by Susan Denisi | Mar 1, 2024 | Plumbing System, Bathtubs, Downspouts, Garbage Disposal, Gutters, Indoor Drains, Inspection, Maintenance, Outdoor Drains, Problems, Season, Shower, Sink, Spring, Spring Preparation, Spring-ready, Springtime, Sump Pump, Toilet, Water Heater
With the arrival of spring, our attention naturally shifts to the vibrant renewal of the season. For homeowners everywhere, spring presents an ideal opportunity for cleaning – whether that means deep cleaning or tackling a long-awaited organizational project. We just... 
by Susan Denisi | Feb 15, 2024 | Basement, Clog, Discharge Pipe, Float Switch, Flooded, Frozen, Ice, Maintenance, Pump Motor, Snow, Sump Pump, Sump Pump Pit, Troubleshooting, Valve, Winter
Is your sump pump no longer functioning? Given the recent weather, this is not an uncommon occurrence for us Ohioan residents. With snow melting and constant rainfall during the winter season, sump pump problems are at their peak. Bear in mind, that if your sump pump... 
by Susan Denisi | Oct 15, 2023 | Basement Flooding, Checklist, Debris, Discharge Pipe, Drain Hose, Fall, Float Mechanism, Generator, Inlet Screen, Maintenance, Particles, Seasonal Preparation, Sump Pump, Sump Pump Pit
As the seasons transition, it’s essential to pay special attention to your sump pump, especially if you reside in regions prone to cold weather and snowfall like Ohio. In order to help ensure your sump pump performs reliably throughout the fall and winter,... 
by Susan Denisi | Mar 1, 2023 | Faucet, Leak, Plumbing System, Seasonal Change, Shutoff Valve, Sink, Spring, Sprinkler, Sump Pump, Toilet, Transition, Water Hose
As spring rapidly approaches and the days become brighter and warmer, it’s time to prepare your plumbing system for this season of growth! Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry! Five Star Dayton Plumbing has some helpful tips that can guide you in your... 
by Susan Denisi | Dec 1, 2022 | Back Up, Clog, Damage, Dayton, Emergency Plumber, Five Star, Frozen, Frozen Pipes, Indoor Pipes, Kitchen Drain, Outdoor Drain, Outdoor Pipes, Plumbing Problems, Septic Tank, Sump Pump, Water Heater, Winter
As winter announces its presence, we start to remember the bone-chilling temperatures that come along with it. But just like how people react differently to cold weather – some love it and some not so much, plumbing systems also respond in their own way. And even if... 
by Becca Agunga | Apr 8, 2022 | Dayton, Drain, How To, Ohio, Pipes, Plumbing, Sump Pump, Tips & Tricks, Water Heater
Spring has finally arrived, so it’s time to start that spring cleaning checklist. But, as you’re working your way through that list, don’t forget to clean your residential plumbing and prepare it for the spring and summer seasons. Believe it or not,... 