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About Keith Hodge Plumbing LLC

Keith Hodge Plumbing LLC provides plumbing services in Ooltewah, TN.

How to judge plumbing work

Most plumbing emergencies are the visible end of a slow problem: a supply line that has been weeping behind drywall, a water heater whose anode rod gave up years ago, or a drain line that has been narrowing with scale. The value of a good plumber is largely in catching the slow version before it becomes the loud one.

Water pressure, pipe material and water chemistry interact more than most homeowners expect. Hard water shortens fixture life; pressure above roughly 80 psi stresses every joint in a house. Asking what a plumber measures — not just what they replace — is a fair way to judge one.

Common service intervals for household plumbing (general maintenance guidance, not a service promise)
ComponentTypical service intervalWhy it matters
Water heater flushAnnuallySediment reduces efficiency and shortens tank life
Anode rod check2–4 yearsA spent rod moves corrosion to the tank itself
Supply hoses (washer)Replace every 5 yearsBurst hoses are a leading cause of water damage
Main shutoff exerciseAnnuallyA seized valve turns a small leak into a large one
Drain line inspectionAs symptoms appearSlow drains often precede a full blockage

What customers say

Like to thanks keith hodges plumbing for coming out and fixing are leaks 2 times like to think Mike Sprague the one that I called at the office Matthew come out the first time and fixed 2 leaks and then cliff Carter come out and fixed 2 leaks and I really do appreciate the work that cliff and Matthew Dunn, both of them are very great people and cliff is a really great person cause he goes way and beyond to do his work. And make sure its done right And thank you very much, keith Hodges, plumbing i would most definitely recommend them to do plumbing work

Sammy Mcnabb

This is a great company to work with, I’ve had absolutely no issues with them as they’ve been dependable, punctual, and have fair pricing. Today I had Chris come out and place a hose bib and replace some others, the guy is a Pro! Chris did a complete job, nothing undone. Thanks for serving our area.

S E

I had a leak under one of my bathroom faucets, so I called the emergency number and Chris came out and had it fixed in no time. He was very efficient, friendly, and polite; and the work he did was great. I highly recommend Keith Hodge Plumbing!

Mary Ann Oliver
Call (423) 454-3556

Last updated 2026-08-25

Reference: US EPA WaterSense — household leaks