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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...