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.

THE 34TH ANNUAL BEAVER OKTOBERFEST!

THE 34TH ANNUAL BEAVER OKTOBERFEST!

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October 4-7, 2018- Beaver, Ohio

Is a Tankless Water Heater Right for You?

People often ask me about tankless water heaters.  The belief is that they are more energy-efficient than traditional tank-type heaters.  They think that it has to be better that they heat only the water that is needed so there is no energy loss while they stand by.  Throughout the world, tankless water heaters have been the choice for years.

Here are some factors to consider-

1.  Make sure that your tankless manufacturer is reliable.

2.  Don’t follow the hype…do your own vetting.

3.  Standards comparing tankless to tank are fuzzy.

4.  Cost.  Tankless water heaters are usually much more expensive.

None of these factors mean you should choose a tank heater over a tankless water heater.  Please call me and we will review your specific needs for your home or office.  I am Brent Staats owner of Staats Plumbing.  We are a leading provider of all types of commercial and residential water heaters in the Columbus area.  Give me a call at (740) 625-5284.

9 Fall Festivals You Have to Catch in Columbus

9 Fall Festivals You Have to Catch in Columbus

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"Fall is a magical time in Columbus. The air is crisp, the leaves are beautiful, and there are tons of great festivals to check out, almost every weekend!"

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.

46th Annual Greek Festival - Labor Day Weekend

46th Annual Greek Festival Labor Day Weekend

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"Come and connect with heritage and traditions that are centuries old, but still contemporary in their focus."

Backflow 101.

I’ll bet that your Alma mater did not have this course!  So, what is backflow and why is it important to you?  It is the undesired reverse flow of contaminants into potable water from an “end-use” hazard and is typically driven by common, but unfavorable, hydraulic events in either the public or a private water distribution system.

Are you still confused?  In general, homeowners can and should become more knowledgeable in the subject of backflow prevention.  Installation, repair, replacement and/or testing of “testable” backflow assemblies should be the job of a licensed Columbus area backflow prevention plumbing professional.

Enter the expertise of Brent Staats and his backflow troubleshooting experts at Staats Plumbing.  Brent has spent decades keeping Central Ohio dry and healthy with a consistent flow of uncontaminated water.  Testing for backflow or fixing the problem is something which Columbus home owners need to pay attention to.  Call Brent today at (740) 625-5284.