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Hydro Jetting vs. Drain Snaking: Which Does Your Drain Actually Need?

Kinnett Team | July 2, 2026

When a sink backs up, a shower starts draining slowly, or a toilet keeps acting up, most homeowners just want one thing: a clear drain that works again. But when you start looking into professional drain services, you may run into two common options: hydro jetting and drain snaking. If you are comparing hydro jetting

Sump Pump Maintenance Checklist: Protect Your Virginia Basement from Flooding

Kinnett Team | March 4, 2026

Sump Pump Maintenance Checklist: Protect Your Virginia Basement from Flooding Sump pump maintenance is the routine inspection and testing of your sump pump system to ensure it removes groundwater effectively and prevents basement flooding. In Northern Virginia, especially in areas like Woodbridge, heavy rain and rising groundwater can overwhelm an unmaintained system. A simple 20

Toilet Running Constantly? What It’s Costing You and How to Fix It

Kinnett Team | March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

A toilet that keeps running is usually caused by a worn flapper, faulty fill valve, misadjusted float, or chain problem inside the tank. When these parts fail, water continuously leaks from the tank into the bowl, forcing the fill valve to run nonstop. This can waste 200 to 1,000 gallons of water per day and

Tankless vs. Traditional Water Heaters: Which Saves Virginia Homeowners More Money?

Kinnett Team | February 9, 2026

Choosing between a tankless water heater and a traditional tank water heater is one of the most important decisions Virginia homeowners make when upgrading their plumbing system. The biggest difference comes down to cost over time: traditional water heaters are usually cheaper upfront, while tankless water heaters often save more money long term through energy

Why Does My Drain Smell? Common Causes and How to Eliminate Drain Odors for Good

Kinnett Team | February 9, 2026

If you are wondering why your drain smells, the most common causes are a dry P-trap, buildup of food or soap residue, bacteria growth, garbage disposal debris, or sewer and venting problems. Drain odors often happen when trapped organic material breaks down or when sewer gases escape into your home through plumbing fixtures. The good

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Called late on a Monday with soaked carpet in my basement from a cracked water heater. Was placed on the scheduled immediately and Dan was at my house within 45 min. He assessed the issue, drained the tank and capped the hot water line until he could replace the water heater first thing Tuesday morning. While working, he also had a water restoration company contact me to get restoration efforts moving. Service was prompt, empathetic, and thorough. Finding a good plumbing company is always a challenge and Kinnett Plumbing has always come through with professionalism and efficiency. If you are in need of a 5 star plumbing company, give Kinnett a call!