Ken Neyer Plumbing, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Hamilton’

When Is the Best Time to Call a Plumber?

Monday, October 12th, 2020

This isn’t supposed to be a trick question. But to many homeowners, it probably feels like one. It can be easy for us to tell you to call a plumber whenever you run into problems, but how does that factor into your life realistically? Nobody wants to constantly call the plumber.

Well, what if we told you that calling the right plumber could lead to less frequent calls in the future? Plumbers aren’t supposed to just unclog specific things and leave the rest of your plumbing system in dire needs. Well, good plumbers aren’t supposed to do that. Our team operates under the assumption that we need to take care of the root of the problem, fix anything that’s broken, unclog drains that need to be unclogged, and keep our customers happy for the longest period of time we can.

If that sounds good, then keep reading and call us for a plumber in Hamilton, OH.

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Hot Days and Your Plumbing

Monday, July 20th, 2020

As the heat begins to pummel our homes day after day this summer, your plumbing is probably the last thing you’re thinking about. Plumbing systems are supposed to be robust, right? They’re supposed to last no matter what the climate is like. While that’s definitely true, different temperatures and climates bring different problems to the table.

For instance, summertime sees an increase in water usage as well as the sporadic growth of trees and their roots, which can spell out some serious issues for a plumbing system. The increased use of water and these other issues that can arise are not difficult to traverse with the help of a professional plumber.

Does your plumbing in Hamilton, OH need help this summer? Or are you doing just fine? Keep reading as we talk about some of the major summertime plumbing problems and detail ways you can tell you’re dealing with an issue.

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Deal with Drain Odors Today

Monday, June 22nd, 2020

Drains aren’t known for being smelly, or at least they shouldn’t be. We know plenty of homeowners who have clear drains that smell exactly how their home smells—fresh and clean! That’s because they work with professionals like us to make sure their drains stay clear and odorless.

It’s no wonder that clear drains and odorless pipes are linked together. The more stuff that clogs your drains, the more likely it is that your pipes will develop a stench, and clogs and smell issues shouldn’t be ignored. With professional plumbing service, both clogged and smelly drains can be fixed easily and effectively.

The drain cleaning that we provide is comprehensive. No matter the current state of your drains, we’ll fix them and make them good as new. If you’re still wondering about what other benefits could come from our expert drain cleaning services, read below as we go into detail about smelly drains and what we can do to help!

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Is Your Water Heater Leaking?

Monday, April 27th, 2020

Water heaters are vital to what we do in our everyday lives. Now that we’re stuck inside more, it’s pretty easy to notice when there’s something wrong with your water heater. However, that’s what makes it just as important as ever to detect a problem, like water heater leak, and report it to someone that can help. That’s where we come in!

We are your neighborhood plumbing professionals, uniquely able to deal with any problem occurring in your water heater. Now, if you are suffering from a water leak, we’d like to tell you that you can stop panicking—but detecting it and getting in touch with us should be your number one priority.So, how will you be able to tell if you need to replace the water heater or just some repairs to plug up the leak? If you keep reading, we’ll make sure to answer your questions and point you in the right direction towards taking good care of your water heater and your home

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Is There Sediment in Your Water Heater?

Monday, December 9th, 2019

This might sound like a weird question, but we urge you to stick with us for just a moment. Many homeowners, including you, might have sediment in their water heaters without even realizing it. While there are various different solutions to a sediment problem in your water heater, from repair to replacement, we’ve got to address the first step—noticing there’s a problem.

Today, we’re going to go into detail about the many ways to notice if there’s sediment in your water heater. We’ll talk about why this problem can impede the effectiveness of your water heater and the science behind it. Many homeowners might be dealing with inefficient hot water heaters in Hamilton, OH that aren’t doing their jobs as well as they could be, and that’s where our team comes in!

So, we hope you’re ready for some chemistry because we’re about to get into it!

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Temporary Solutions for a Leaking Pipe

Monday, October 28th, 2019

As your local plumbing company, if we have the authority to talk about anything, it would be leaking pipes. Aside from performing drain cleaning in Hamilton, OH we also see ruined basements and water damage all the time as a direct effect of pipe leaks. Pipes that start leaking can lead even the hardiest homeowner into a frenzied panic.

Though, in case you were wondering, there are some tried and true temporary solutions for your leaking pipe while you wait for the plumber to arrive. Basically, these tips will help you mitigate the damage caused by a leaking pipe while a plumber responds. These leaks can be nasty and absolutely devastating to the rest of your plumbing system and the wooden interior of your home.

If you’re looking for ways to manage anxiety and limit the panic when a pipe leak occurs, take a look below!

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Common Problems with a Tank Water Heater

Monday, September 16th, 2019

No water heater is perfect. When they have issues, it’s important to get the right professional on the job to make sure you and your family have hot water for the years to come. However, sometimes it can be hard to know what exactly is going on with your water heating system. These are complicated machines that perform a simple service—to give you hot water—which often can scramble the brain of anyone who isn’t trained in plumbing services.

That being said, are some curious customers out there who really want to know what to look out for when they’re dealing with hot water problems on their tank water heater. As your friendly neighborhood plumber, that’s exactly something that we aim to help you with.

So, if you notice one of the problems below, make sure you schedule water heater services in Hamilton, OH with us!

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The Major Reasons You Need Drain Cleaning

Monday, July 22nd, 2019

bubbling-drainHamilton, OH drain cleaning service is something we recommend our customers have done once a year. This is an excellent preventive service since it will keep away clogs during the next year (not a guarantee, but close to one) and keep the drainpipes healthy in general. But drain cleaning is also a service customers may need to call for as an emergency measure because of a stopped-up sink, shower, or toilet.

We’re going to list the main reasons that drain cleaning is a job your house will need, either as a proactive measure or a reactive solution. When in doubt, you can trust us to solve whatever problem is affecting your plumbing.

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The Benefit of a Pipeline Inspection

Monday, April 1st, 2019

hydro-jetting-technicianThe drain clog and the slow drain are, unfortunately, basic problems for plumbing systems that can never be completely banished. Whether you’re a local homeowner or business owner, you may need to schedule drain cleaning in Hamilton, OH or other major drain and sewer line repairs to deal with clogs.

But a clogged drain shouldn’t be a regular occurrence. And you shouldn’t see water backing up through drains when you run the washing machine, or water come up through a shower drain the nearby toilet is flushed. These indicate bigger clogging issues in the sewer line—and that’s when a pipeline inspection is the best option.

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Drain Clog Prevention: Watch Out for FOG

Monday, March 4th, 2019

drain-and-spoonWhen we tell you to “watch out for FOG!”, we don’t mean to be cautious of sinister figures lurking in a mist spreading across the city at night. (Although you should always drive cautiously in fog, no matter the time of day.) The “fog” we’re talking about is FOG, an acronym for “fats, oils, and grease.” They are some of the worst things that can affect the drains in your home—specifically the kitchen drain, although they can get down into the sewer line as well and make trouble for the entire house.

If you’re cautious about preventing FOG from going into the drains, you can reduce the chance of having major clog problems.

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