Take a stroll through most neighborhoods in Cincinnati and you’ll find homes with turrets and transoms, stained glass windows and wrap-around porches. But these historic homes don’t just feature beautiful details. Many older Cincinnati homes also contain lead pipe plumbing that has been in use for many decades. While Cincinnati took major steps decades ago to update public water infrastructure, plumbing in housing can still contain lead. Knowing what you’re working with helps

We’re deep into November, but there’s still time to prep your home's exterior plumbing for Cincinnati's winter. We recommend penciling in an hour in November to take care of it. To help get you started, we’ve created a list of must-dos for your home’s plumbing every winter. Check your exterior faucets Do a complete check of your outdoor faucets. Look for water or wet areas on the ground and drips coming from the faucets. If you notice a leak, contact a plumbing professional.

There is no doubt AI tools are changing how we get information. It’s great for helping you choose the perfect color of paint for the hallway or drafting that email to your coworkers you’ve been putting off writing. But it can’t do everything – and offering de facto plumbing advice is one of them. If you ask ChatGPT if you can clean your restaurant’s grease trap yourself and it will tell you can, offering a step-by-step list that makes it seem easy. Just turn off the water, sc

Sometimes it starts with a slow drain, other times a sewage back up into your basement. So, you call the plumber, and they perform a camera inspection of your sewer line. That’s when you learn the culprit is tree roots are causing the sewer main to backup. This is one of the most common causes of sewer backups in older Cincinnati homes, and understandably, it brings up a lot of questions. If you’ve got tree roots invading your pipes, here’s what you need to know. Why are tree

Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. While location and layout often get the spotlight, the condition of the plumbing system is just as important. A hidden leak or outdated pipes can turn into expensive surprises after you move in. Taking time to evaluate the plumbing during the home-buying process will give you a clearer picture of what you’re really getting. Here are ten plumbing issues home buyers shouldn't ignore: 1. Water Pressure and Flow Wh

Few plumbing issues are as frustrating as spotting water pooling around the base of your toilet. It’s no doubt a nuisance and unsightly, but did you know it can also damage your flooring, cause mold growth, and even mean a higher monthly water bill? If you’ve noticed this problem in your bathroom, here’s what may be causing it – and what to do next for leaking toilet issues. A faulty wax ring One of the most common reasons a toilet leaks at the base is a faulty wax ring. This

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