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At least one in every four homes experience water leaks.  Burst pipes  and water leaks are not uncommon. Whether you own the home or rent it, you should expect leaks. You cannot avoid all instances of water leaks. However, you can put up measures to reduce the extent of  damage to your property  and your expenses. Some leaks are very obvious. You can either see them or hear the dripping sound of water. However, other forms of leaks may not be so apparent. They can occur quietly and you only notice them when they have caused serious damage to the property. That is why it is essential to detect leaks early. In this article, we will discuss how you can  detect water leaks in your house  even when it is hidden. HOW TO DETECT WATER LEAKS IN YOUR HOME A drop in water pressure There are two ways you can check for the water pressure in your home. One is by using a pressure gauge. The second one is by observing the water flow rate. If you are using a pressure gauge,...

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....

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...

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...

Leaks  in hard to access plumbing pipes, drains, and water lines not only waste water but can lead to extensive damage; particularly when pipes are located underground. Warm spots on concrete slab floors, cracks in your foundation, and wet soil in your garden can indicate underground leaks. As specialists in underground water leak detection, we can locate and repair hidden leaks with minimal disruption to your property. Our expert plumbers use the most advanced  leak detecting  equipment for water leak detection. Using high-tech equipment like in-line video cameras, microphones, and amplifiers, our experienced plumbers can pinpoint the exact location of a leak. Whether the leak is behind a wall, under a concrete slab, or beneath garden soil, we’re experts at water pipe leak detection. Noticing  water surfacing  in a particular area does not mean the water leak in the pipe is nearby. Some leaks are not visible and need to be located by plumbing professionals...