Plumbing Tips & Advice

Preventing Drain Disasters During the Holidays

Preventing Drain Disasters During the Holidays Sewer and drain problems occur more frequently during the holiday months when kitchens are often at full capacity and guests are in the home. Kitchen sink drains and disposals, clogged toilets and backed up sewer lines are just a few of the common plumbing […]

4 Ways to Increase Water Heater Efficiency

Tank storage water heaters are one of the most energy intensive appliances in the average home, second only to heating and cooling systems. The good news is that by changing some habits and installing a few basic accessories, you can reduce energy consumption from your hot water heater significantly. 1.

Spring Plumbing Checklist

Spring Plumbing Checklist As the warm, inviting weather of spring arrives in the Chicagoland area, it’s a perfect time for homeowners to perform a thorough check of both indoor and outdoor plumbing systems. Ensuring your plumbing is in top condition not only prevents water wastage but also helps you avoid

Fall Plumbing Maintenance Checklist

Fall is here and freezing cold temperatures are right around the corner. Now is the time to ensure your plumbing system is ready. By finding the small problems and making repairs today you can prevent expensive damage and the inconvenience of plumbing failures this winter. Here are the systems we

Quick Tip Video – Locating Your Water Shutoff Valve

Chances are you’ll never have a plumbing catastrophe, like a burst pipe. If you do, you can’t afford to waste precious minutes searching for the main water shutoff valve. That’s why it’s crucial for every homeowner to know where this valve is and how to shut it off. The first

Quick Tip Video – Maintaining Your Water Heater

Here’s something you can do yourself to help your water heater live a rich, full life. Flush your water heater once a year. Why? mineral deposits and rust can collect in water heaters, which means they have to work harder to heat water. Flushing removes this sediment, allow your water

Is Your Sump Pump Ready For Spring?

With the spring thaw and rain showers, water can begin to seep into foundations, causing basement flooding. Many homes in the Chicago area will experience some amount of ground water seepage inside. Even a little bit water seepage into the home can cause damage by creating an environment for mold

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