*updated March 17, 2020 At Out of This World Home Services the safety and well-being of our Team Members, our Customers and our Community are our top priority. Rest assured that we are actively monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking precautionary measures to help keep our communities safe. To help with prevention, we…
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A basement flood is a horrific experience. Memories and cherished belongings lost or damaged. The security and sanctity of your home violated. According to the Insurance Bureau of Canada, it costs an average of $43,000 to repair a basement flood. So, definitely not a simple patch and repair job! No one wants a basement flood…
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It seems like the whole world is on pause due to COVID-19. Most people are at home, staying quarantined and practicing social distancing. But, one thing that won’t be paused because of COVID-19 is your plumbing. No amount of isolation is going to stop your plumbing from having issues, in fact, it could be making…
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According to the National Post, the average Canadian uses an average of 329 litres of water per day. Not only do we use a lot of water, but due to household plumbing leaks, we lose a lot too. According to the City of Ottawa, water leaks have a direct impact on Ottawa residents’ water bills.…
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“Ouch! Suddenly, my hot water is way too hot!” Here’s a plumbing problem that is not just annoying and inconvenient but also dangerous, in two crucial ways. First, unexpectedly hot water coming out of your faucet or showerhead can cause serious scald burns. This is especially hazardous to family members who may be insensitive to…
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What’s that noise from the toilet? Does it mean you have a problem with phantom flushing? We’re not talking about the latest “Ghostbusters” film, but the uncanny experience of hearing your toilet flushing on its own. There’s no shame in admitting that you may be a little spooked. Phantom flushing (also known as “ghost flushing”)…
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3…2…1…Blastoff! Out of This World Home Services has officially launched. The new improved rebranding marks a major step forward for the successful Ottawa firm formerly known as DS Plumbing. Let’s take a closer look at the change and how it will impact you. Why The Change? The original company name focused on a single type…
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A home plumbing system is a complicated weave of pipes, valves, drains and vents. Most of the time, we don’t think to inspect our plumbing (or wouldn’t know what to look for), that is until it results in damage to our home. We’re more or less forced to trust that our pipes will hold up…
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Ah, spring. The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and the melting snow and rain are causing the groundwater levels to rise, putting you at risk of a flooded basement. Most of us in Ottawa have a sump pump in our basement because we know how awful flooding and the resulting damage can be –…
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