Q&A
As a Toledo homeowner, how do you handle hard water and laundry hose issues?
Hard water scaling is a common challenge in our area. We address it by repairing or replacing faucets, showerheads, and water heaters affected by mineral buildup, and can discuss water softening solutions. For the risk of laundry hose bursts, we recommend and can install braided stainless steel supply lines, which are much more durable than rubber hoses and a simple upgrade that prevents costly water damage in your home.
My HVAC system in Toledo is old. Do you handle full replacements, or just repairs?
Yes, we provide both. With over 100 years in the Toledo area, we understand how our seasons stress heating and cooling systems. We'll thoroughly inspect your current HVAC system, discuss repair options if they make sense, and handle the complete installation or replacement if needed. We focus on finding the right, reliable system for your home and budget.
You mention hard-to-find parts. Can you help with an older plumbing fixture I can't find parts for?
Absolutely. Sourcing specialty parts is one of our strengths, a service born from our long history in the trade. Whether it's for a vintage faucet, an older water heater, or a discontinued garbage disposal model, our team uses our extensive network and in-store inventory to track down the correct part for your repair, often saving you the cost and hassle of a full fixture replacement.
Key Services
- Water heater repair
- Plumbing inspection
- Garbage disposal repair
- Toilet installation
- Faucet installation
- Plumbing repair
- Sump pump installation
Our Story
Since 1917, the Schmidlin family has been a trusted name in Toledo for heating, cooling, and plumbing services. Founded by Dan and Carl Schmidlin, the business has evolved through generations, from Schmidlin Brothers Heating Company to A-1 Schmidlin Plumbing & Heating under their nephew Oscar, and finally to Schmidlin, Inc., which is still run by the family today. Now led by Walter Schmidlin, the company brings over a century of local knowledge and hands-on experience to every job. We specialize in sourcing hard-to-find parts for plumbing, HVAC, and heating systems and are committed to providing personalized, one-on-one customer service from our Toledo storefront. Our deep roots in the community mean we understand the specific needs of area homes and are dedicated to reliable, long-lasting solutions for our neighbors.
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Tue: | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Wed: | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Thu: | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Fri: | 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Sat: | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sun: | Closed |

