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Tuesday, February 28th, 2017
Shower Heads — The Ultimate in Fine Bathing
Recently, we stayed in an historic 1929 English Tudor manor lodge near Chagrin Falls, OH. The lobby had the usual showcase of lodge history, but what caught our eye were…
Friday, February 17th, 2017
Buyer Beware — Original PVC Pipes Can Be Trouble
We have a 20-something friend who believes she's found the perfect starter home in an early 1980's neighborhood. The home seller is a "flipper" (red flag #1). The home inspection…
Monday, January 16th, 2017
What’s the easiest way to lower my water bill?
Customer: I am on City water and sewer. Is there a way to lower my rising utility bill? Ray: First, understand how water charges are calculated. The Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) bills…
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…