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Have you been putting off getting plumbing repairs fixed in your bathroom? This is not always the best decision. Without your bathroom in prime working order, your home would be in shambles!  Keeping your bathroom(s) plumbing system in working order is always a smart move. Here are some bathroom plumbing issues that are a common occurrence in most households. Water Back Up If water that is backing up into your sinks, tubs, or showers is coming from your washer, or worse, your toilet, you have a big problem and plumbing repair services are in your very near future. If you put off a needed repair like this it usually leads to unsanitary conditions all throughout your home. but it could also allow the situation to get even further out of hand, necessitating more expensive repairs brought on by waiting too long to call out your plumber. Leaky Hot Water Heater Tank Standing water around your water heater is never a good sign. and to make matters worse, a leaking hot water heater is some...

Fall in Illinois is right around the corner...again! Welcome to the 2 weeks out of the year that we get Fall in Illinois! Ok, maybe we get a month of fall in Illinois, but that’s not important. What is important though, is making sure that your home plumbing system is ready for the Fall season before we get quickly into Winter. We have compiled some Fall plumbing tips to make sure that your home plumbing system is ready for the harsh changing of weather over the next handful of months. Remove, Drain and Store Garden Hoses You want your garden hose to last another year, so it’s important that you properly store it away. When the hose has been disconnected, drain the water and place it in an area of your home that will not reach freezing temperatures. Water that’s left over inside the hose can freeze and expand causing the hose to break! Cleaning of Your Gutters We do realize this isn’t a plumbing tip, but it’s a tip that can help keep damage from occurring to your home's foundation....

In today's world of Social Media, it is getting easier to do projects yourself without hiring a professional (see YouTube). It can be incredibly rewarding to see the results of your own successful work doing DIY projects. With many Do It Yourself projects, you can roll up your sleeves and figure things out as you go. Easy right? A DIY project like building a shelf in your closet can be successfully done with some online guidance and testing, even if you don't know much about building to begin with. Trust me, I am one of these people! There are some things, however, that require professional training and expertise to successfully complete, such as licensed plumbing work. A lot of people think they can save money by doing their own kitchen or bathroom plumbing, but unlike other home projects, even the tiniest mistakes do not come cheap. There is no room at all for "testing", and if you attempt to figure it out as you go, you could end up doing more damage than good. Wat...

Water lines are vital to many aspects of our daily life, such as drinking water, recreation, and agriculture. When you conserve water, you can help protect your local environment and ecosystems.  Check out these simple tips and tricks to help you cut back on water use yearly and to help you save money. At Suburban Plumbing Experts , we work with water, a LOT. We are plumbers and we know the importance of having clean water every single day. Thankfully, conserving water is easier than you may think. Small changes in your water use habits can go a long way toward helping the environment, and again, saving you money! Here are a few easy tips to get started. Stop Buying Bottled Water Start by installing a water filter on your kitchen sink tap. Even though this doesn't necessarily cut down on the amount of water you use, it does reduce the need for buying bottled water. Buying bottled water can get expensive and it also harms the environment by increasing the amount of plastic that...

For most homeowners, the day when you need to find a good local plumbing service can be stressful. However, getting help with professional plumbing services in your area doesn’t need to be stressful and can come with peace of mind if you’re able to make the right choice. To help ensure you make the right choice when it comes to selecting the plumbing services provider for your needs, Suburban Plumbing Experts has created some easy tips that you can use to get the best results from your search for a local plumbing expert. Remember that if you have any specific questions or help, please feel free to give us a call at 708-480-2073 or send us an email and someone from our knowledgable staff will be glad to help or guide you in the right direction. Finding the Correct Plumber If you are not in an emergency plumbing hurry, take a moment to do some online research for some options on local plumbing services. Different plumbing services require different skills, knowledge, and experience....

A sudden surge of hot or cold water while you are showering is a sure sign that someone else in the home is the culprit causing this. The most common thing is a flush of the toilet, but other activities can change the water temperature as well. Find out what exactly is causing these temperature fluctuations in your shower and learn how you can resolve this issue. Sudden Surge of Cold Water When water in your shower suddenly turns cold,  it can be for a few various reasons. If you have a smaller hot water heater, you could have used all the available hot water. If this is the case the water will turn cold and cold only. If you experience a sudden surge of cold water that only lasts for a few moments, it is likely that someone else in your home is using the hot water. This can occur when an appliance such as the washing machine or your dishwasher is running or when someone is running hot water from a faucet in another bathroom or the kitchen. This occurs for the same reason of you ge...

Hydro-Jetting is a great option for anyone concerned about the overall long term health of their pipes and the environment around them.  Hydro-Jetting is a sewer drain cleaning technique that properly releases any clogs in your drain or sewer line. Hydro-Jetting is a process in which highly pressurized water is used to clean and maintain pipes and drains. It works by pushing debris out of pipes and pulverizing solid objects like tree roots. Hydro-Jetting in Brookfield, Illinois Hydro-Jetting vs. Plumbing Snake When it comes to clogged sewer lines and drain lines, you have a few routes you can choose. Hydro Jetting or using a plumbing snake. Deciding between the two often depends on how big the situation is. A plumbing snake works best for small clogs that are easily dislodged. Hydro-Jetting works best when it comes to clearing sewer lines infested with major debris. Items such as sewer tree roots and sludge can clog and back up the entire sewer line system. Clear Sewer and Dra...

