How to Ensure Your Sewer Lines Stay Clean and Clear
The old adage – “it’s easier to keep up than catch up” – certainly applies to sewer line maintenance. Particularly when catching up involves enlisting the help of repair experts, keeping up saves a significant amount of money, too. By following a few simple tips, you can avoid costly sewer line cleanups and repairs. Never […]
What May Happen if Basement Flooding is Not Fixed Right Away
“Rain, rain, go away…” During an unusually rainy season, water may seep into your basement through the foundation or basement walls. Improperly graded yards can send water pooling around your foundation. If the sump pump fails due to power outages or mechanical problems, water can accumulate, flooding your entire basement. When flooding or seepage occurs, […]
Why the Phrase “Sewer Rodding” Shouldn’t Scare You
The phrase, “sewer rodding,” ranks slightly below “root canal” on our comfort level scale. Like the need for the dreaded dental procedure, the problem lies below the surface. But take heart, sewer rodding is far less painful and provides equally good results. What is “sewer rodding”? Sewer rodding is a mechanical procedure used to clear […]
Buying a New Refrigerator
The average life of a refrigerator is 13 years. So if your refrigerator is getting to that age, you might consider replacing it. Even if it is not that old, newer models are so much more energy-efficient that you might want to replace your current unit just for the energy savings. While you should do […]
Is Your Home Protected from Power Surges? If Not, it Should Be
Summer thunderstorms may bring much-needed rain, but the lightning accompanying those storms can also bring something less desirable power surges. What is a power surge? It’s a spike in voltage delivered to your electrical supply, capable of damaging your electrical appliances and electronic devices. Though not as powerful as lightning, the turning on and off […]
How to Get Your AC Unit to Stand the Test of Time
You budgeted, saved, researched and took the leap to invest in a new AC system for your home. Now you can sit back and enjoy escaping the heat and humidity of the season. But how long can you expect this AC unit to last? Can you do anything to lengthen the life of your system? […]
Sewage Pumps
If you have a house with a basement, undoubtedly you are familiar with the sump pump that resides there, pumping excess water out and into your yard or the storm sewer system. You count on it to prevent your home from flooding due to heavy rains. What you often take for granted – but just […]
Why You Should Change Your AC Filter Every Month
We may complain about the long winter, but now it’s AC time. Before you turn the thermostat to “cool,” if you have not done so already, have you remembered to check the AC filter? That pesky dust we wand off our furniture each week clings to the AC unit’s filter. Dirt and grime clog those […]
RPZ Devices
RPZ devices may be among the least known plumbing devices out there, but they are also extremely important. RPZ (which stands for Reduced Pressure Zone) devices protect your drinking water and municipal water supply from contamination, bacteria and pollution. That is why many states and municipalities – including Illinois – require RZP devices for certain […]
Why You Should Hire a Professional to Handle Even Minor Electrical Issues
Ready to tackle a minor electrical issue to save money? Before you start this DIY project, weigh two important concepts – risk and reward. You may be focusing on the reward, saving a few dollars, but you need to think about the cost of the risk. Electrical DIY projects often tip the scales toward risk. […]