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Tuesday, December 27th, 2016
ThreadBanger Battle: Copper vs. Plastic Pipe. Who Wins?
Every home or business owner with a plumbing problem eventually arrives at the age-old question: Which is best...copper or one of the plastics (PVC or CPVC)? According to selfhelpandmore.com, both…
Sunday, December 25th, 2016
Winter Sump Pump Maintenance Tips
Now that we're well into wet winter weather, it's a good time to revisit a few sump pump maintenance tips. A happy sump will pump and pump, keeping your basement…
Sunday, December 11th, 2016
‘Tis the Season for Wet Basements
When fall and winter dampness creeps into our basement area, I'm reminded of a scent forever etched in my childhood memories -- the cool, mildew-y smell of my grandmother's basement.…
Saturday, November 26th, 2016
Plumbing + Holiday Parties…Look Out, She’s Gonna Blow!
I learned last week that it's our turn to host Thanksgiving for the in-laws, all 35-50 of them. My first vision: that scene in The Shawshank Redemption when Andy busts…
Thursday, October 27th, 2016
Remembrance, thanks, and a free flag for Veterans Day
At Allied Reddi-Rooter, November is a month that gives us pause. In honor of Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, we recognize, remember, and pray for the American men and women…
Monday, October 24th, 2016
Allied Reddi-Rooter Is Hiring!
If you've got an interest in plumbing, you've got a friend in Allied. In the Greater Cincinnati Area, the shortage of people with hands for pipefitting, a head for math, and…
Wednesday, October 19th, 2016
Blue Water = Bad, Very Bad Water
For those who love the idea of fancy blue (or green) water in the toilet bowl, consider this: over time, the cleaning chemicals in drop-in tank tablets can cause your…
Friday, September 30th, 2016
Water Heater Savings: Put a Blanket on It!
Don't use not just any blanket. Use only an official water heater insulating blanket. My neighbor just bought an older home. During a tour of the utilities in her basement,…
Monday, September 19th, 2016
Cincinnati Plumber Advisory: Plan Your Winterizing Activities Now
On our morning commute, the morning radio show host mentioned this year we are having a "hot Fall." Plumbers love that! These unseasonably warm weekends are perfect for outdoor plumbing…
Monday, September 19th, 2016
Cincinnati Plumbers Tip: Laundry Drain Clogs Can Indicate Sewer Line Trouble
In recent plumbing conversations with close friends, I was surprised to learn that clogged laundry sink drains are a common problem. In 25 years of marriage and 4 kids, our…