Alongside homeowners, Cherrington Plumbing works for landlords, property managers and small businesses in Westerville, Gahanna and Worthington that need a plumber for tenant calls and routine upkeep.
Tenant Calls
Most rental plumbing calls are the same problems a homeowner has, reported by someone else: a clogged kitchen drain, a toilet that runs, a leak under a bathroom sink, no hot water. The difference is in the arranging. The person who reports the problem, the person who lets the plumber in and the person who approves the work are often three different people, and a visit goes smoothly when all three are clear before the day.
- Clogged sinks, tubs, toilets and floor drains
- Leaking faucets, supply lines and shutoff valves
- Water heaters that have stopped heating or started leaking
- Sump pumps that fail in a basement unit or a shared basement
- Running toilets and worn-out fixtures
Routine Upkeep
Routine work keeps small problems from becoming tenant calls at inconvenient hours. Typical upkeep includes replacing aging supply lines and shutoff valves, testing sump pumps before spring, checking water heaters for leaks and sediment, and replacing fixtures that are near the end of their life. The seasonal maintenance guide sets out a year-round schedule that suits rentals as well as owner-occupied homes.
Small Businesses
Small businesses call for the same kinds of work: drains that slow down under heavy use, leaking supply lines, water heaters and fixture replacement. Utility sinks, hand sinks and the lines that feed them are part of that work, as are the restrooms customers and staff use every day.
Arranging Visits for a Property
- Call or send the request form with the property address, the unit and a description of the problem.
- Say who will provide access, and how to reach the tenant if a time needs confirming.
- Say who should receive the written estimate and approve the work.
- A day is arranged to come out, and the estimate is written up before the work starts.
If the work turns up something unexpected, the person who approves the work is called first and the options are explained before going on. Drop cloths go down at the start, and the work area is swept and wiped before leaving, which matters as much in an occupied rental as in an owner’s home.
Schedule Service for a Property
Call during business hours or send the request form with the address, the unit and who provides access.