Suburban Plumbing Sewer Line and Drain Cleaning Experts

  UNDERGROUND SEWER LINE REPAIR IN CHICAGO Sewer main line blockage  can cause sewage to back up and find its way into the drains and tubs inside of your home. Sewer main line blockages often result in a pricey  sewer line repair  job for many homeowners. The price of having to replace flooring, appliances, etc. due of a backed up sewer main line can over take the cost of the original plumbing repairs swiftly, making early back up detections and repair your main focus on keeping costs down. A sewer main line back up can occur for a number of reasons. Excessive toilet paper being flushed, grease from kitchen sinks, hair build up from sinks and showers can all result in costly sewer line back ups. SEWER LINE REPLACEMENT IN CHICAGO Suburban Plumbing Experts  is a  Sewer Company  that is fully experienced performing  sewer line repair services  of all sizes and intensity. Whether you are in need of a small sewer line repair or a  full sewer ...

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...

These days, restaurants and bars rely heavily on their plumbing systems, because it represents an environment where the waste water supply and debris drainage are of utmost importance. There are quite a few plumbing services for bars and restaurants that are required for these certain businesses. There are different types of bars and restaurants each unique with their own specific plumbing specifications. The biggest part of maintaining top notch performance and cleanliness standards for your restaurant or pubs pipes include a regular drain cleaning and maintenance. Before conducting pipe cleaning and maintenance for your bar or restaurant, is it critical to understand why it is necessary. I am sure you do not want to have to close down an area of the restaurant or bar during a peak time in which you are crowded and having guests leave your establishment. How about a toilet or urinal in your restroom that over flows? Not only is it unsanitary, but it will cost you money. Money that is ...

If you happen to notice that your hot water heater is leaking water, you have a problem that needs to be addressed immediately. This may seem like a small problem, but it can quickly grow to a much larger issue if not properly taken care of. Leaking water can not only damage your home floors and walls, and other appliances, but it also causes mold growth that can be hazardous to your family’s health. In certain cases, a full water heater leak can flood your home or basement. As always, it is important to remember that although it may seem minimal now, the leak is not going to to just disappear and you should be thinking about fixing it sooner rather than later. Doing so can save you from more expensive damages to your home at a later date. Internal Tank Leak The most common reason that your hot water heater tank could be leaking is from damage to the tank itself. If your water tank is definitely leaking, it means that it has an internal problem that is allowing water to leak and starts...

People don't always think about their septic tank much, usually until it stops functioning properly. It is a good practice to recognize how your septic system works on the regular, so when you notice things acting differently, you can call for septic services before it gets out of control. Septic tank pumping and cleaning services are something every home owner with a septic tank is going to need at some point while living in their home.  Listed below are times when it could be time to call the Suburban Plumbing Experts for any septic maintenance or septic repairs.   Sewer Odors No one likes the foul smell of a sewer , but when you notice it coming from your home drain system or in the grass outside of your home, you know something is up. Sewer odors are a good signal that septic tank pumping services are in your near future.  Sewer gas can include ammonia, sulfide and methane. Exposure to any of these gases can cause headaches, dizziness, poisoning, and memory loss. If...

Basements are the most common area of your home to flood. Whether it is from heavy rainfall, melting snow, a roof drainage problem or a sump pump mishap, water always seems to find its way into basements. One of the most common causes of basement flooding in Illinois homes and businesses is sump pump failures due to a power outage from a recent storm. If you have your laundry set up in your basement, the leaks associated with washing machines are very common, especially when they are constantly overloaded. Issues with hot water tanks and water heaters can also result in leaks in your basement.  A Few Ways to Help You Prevent Basement Flooding in your Home: Repair Foundation Cracks -   Cracks in your house foundation can invite water seepage into the basement rather easily. To prevent any kind of basement flooding, inspect the full exterior of your home's foundation, its basement walls, and basement floors on a consistent basis. Properly Landscaped Yard - Make sure the design...

Turn Off Outdoor Faucets As the weather turns from warm to immediately freezing here in Illinois these days, homeowners need to start think about properly winterizing their homes. On the very top of this list of things to do is  taking care of outdoor hoses and sprinkler systems. Lawn and Garden hoses and all sprinklers should be disconnected, rolled up, and stored for the winter in your garage or basement. Second, shut off all outdoor faucets but first let any remaining water drain out. Once the faucet is shut off and drained, leave your faucet on until warmer weather is consistent, usually in the Spring. Make Sure Your Home’s Pipes Are Insulated One thing you can do when taking extra precautions to winterize your home's plumbing is to purchase a roll of thick insulation that you can wrap around your pipes. This insulation is made of fiberglass or polyethylene, and can be purchased online or at a hardware store or Menard's, Home Depot , etc. For even more extra protection from...