The frigid Winter cold in Illinois can cause serious damage to a lot of homes each year. While most people consider these Winter cold damages unavoidable, there are still many of ways to prevent them. If you don’t act in time, cold temperature damages can cost you a lot of money in terms of your home insurance premiums and higher electric bills. A majority of these higher Winter costs could be avoided by planing in advance and taking preventive measures in terms of winter proofing your home. You do NOT want to lose your heating in the cold Winter months, so it is always to plan ahead. We recommend starting to prepare your home before the temperature drops below 50 degrees, usually around mid-fall give or take. Walls and Exterior of your Home One of the most important precautions you have to make is to make sure that the water from the rain or melting snow doesn’t reach the outside exterior structure itself by leaking through the exterior walls. Check around your home thoroughly for any...

The difference between a commercial and residential plumbing system is that a commercial plumbing system is usually more tough and sturdy than a home residential plumbing system. Since the materials used to build a commercial plumbing system are almost always made of high grade material than what is used in a residential system, they are able to handle a higher amount of usage and sometimes the abuse that the public can put them through. The higher grade of material initially comes with a higher cost, it also means that your commercial system should provide many more years of reliable service with a lot fewer plumbing issues than what one might see with a residential sewer system. As the years pass, most well built commercial systems can show signs of wear and eventually you will need to either replace your buildings plumbing system or give it an upgrade. Here are some signs that your commercial plumbing system may be in need of a repair. Water Stains While water stains on ceiling ti...

Some sewer line issues are caused by the homeowner themselves. That includes things like clogs formed after the wrong things are put down the drain or in the toilet. Most all sewer line issues simply occur due to nature though. While this doesn’t mean you are powerless against sewer line problems, with a little due diligence and the combination of  the correct preventive sewer repair services, you can stop these sewer line issues before they even occur outside of your home. The best way to get to the bottom of any sewer issues is a sewer video camera inspection . Damage to the Pipe There are many reasons a sewer line pipe can break, and it won’t be your own fault. Soil can shift throughout the seasons of the year, and can put stress on the sewer pipes which in turn can cause them to burst or rupture. Older sewer pipes are at risk of corroding, which then can turn into leaks. Sewer pipes are held together by seals, and as these seals deteriorate over time, they can cause w...

Many Illinois homeowners are deciding to switch to tankless water heater installation for several reasons. Switching over to a tankless water heater has helped many homeowners save money. If you have been considering purchasing a tankless water heater and needing an installation, the plumbers at Suburban Plumbing Experts are a fully licensed and insured plumbing team. First and Foremost, Make the Switch to Save Money! A tankless water heater installation can help save you save hundreds of dollars over the years. A tankless water heating unit can last 5 to 10 years longer than traditional water heater tanks. There are also government tax rebates available for switching over to a tankless water heating unit. Tankless water heating units also use much less energy as a traditional system as they only heat the amount of water needed at that moment. Tankless units are often referred to as “on demand” water heaters. A lot of energy is wasted in older units when water previously heated up coo...

In Illinois you can lower your water heating costs by using less hot water, and there are certain things that you can do in order to accomplish this goal. Fix Any and All Leaks If your water heater is leaking, water heater repair will go a long way in helping you lower your energy bills. A local plumbing company will be able to send a licensed plumbing technician to your home to check your water heater tank for leaks and clean the water tank collector when it is needed and help you select an energy efficient water heater if it is time for a water heater replacement. A professional plumber can also inspect your entire home and all appliances for leaks including the kitchen and bathroom faucets and shower heads. Purchase Energy Efficient Appliances For starters, it is best to choose new energy efficient appliances right off the bat. Dishwashers and washing machines require a lot of energy to heat the water elements to the required temperature. By starting off buying these energy saving ...

One of the most recent trends with some new homeowners is to purchase a vintage home with the intention of keeping as close to its original condition as possible. While this is becoming a very common thing for newer homeowners, there are some issues that can arise when you purchase an older home. Without having the proper plumbing inspections done on the home, here are our some of the plumbing problems that can come along with your older home’s new headaches. Faulty Sewer Lines Your recently purchased home’s plumbing does not just have an impact on your home. Problems with your plumbing can have an impact on the homes surrounding sewer lines. If you did recently purchase an old home, then you are more likely to have problems with your sewer line due to tree overgrowth which can cause sewer tree root problems , where tree roots actually start growing inside of your pipes. Sewer tree roots are quite a common problem in many areas. Leaking Appliances If you purchased your older home and i...

Unfortunately, Sooner or later, every plumbing pipe in your home will fail and need to be fixed or replaced.  This includes the main water line leading into your home. When the main water line experiences trouble, it affects every plumbing pipe fixture and appliance in your home. In ideal situations, a main line could last you for decades. This depends on a lot of factors though. Regardless, there could be damage. Repairing a sewers main line can be pricey and the possible downtime could become very inconvenient for you. You can prepare for and perhaps reduce cost and disruption by having a  sewer camera inspection  of your main sewer line every few years. The greatest threats to your sewers main line can occur slowly over time and a sewer camera inspection can help find clogs or blockages before they occur. Clogged Sewer Line What Can Actually Go Wrong? Your main sewer line faces potential threats from the inside and the outside. From the outside, one of the biggest thre...

Your pipes are always operating. Whether you are brushing your teeth, flushing the toilet, washing dishes, running the washing machine, etc. your pipes are working. That’s a lot of water that moves through your home pipes on a daily basis! All that daily water that’s constantly running can wear out your pipes. Over a period of time, they can start to thin out. Of course this will lead to your pipes eventually leaking, and the worst thing, burst pipes! It is impossible to stop your pipes from wearing out completely, but you can slow the process down quite a bit. With some elbow grease and effort, you can make your pipes last a lot longer than they might otherwise. Here are some easy ways to do this: Make sure your water pressure is set at the right level. High water pressure tends to wear out pipes and their connections faster the harder it is coming out. Check that your homes PSI stays below 85 to ensure proper pipe safety. If you’re concerned about water pressure problems, consider...