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A basement floor drain is easy to overlook until it starts backing up water. When that happens, even a small overflow can turn into a messy headache. From soaked storage boxes to musty smells and possible water damage, the impact piles up quickly. If you’re dealing with this in Nepean, it’s especially frustrating during late […]
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If your water heater has started making odd sounds, you’re not alone. It’s easy to ignore these noises, especially when hot water still flows like normal. But strange sounds can be your water heater’s way of telling you something’s wrong. Whether it’s a series of quick pops or a long, low hiss, these noises usually
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As temperatures drop closer to the freezing mark, you might be thinking more about shovelling snow and keeping your driveway clear. But what about what’s happening inside your walls and under your floors? Frozen pipes are a real concern during the colder months, especially in places like Barrhaven where winter hits hard. A frozen pipe
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Most people don’t think much about their sewer line until something goes wrong. It’s the kind of system that stays out of sight and out of mind until there’s a backup, a weird smell, or gurgling drains inside the house. But by the time those signs show up, the damage is already done. That’s where
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Hearing loud banging or thudding sounds when you turn off a tap or when your appliances finish their cycle can catch anyone off guard. That sudden noise is what many homeowners recognise as water hammer. It can sound like someone is knocking inside the walls, and while it may just seem like an annoyance at
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Sump pumps don’t often get the credit they deserve, but when they’re working well, they quietly protect homes from serious water damage. That’s especially true for places like Barrhaven, where heavy rainfall in the fall can overwhelm drainage systems and lead to basement flooding. If you’ve ever dealt with a flooded basement, you know the
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Your plumbing system has a lot going on behind the walls and under the floors, and most of it works quietly without much attention. But when something goes off, like a slow drain or a lingering smell, it can be a sign of an issue deeper in the system. One part that doesn’t get much
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Cast iron pipes were once the go-to choice for home plumbing. Known for their durability and long lifespan, many older homes across Kanata still rely on them for their water and waste systems. These pipes were commonly installed in houses built before the 1970s, meaning a good number are already nearing the end of their
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It’s the middle of the night, and out of nowhere, your kitchen sink starts backing up. Maybe the toilet won’t stop running, or worse, you hear the sound of water dripping where it definitely shouldn’t be. Late-night plumbing problems are stressful and always seem to hit at the worst possible time. One minute you’re ready
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That rotten egg smell creeping up from your shower drain isn’t just annoying. It can quickly make your whole bathroom feel dirty, even when it’s spotless. Whether you’re getting ready for work or trying to wind down after a long day, stepping into a shower with that sour, sulphur-like odour is a bad start or
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