Suburban Plumbing Experts

  COMMON WATER HEATER PROBLEMS AND TROUBLESHOOTING Water heaters are so important you probably couldn’t live without them. Even if your home is not in an area with cold winters, the water heater is still an essential home appliance, says  Keyrenter Management . That is why issues with the water heater can be very distressing. Water heaters make it possible to have warm water on demand for various occasions; a hot shower, washing your hands, or cleaning the dishes. However, because they are constantly being used, water heaters are liable to break down. If you know how to detect the  issues with your water heater , you may be able to keep the flow of hot water in your home constant. What are the common problems homeowners encounter with their water heater and how can you identify or resolve these problems? THE WATER HEATER IS NOT PRODUCING HOT WATER  If there is no hot water from the water heater, the appliance may not be getting power. Possible causes of the problem i...

Buying a new home is exciting, but it is important to know exactly what you are buying before signing any papers. Having any plumbing repairs or having to add new appliances can quickly add up, especially if they are needed shortly after moving into the new home. If you do find any problems ahead of time, ask that the previous owner drop the overall cost of the home so these repairs can be fixed. Here are some tips on what you should be looking for to know what plumbing features you should be inspecting before buying a new home. Water Supply and Toilets Older homes can be easily identified by the type of pipes they have. Steel and lead piping are materials that were very common 30-40 years ago but are currently not being used in modern day home plumbing. If an older house has updated copper or plastic piping, it's safe to say that the original pipes have been replaced over the years. If a home has the original steel or lead pipes, be prepared for possible plumbing repairs or plumbi...

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....

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...

What you should be looking for After months and months with your family staying at home,  most of your appliances are probably getting much more use than normal. Although most homeowners have a maintenance warranty on their air conditioners and heating systems, they don’t always pay as much attention to the water heaters in the home. Water Heaters just sit in the corners of your home usually and go unattended until a problem arises. Many  water heater maintenance  troubles require an experienced professional plumber, but there are some basic things most homeowners can do themselves. First would be to the reading of the water heater manual to understand how often maintenance actually should be done. When homeowners purchase a new water heater tank, they should be able to sign up for a maintenance plan and/or warranty. Some  licensed plumbers  also offer a water heater type maintenance plan or a home plumbing system maintenance plan that requires them to come out ...

A water heater controls the temperature of the water output by your sinks and showers. If your water heater suddenly stops working, life could get very cold indeed. We are experts in repairing or replacing hot water heaters . If you're considering water heater repair or water heater replacement, Suburban Plumbing Experts has a few tips: – Check the manufacturer's recommended service life. Consider repair if your unit is well under the service life. Most manufacturers expect their products to last from 6 to 12 years. – Consider outside factors such as severe weather conditions, the integrity of the original installation, and amount of maintenance your water heater has received over the years. If your unit has weathered a great deal of inclement weather and neglected maintenance, it may be time to replace your unit. We service and install both residential and commercial grade water heaters. – Leaks around the tank or lack of reliability means it's time to replace your unit...