Ottawa’s Residents Facing Common Plumbing Concerns

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Common plumbing concerns

Residents of Ottawa will typically face five of the most common plumbing issues: The same issues that many homeowners face at one time or another over the course of home ownership. The most common plumbing concerns include the following:

1. One or more leaking faucets

Picture it; you are exhausted. You have worked all day long and now the moment you have longed for, the opportunity to crawl into bed and fall asleep, has finally arrived. You are more than ready to put your head on that pillow and sleep as if you have not slept in years. You lay down and when you still yourself, the room becomes silent. Except for the sound coming from the bathroom faucet, “tap, tap, tap, tap, tap, tap.” You try desperately to ignore it, but the more you try, the louder that leaking faucet you have not had a chance to fix seems.

Taking care of a leaking faucet as soon as possible is important. The drip can cost you a considerable amount of money if you have a water bill. If the faucet leaking is an issue, it may be time to replace an old washer, so it is a pretty easy fix.

2. When the water in the toilet continues to run constantly

Ever notice you can still hear the water running after you have flushed your toilet? While it is normal for the water to run for a couple of minutes as the toilet fills with water, it is not normal for the water to run non-stop. When a toilet starts running, it is often indicative of an issue related to the flapper valve not working. The flapper valve is located inside the toilet’s tank and is what allows water to move from the tank to the bowl. Other issues that cause the toilet to leak is, one, when the fill tube loosens and two, there is an imbalance in the toilet’s float.

The above-mentioned plumbing problems are simple to repair without having to call in a pro, but if you address the simple plumbing issues and trouble is still brewing, you need to get hold of a professional to help you get the repair done correctly. Alternatively, you can opt to try another measure on your own by starting to run a snake through the toilet in order to clear the clog.

3. When the toilet clogs

If you put something in the toilet that is too big to make it through the pipes, the toilet clogs. Of course, it is a simple fix for the most part, with the use of a plunger. If, however, after you have tried to use a plunger to resolve the issue and if you find that the plunging is not fixing the issue, you might want to try using a snake tool that will help you navigate into the pipes to try to release any clog. If, following the use of a plunger and snake, the toilet is running, the toilet still runs, that is when you will have to admit defeat and call in a pro.

4. When the water pressure is insufficient

Ever hop into the shower looking to have that hot blast of water massage your achy muscles only to discover just how quick that rush of water turns to a trickle? There is nothing more frustrating than weak water pressure. The problem with weak water is one of two things: Someone is either running water in some other location in your house – this makes the faucet work harder due to the double draw on the water. If no one is using the water while you have the shower running, the slow trickle of water is due to the accumulation of lime scale. You will have to remove the showerhead and make use of a descaling product for soaking the showerhead so you can unclog it.

5. One or more clogged drains

Have you ever washed your dishes only to find that sink full of nasty dishwater will not go down the drain? Maybe you have been in the bathroom and you just finished your skin care regimen and the sink full of water remains, despite you having pulled the plug. In both scenarios, the plumbing issue is the same: A clogged drain. The causes of clogged drains vary: Perhaps something fell into the sink opening and the pipe that is now contributing to the clog. Maybe it is a grease clog. You may have tried to put something down the drain that is too small for the pipe opening so you are looking at a clogged sink.

Either way, the repair requires clog removal. You can sometimes clear up the issue with a plunger: The suction from the plunger helps in moving whatever is stuck in the pipes. You should fill the sink with some water when you attempt to use the plunger. The air pressure from the movement of the plunger forces the water down toward the clog and can help free the blockage. If you notice that these issues are causing problems for you, call the professionals at Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services!

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Testimonials

Trenchless Sewer Pipe

I received two quotes for my plumbing. The quote from Dr. Pipe was good, but what I really appreciated was the fact that the professionals at Dr. Pipe took their time to look at the issue, do the research, and actually SHOW me the problem in real-time. The other company never did give me an exact quote, and I was quite worried about potential “unexpected costs.” Both Max and the rest of his crew were extremely professional, kept the area as neat and tidy as possible, and cleaned up after they were done. Despite the fact that I was not actually onsite during the entire three-day process, I felt comfortable enough to give them a key to the property. When someone actually came and took something from the property (I was expecting them to), Max actually called my private number and asked me whether this was OK. I would highly recommend the services of Dr. Pipe.

Rick S.

Drain Replacement, Backflow Valve, Sump Pump, Etc.

When I woke up this morning, I was not expecting my basement to have transformed into a full-blown lake. One of our neighbors recommended Dr. Pipe. Our neighbors had needed to replace some of the drains under their home and also recently had a backwater valve installed.

Max came to us and talked about the quote. One of the great things about the discussion was that he took his time and explained everything to me. I remember that Max took the time to make sure that both my partner and I were on the same page and understood everything.

I really want to be honest and admit that I was not particularly friendly that day, I had already received three different quotes, and I just wanted the work to get started. We still decided to go with Max’s company, despite the fact that we already had several other quotes. It was not just about money that we were going to pay, it was about quality, it was about trust, it is about wanting to give my business to a company that wanted ME as a customer.

I can tell you that both Max and his crew came across as polite, clean, honest, and reliable. They were extremely pleasant to work with. The quality of the work that they delivered is excellent, and it certainly added value to the home. Even our insurance rates went down because of the quality work.

It is extremely comforting to know that I have peace of mind the next time that the rain comes down. During the last late-fall storm, it was extremely comforting to hear the sump pump turn on, that sound really allows you to sleep soundly at night.

I have no doubt that the pipes are going to be fine once the tree roots are growing and the snow melts. It is comforting to know is that even if they are not fine, I know that Max is going to be a phone call away to help me set things right. I would honestly be shocked if Max somehow did not uphold the warranty that we have. Honestly, that is the level of trust that we have in Max.

Max

Drain Work and Sump Pump Installation

Max was the first person to respond to our call for help after our basement flooded. He was quick in determining what the root of the issue was, and fixed the problem quickly. In addition to finding the issue, he also showed us a (potential) issue in our sanitary and storm water drains. He managed to find the possible issue with the drain-camera in a quick amount of time.

Max was courteous and professional when it came to helping us find future issues as well. He helped us alleviate concerns about future problems, thanks to his professional explanation. I have to admit I was also pleasantly surprised by the work of his crew. They cleaned their area thoroughly each time as well. Now I know that extensive repairs are never going to be cheap, but I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonable the pricing was. Max even helped us fill out the necessary paperwork to file for our basement flooding prevention subsidy.

Stewart

Backed-Up Drain

It is not often that a plumbing company is able to save you 10,000 dollars. We had experienced a serious drain backup and received quotes from five different drain and plumbing specialists. These included some of the more popular local names, and a few that received a very high ranking on HomeStars. Most of them scoped the drain and told me all the root issues and the critical deficiencies that would continuously lead to problems. They suggested that that we crack the floor, replace the drainpipe, and have the pipe from the front lawn excavated, I would be looking at around $5-10k!

Max did the same exact research that these other companies did, but he told me that the drain was not deficient at all; in fact, it had many more years left! I know that Max was honestly biting his tongue when we discussed what these other companies had said. He rooted the drain (very fast) and there has not been a single issue with our pipes since.

Grant

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