Suburban Plumbing Experts

  Frozen pipes are some common and unwanted problems landlords often have to deal with. It is not unusual to be called in the middle of winter and informed by your tenant that the water supply in the rental property has been cut off due to a frozen pipe. This can happen for a few reasons like pipes freezing because there is a rapid drop in outside temperature. But this alone will not cause the pipes to freeze unless the building’s insulation is damaged or inadequate and the inside temperature is set too low. Usually, pipes freeze because your tenants failed to take the right actions to prevent them. For instance, a tenant who is going away temporarily may turn off the heat inside their apartment. Tenants may also fail to leave faucets dripping to keep water flowing through the pipes. Most of the time, the frozen pipes are located on the outside of the building or inside the exterior-facing walls of the house. They may also be pipes that are close to openings in the walls of the bui...

                   It is essential to prevent plumbing emergencies in your house because they are disastrous. Plumbing issues can even  make your property uninhabitable . That is why most homeowners dread it. The majority of things that lead to plumbing emergencies are preventable with proper maintenance. It is far cheaper to prevent plumbing emergencies than to handle the outcome. Constant water supply to the toilet, bathroom, and kitchen depends on the plumbing system. Despite this, most people undervalue the plumbing system of their house. Sometimes, you may tend to forget the plumbing because it stays hidden from our sights. You only remember them when there is a malfunction. However, this should not be the case. The plumbing system is responsible for the sanitary conditions that you enjoy at home. Even when plumbing emergencies are rampant, most homeowners overlook the imminent signs. They only tackle the issue when the plumbin...

Frozen Pipes are the worst! Every Winter in the Illinois when the temperatures start to plunge, homeowners and businesses have to fear the dreaded frozen pipe issue that can arise.  Having frozen pipes is one thing, but if the pipes actually burst, it can become a huge nightmare and very costly. Depending where exactly a pipe bursts in your home or business can cause major flooding and property damage. We here at Suburban Plumbing Experts are professional plumbers, and we know exactly how you can prevent frozen pipes. We have been  helping customers with burst pipes and pipe thawing for over 20 years  and know the proper steps to avoid your pipes from freezing! We love to educate homeowners on how to prevent frozen pipes or having their pipes burst. One of the first steps to take is to winterize your home before Winter actually begins, usually around the end of November. Pipe Thawing Specialists The most common places for pipes to freeze are in crawl spaces, basement...

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...

One of the first signs of a frozen pipe inside of your home is turning on a plumbing fixture and experiencing little to no water flow. If you experience a “no water flow” situation, the first thing you want to do is turn off the main water valve to your property. It is important that you do not attempt to thaw out any pipes that you feel may be frozen with an open flame such as a torch. It is also dangerous to attempt pipe thawing with a hair dryer or electric heater. If water leaks then you will run the risk of getting electrocuted! The Suburban Plumbing Experts recommend calling a professional to thaw out your frozen pipes. You want to take care of the situation promptly because frozen pipes have a tendency to burst. Water damage from burst pipes can be catastrophic and extremely costly. Our licensed experts have the knowledge and experience that is required to unthaw your frozen pipes in a safe and efficient manner.   Professional Pipe Thawing Pipe thawing can be a very time-c...

Why did my pipe freeze? Water expands when it freezes. This expansion puts an extreme amount of pressure on your pipes regardless if it is made of PVC, copper, or metal. This pressure can cause the pipes inside your home to freeze, and even worse, burst. When pipes are exposed to the extreme cold on a consistent basis, they run a high risk of freezing. Water supply lines that are most likely to freeze are those that run along an exterior wall of your home, reside outside, or run through an unheated area of your house.    Experiencing Frozen Pipes One of the first signs of a frozen pipe inside of your home is turning on a plumbing fixture and experiencing little to no water flow. If you experience a “no water flow” situation, the first thing you want to do is turn off the main water valve to your property. It is important that you do not attempt to thaw out any pipes that you feel may be frozen with an open flame such as a torch. It is also dangerous to attempt pipe thawing wi...