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Ryan Giles

Red Seal Certified Plumber
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About Ryan

Ryan Giles is a Red Seal Certified Plumber and Journeyperson licensed through Skilled Trades Ontario (STO ID: 14020500, Trade Code 306A). He holds a Certificate of Qualification issued December 2020 with Red Seal endorsement, the highest national plumbing certification in Canada recognized across all provinces and territories. Ryan has been working in professional plumbing since 2018 and currently works with RFG Plumbing in Ontario. He specializes in residential plumbing systems including leak diagnosis, drain clearing, water heater troubleshooting, and fixture repair. His hands-on experience with thousands of real plumbing jobs gives him the ability to quickly diagnose problems remotely through targeted questions, helping homeowners determine whether a problem is a simple DIY fix or requires a professional visit. Ryan is passionate about helping people save money on unnecessary service calls by teaching them to identify and fix common plumbing issues safely.

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Credentials & Certifications

Red Seal Certified Plumber (Interprovincial)
Ontario Certificate of Qualification — Trade 306A
Skilled Trades Ontario STO ID: 14020500
Journeyperson Classification — Status: Active
Credential valid through November 2026
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Areas of Expertise

Leak diagnosis and repairDrain clearing and clog removalWater heater troubleshootingPipe repair and replacementToilet and fixture repairWater pressure issues
694
Cases Solved
8 yrs
Experience
12
Articles Written
9
Questions Answered

Articles by Ryan

HelpByExperts guide to fixing a leaky kitchen faucet with tools
How to Fix a Leaky Faucet (Step-by-Step Guide)
7 min read
HelpByExperts plumbing expert guide to unclogging a kitchen drain
How to Unclog a Drain Without Calling a Plumber
6 min read
HelpByExperts toilet repair guide for fixing a running toilet
Toilet Running Constantly? Here Is How to Fix It
5 min read
HelpByExperts guide to diagnosing and fixing low water pressure at home
Low Water Pressure? 5 Causes and How to Fix Each One
6 min read
HelpByExperts water heater troubleshooting and repair guide
Water Heater Not Working? Diagnose and Fix It Fast
7 min read
HelpByExperts online plumber chat service for instant plumbing advice
Chat with a Plumber Online: How It Works and Why It Saves You Money
5 min read
HelpByExperts guide to replacing a toilet flapper valve
How to Replace a Toilet Flapper ($5 Fix in 10 Minutes)
10 min read
HelpByExperts garbage disposal troubleshooting guide
Garbage Disposal Not Working? 6 Fixes Before Calling a Plumber
11 min read
HelpByExperts guide to winterizing pipes and preventing frozen pipes
How to Winterize Your Pipes and Prevent Frozen Pipe Disasters
12 min read
HelpByExperts sump pump troubleshooting and repair guide
Sump Pump Not Working? Emergency Troubleshooting Guide
11 min read
HelpByExperts tankless vs tank water heater comparison guide
Tankless vs Tank Water Heater: Honest Cost and Performance Comparison
12 min read
HelpByExperts guide to unclogging a toilet without a plunger
How to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger (5 Methods)
10 min read

Questions Answered by Ryan

My kitchen faucet is dripping from the base where it meets the counter. I tried tightening it but th...
Asked by Jennifer from Austin, TX · 47 found helpful
My toilet has been running non-stop for 3 days. I jiggled the handle and it stops for a minute but s...
Asked by Marcus from Chicago, IL · 83 found helpful
The water pressure in my shower is terrible but every other faucet in the house is fine. What is goi...
Asked by Rachel from Denver, CO · 62 found helpful
My garbage disposal just hums when I turn it on but the blades do not spin. I can hear the motor run...
Asked by David from Phoenix, AZ · 55 found helpful
The pilot light on my gas water heater keeps going out every few days. I relight it and it works for...
Asked by Thomas from Nashville, TN · 71 found helpful
My toilet keeps running for 30-60 seconds after every flush. It eventually stops but it is wasting w...
Asked by Marcus from Tampa, FL · 89 found helpful
After my dishwasher finishes a cycle there is standing water at the bottom, about 2 inches deep. The...
Asked by Priya from Seattle, WA · 63 found helpful
My bathroom sink takes forever to drain. The water just sits there and goes down very slowly. I have...
Asked by David from Nashville, TN · 71 found helpful
My water heater has been making loud popping and rumbling sounds, especially when it is heating up. ...
Asked by Thomas from Denver, CO · 58 found helpful

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