Suburban Plumbing Experts

Not much more in your home is unsanitary than a shower that fills with water because the bathtub drain will not drain properly. You can get by with a bathtub that drains slowly for a short period of time, but it will only get worse as time goes on. To avoid the mess that is a backed up shower, you need to somehow re-open the drain to allow the water to move through freely. Typically, when you put the bathtub drain into the open position, all of the water drains out and down the drain hole. But, sometimes the bathtub won’t drain and then the water just sits at the bottom of the bathtub. This is the time you need to address the problem and get the issue repaired quickly. Most of the causes of this situation are easily fixed, but most of them will require a licensed professional plumber to be called in. When a bathtub begins to drain slowly , it is almost always hair that has built up and gets stuck in the drain or the drain pipe system. Usually you can see this hair and remove it rather ...

Everyone dreads plumbing problems as much as they do repairs to their cars.Your toilets, faucets and pipes can take a lot of abuse over the years and start to break down. This is when you need to call a reputable local plumber to help you. Here are some of the things to look for when searching for a professional plumbing business in your area . Impressive Experience A well-established and licensed plumber in Brookfield, Illinois should have both master and journeyman plumbing licenses.We here at Suburban Plumbing Experts do and take these licenses seriously. Our plumbers have gotten these licenses by attending trade school, completing an extensive apprenticeship, and working two to five years in the industry to qualify for an Illinois state plumbing license. All of our plumbers are also fully insured and bonded. We dispatch our licensed plumbing technicians to area homes and businesses with full confidence. We Work Quickly Your plumbing technician in Brookfield will always have the ne...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

Your Water Pressure Is Too Low A sudden drop in water pressure could bring on issues. This could indicate trouble with your plumbing like a buildup of minerals along the inner pipes. This could also be accompanied by rust, in which you may notice a change in the color and taste of water coming out of your pipes. Most of the time, mineralization along the inside of your pipes will lead to reduced water pressure. This problem is also common in  burst pipes  and corroded pipes. Older homes are more prone to this low water pressure issue. Hot Water is not Working Sometimes a cold shower is recommended for you, but no one wants to take cold showers every morning when it’s below 50 degrees outside. If you suddenly notice that the hot water in your home isn’t working, it’s almost always a sign that  something could be wrong with your water heater . It could also be that the thermostat is problematic or your pilot light has failed. Perhaps there is sediment buildup in the hot wat...

Whether you want to restore an old bathroom  or make your bathroom more contemporary, we can help. We can bring that old look back into your old Chicago style bathrooms; or install new designer bathtubs and showers that would give your bathroom a whole new look. We are skilled with restoring older bathrooms or making older bathrooms become more modern. We have access to a large inventory of  bathroom plumbing  fixtures that are both old and new. Whether you need bathroom fixtures, bathtub fixtures, or shower fixtures, we can help find the perfect fixtures for your new remodeled bathroom. Our bathroom sink selection allows for customized bathroom faucets from any era. We work with our customers to help with plumbing repairs and specialize in all aspects of bathroom plumbing. We are up to date with all of the modern bathroom fixtures, showers, sinks and tubs on the market. Our history in the Chicagoland area allows us to quickly realize any mismatched plumbing fixtures...