It’s that time of year in Cincinnati…leaves are beginning to turn and we’re up to our ears in free zucchini. Yep, Fall is right around the corner. Before getting all tangled up in Christmas lights, take the time to perform Allied Reddi Rooter’s “10-Point Plumbing Inspection & Maintenance Check”. At least, take a few minutes to check out the links; they are nicely done. Flush […]

When it comes to listing our Top 3 Most Important Occupations, “Plumber” is ranks highly (but “Mom” ranks higher). There’s a good reason why we chose this profession: Plumbers protect the health of the nation – ensuring safe and reliable drinking water, dry basements, and tidy toidies, to name a few. But consider these skills a good, solid a plumber brings to the table: Gas line […]

When it comes to Cincinnati plumbing topics, the availability of clean drinking water in America’s greatest city is a favorite. Recent events in Toledo, Nashville, and LA highlight the importance of having a personal supply of clean water on hand, in case of an emergency. At Allied, we’re delighted to assist faucets of all shapes and sizes in delivering top-rated drinking water to households and […]

Fluoridation in Cincinnati water… It helps! It’s an evil 1950s Commie plot! It’s another “So Cincinnati” must-read debate. We like to make our own decisions in the Queen City. In 1974 we opted (or did we?) to fluoridate our drinking water, so the chemical has been added to our tap water for four decades without fanfare. Well, the stone-turning Cincinnati Enquirer has uncovered yet another […]

Dishes Come Out Sparkling; Dish Gunk Sticks Around Forever Every Friday, it’s Kitchen Cleaning Day at our house. And every Friday, we’re grossed-out by the stinky, smelly, gnarly, greasy goo that collects around the gaskets of the dishwasher and garbage disposal. This week, we did some research to understand just what’s in that gunk and offer some tips for eliminating it. Dishwashers – There’s a […]

Recent high profile water main breaks in LA, UCLA, and Nashville illustrate the importance of regular water line inspections and maintenance. UCLA – 20 Million Gallons Lost  Our Western States are in the midst of a legendary drought. Water restrictions abound. What’s the worst possible thing that could happen? Yep – a water main break of epic proportions. In just a few hours, 20 million […]