What Constitutes a Backflow Test.

First of all, how often do you need to test your backflow device.  It is always recommended to be done every year.  Have you been faithful about that?  Many of us are not!  How long should it take?  When it is done by a true professional the job should entail less than a half hour for each device.  Set up will take a bit longer.

What if I fail the test…will I be without water for a period of time?  Unless all else fails, the short answer is NO.  In the majority of cases, we can take the backflow device apart and clean some of the internal parts, re-test and get the device to pass.  This is the important part of the entire equation.

At Staats Plumbing we take great pride in our ability to make all of the necessary repairs so that your device will get a passing grade.  That is why we are known as one of the true backflow repair experts in the Columbus area.  Your system needs to be checked annually.  Have it done right the first time by calling Staats Plumbing at (740) 625-5284.    

Polaris Fashion Place - 3/18 Sensitive Bunny

Polaris Fashion Place - 3/18 Sensitive Bunny

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"Individuals within every spectrum of special needs and their families are invited to a private photo session, to experience the time-honored tradition of a visit with the Easter Bunny during dedicated hours" 

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.  

Columbus Festivals and Annual Events

Columbus Festivals and Annual Events

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"From festivals every weekend in the summer months to light displays throughout the city in the winter, there's always something happening in Columbus!"

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.  

BIG WILD at Skully's - Feb 21st

BIG WILD at Skully's - Feb 21st

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Skully's Music-Diner

1151 North High Street

Columbus, OH 43201

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.