Why Is My Hot Water Suddenly Too Hot?
“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
March 4, 2020
Why Does My Toilet Keep Flushing On Its Own?
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
February 28, 2020
DS Plumbing Is Now Out of This World Plumbing!
3…2…1…Blastoff! Out of This World Plumbing has officially launched. The new improved rebranding marks a major step forward for the successful Ottawa firm formerly known
February 16, 2020
Do I Need A Backwater Valve?
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
January 28, 2020
These Simple Steps Could Save You Thousands in Damage
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
December 5, 2019
Why Are My Drains Gurgling?
You’re washing your hands at the kitchen sink and you hear a gurgling sound. You’re wondering if it’s a Gremlin stuck in your drain. Most likely not – but what is it? What Causes Gurgling? Read on to find out.
July 14, 2019
Our Tips to Prepare for the Spring Thaw
The spring thaw puts many homes in the Ottawa area at risk of flooding. Protect your home from expensive water damage by preparing early using tips from our plumbing experts.
March 7, 2019
We’re Honoured to Have Received a Best Ottawa Business Award
This fall, we were honoured to be the recipient of the Best Ottawa Business award for Best Performance in Customer Service. We have an amazing team that works incredibly hard to deliver the highest quality service possible, and we’re so proud of them.
December 4, 2018
Congratulations to the 2018 Recipients of the DS Plumbing Award and Scholarship
We were thrilled to be able to present the first DS Plumbing Award to Tanya Stoate and the DS Plumbing Scholarship to Martin Cheesman, students in Algonquin College’s pre-plumbing course.
November 2, 2018
DS Plumbing Saves Kitten Caught in Sump Pump, Adopts Her into the Family
Piper joined our family in a most unusual way – through a sump pump! Find out how Dave was able to rescue her from the discharge line, and get a sneak peek at the adorably adventurous baby Piper.
October 15, 2018
DS Plumbing Helps Carleton Students Bring Net-Zero Tiny House Project to Life
DS Plumbing was a proud sponsor and participating builder of a Carleton University engineering initiative – to build a net-zero tiny home that would change the way we looked at building and serve as a research lab for green technology.
October 12, 2018
DS Plumbing Creates Scholarship and Award to Support the Next Gen of Superstar Plumbers
The 2018/2019 academic years marks the inaugural presentation of both the DS Plumbing Scholarship and the DS Plumbing Award. We’re excited to be able to provide more opportunities for Ottawa’s future plumbers.
July 4, 2018
Dave’s Published a Book – and More Great DS Plumbing News
We’ve got some great news to share. Dave’s new book on personal growth is now available on Amazon! We’re incredibly proud of Dave and all his hard work. DS Plumbing has also received its HomeStars verification. We’re very happy to be able to provide this extra assurance to our wonderful customers.
May 15, 2018
These Simple Steps Could Save You Thousands in Damage
After 2017’s record-shattering amount of rainfall, you need to do everything you can to protect your home from flooding. Sump pump maintenance could be the difference between a safe, dry basement and thousands in water damage.
March 13, 2018
We’ve Won Our 5th Top Choice Award
We have received a 2018 Top Choice award! This is our 5th year getting this award, and we couldn’t have done it without you! We’d like to thank everyone who took the time to vote for us, and look forward to helping you in 2018.
February 2, 2018
DS Plumbing Expert Shares the Cold Reality of Frozen Pipes with CTV and CBC
Ottawa’s cold snap has left several homeowners and businesses in an icy, wet situation with frozen and burst pipes. Dave talked to local news stations to share plumbing expert advice on what to do, and how to prevent the problem from happening again.
January 10, 2018
We Raised $1,820 for Our Feline Friends This Christmas
We’re big animal lovers, and every year we participate in fundraising events to help raise money for the animals who need it most. This year we helped host a spaghetti dinner, and offered our resources to build shelters for outdoor cats.
December 21, 2017
The Easy Fall Home Checklist
You’ve heard of spring cleaning, but right now you’re neck deep in fall maintenance. Our fall home checklist will tell you what needs to be done before the first snowflake falls, so that you can spend your winter relaxing indoors.
October 16, 2017
5 Signs You Have Toilet Trouble
Having toilet trouble? No, we don’t mean it that way. These signs may be your toilet’s way of telling you that it isn’t working properly, and needs to be looked at by a professional.
September 21, 2017
Do I Really Need a Water Softener?
While you may not know the difference between hard and soft water, you know what it feels like to have dry skin and scale buildup. A water softener can eliminate those problems, and give you even more benefits.
August 28, 2017
