Backflow…Discuss.

These days you can know as much as you care to about a subject by “googling” it.  So, google the word backflow and look at the explanation on the Wikipedia page.  It simply says…backflow is a term in plumbing for an unwanted flow of water in the reverse direction.  That could be enough information for some, but if you wish, read on.

It can be a serious health risk for the contamination of potable water supplies with foul water.  Backflow occurs for one of two reasons, either back pressure or back siphonage. 

What is this back siphonage thing?  It is defined as the result of supply pressure being lowered below that of the system.

Knowing what backflow is helps some.  Knowing how to deal with it or better yet, prevent it is much more important!  Brent Staats knows backflow like he knows his ABC’s.  He is one of the Columbus Ohio areas experts in backflow testing.  Do not let backflow on your property disrupt your life.  Call Brent at Staats Plumbing (740) 625-5284.

That Good Ole’ Reliable Toilet.

You use at least one every day.  We definitely take that hard-working toilet for granted.  Just like other major appliances in your home, your toilet will probably need to be replaced after years of use.  How do you know when it’s time to call a plumber to install a new toilet?  Many of us fancy ourselves as being able to replace certain parts, but we are talking full-out replacement.

Here are some signs that replacement NOT repair is the answer –

1.  Cracks and fissures in the tank

2.  Age.  Is it more than 20 years old?

3.  It wobbles when you sit on it

4.  It has needed frequent repairs in the last few years

Maybe it’s time for a newer more modern toilet.  They have evolved a great deal over the years.  The answer is to call Columbus Ohio toilet repair and replacement plumbing professional Brent Staats.  Brent is the owner of Staats Plumbing.  He will troubleshoot your toilet(s) and recommend repair or replacement.  Call Brent today at (740) 625-5284.

Into each Life a Little Rain Must Fall.

These are words that carry literary weight and in the spring in the Columbus Ohio area they are literally true.  In March and April, we can expect just over 6 inches of rain in an average year.  We just came out of our traditionally driest month of the year…February.  The bottom line…it’s sump pump season!

The pure truth is that when a sump pump fails, flooding will occur.  Are you ready to discover just how much flooding is TOO much?  Here’s a suggestion.  Why not have a battery or water back-up sump pump installed?  This will minimize the bigger problems when and if your current sump pump fails.

Of course, there is still the issue of the sump pump itself.  Is it still in good working order?  That is why you call us…the Columbus Ohio area’s sump pump experts.  We are Staats Plumbing serving all of this area’s plumbing needs for many years.  Whenever you have a plumbing emergency or just general maintenance give us a call at (740) 625-5284.

Who is Testing for Backflow?

In the State of Ohio there is backflow testing for certification AND recertification.  The backflow tester certification is a 24-hour class while the recertification is an 8 hour class.  Those are the requirements of Ohio Industrial Compliance Division at the Ohio Department of Commerce.  There is NO getting around that!

Here are some of the logistics.  Prior to registering for an initial “Backflow Tester” certification class, the student must first submit a backflow tester application to the Ohio Department of Commerce.  The State will then review their qualifications and send an approval notification.  That letter must be presented with payment on the first day of class.

Forgetting how skilled one must be in the first place to test for backflow, please take into consideration that this is a nasty job which not many people in Ohio are authorized to do.  Brent Staats of Staats Plumbing is one who is.  He is a Columbus area backflow testing expert with all of the necessary certification.  Give him a call at (740) 625-5284.

Tank or Tankless…That is the Question.

How old do you think the tankless water heater is?  Well, it was introduced 90 years ago!  That is hard to believe isn’t it?  Over the years, tankless water heaters have become know as “on demand” units.  They heat the water ONLY when you turn it on.  That eliminates the extra cost of constantly heating 40-50 gallons of water in a storage tank.

So, what are the disadvantages of tankless?  The primary disadvantage of on demand or instant hot water heaters is the upfront cost. The smaller units that you often see won’t produce enough hot water to serve most households.  Remember that those units only serve one faucet at a time so, no showers while you are doing the dishes!

You know what?  At Staats Plumbing we don’t care which you choose.  We will install your next traditional or tankless water heater in the Columbus Ohio area.  When it comes to plumbing emergencies or routine maintenance, we are here for you in 2019.  We are Staats plumbing serving all of the Columbus area at (740) 625-5284. 

Backflow…Cold vs. Warm.

Backflow devices are found all over the United States to protect our drinking water from contamination.  Everywhere from sunny Florida to frozen Minnesota and right here in Columbus Ohio there are backflow problems.  There are differences in backflow prevention between warmer and chillier climates that enjoy all four seasons.

One constant is that annual inspections of assemblies and administering programs occur nationwide, no matter the annual rainfall or average temperature.  In cold weather though, assemblies and their meters must be protected against freezing.  More damage can be done in cold climates than warm…it’s that simple!

This time of year, wind, snow, and freezing temperatures can (and will) take their toll on access doors and equipment.  There always is a perfect solution in Columbus and the surrounding area.  It’s Staats Plumbing.  That is whom you call for any and all inspections, repairs, and replacements of equipment.  Give Brent a call today at (740) 625-5284.

Family Friendly Events in Columbus Ohio This Weekend and Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Family Friendly Events in Columbus Ohio This Weekend and Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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"Looking for things to do in Columbus, Ohio this weekend? Here are over 40 family-friendly events happening in Columbus, and Central Ohio this weekend and Martin Luther King Jr. Day!"