hexagon-shaped opening at the bottom of the unit.

4.  Get down and dirty and use an allen wrench until you feel the motor spinning.

Here is a potentially better idea.  Call the garbage disposal repair professionals at Staats Plumbing.  They have been Columbus Ohio’s choice for any and all plumbing needs for decades.  Brent and his crew are standing by ready to serve your plumbing emergencies.  Give them a call at (740) 625-5284.  

The Uniqueness of Drain Clogs.

Every drain could and probably will get clogged over time.  It is one of those “death and taxes” things.  When will it rear its ugly head in your home or business?  Drain clogging knows no season and each clog is unique.  A licensed master plumber needs to get to the “bottom” of the issue and fix it once and for all.

After you have poured all of the Liquid Plumber down the drain that you care to and it still has not fixed itself it is time to move to the next step.  By the time some people finally call a professional, they have already spent a ton of money on drain clearing liquids.  Stop pouring money down the drain!

Isn’t it time to call Brent and his team at Staats Plumbing?  We are Columbus Ohio’s premier drain cleaning professionals.  Without having to come back time and time again we will unclog your drain(s) once and for all!  Have us come to your Columbus area home or office to assess the situation by calling (740) 625-5284.  

Freezing is Reality.

In the next couple of months freezing overnight temperatures are just simply a reality in the Columbus area.  Water pipes and irrigation systems can’t come indoors to escape those falling temperatures.  It you wish to avoid some major problems there are some steps that you can take.  Maybe, it’s NOT too late!

Some of them are –

1.  Drain your garden hoses if you have not already done so.

2.  Run your irrigation system manually just to protect plants from freezing.

3.  Shut off in-ground sprinkler systems.

4.  Insulate any exposed outside pipes.

5.  Locate your home’s master shut-off valve.

There are others, of course, but that’s a good start.  When you need a backflow pro anywhere in the Columbus, Ohio area you know exactly whom to call.  The answer for decades, and in 2018 continues to be, Backflow Certification Specialist Staats Plumbing.  For any serious backflow or plumbing problem call Brent at (740) 625-5284.

Have a Happy Ohio Holiday.

Columbus is a great place to be during the holiday season.  It will also have many traveling relatives and friends joining us for an end-of-the-year celebration.  We hope that you and yours have a very Merry Christmas and a warm, happy holiday season.  At this time of year, we reflect on the past and look forward to the future.

Plumbing problems, unfortunately know no season.  They crop up when you least expect them and never come with our blessing.  Something may go wrong with your home’s plumbing.  Just keep an eye out for potential plumbing problems while you celebrate this holiday season.

Your friends at Staats Plumbing have been here through it all for decades.  Brent heads up an owner-operated plumbing company that handles jobs large and small.  You will never be just another number with us.  Happy Holidays from Staats Plumbing, and if you need us we will be there.  Just call anytime at (740) 625-5284.