Drip, drip, drip. No matter how tightly you turn the handle, the faucet keeps dripping. Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh. You jiggle the handle, but the toilet keeps running. These sounds are not music to the ears; they signal two of the most common plumbing problems. In our most recent blog, the plumbers at Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, […]
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You know you should use a professional plumber for big jobs. But if you enjoy tackling smaller projects, occasionally there might be an opportunity for you to be a “do-it-yourselfer.” Caulking a tub is one such project. It shouldn’t cost you more than $30 to get the supplies and should take you less than two […]
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We know the value of annual physicals. A doctor can detect a problem while it’s treatable before it morphs into a serious ailment. Our furnaces, like our bodies, need regular checkups or small problems grow into costly repairs. What are some of the unwanted problems we face when prolonging a furnace repair? Risk Emergencies Strange […]
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“Have you seen last winter’s utility bills?! There must be something we can do to bring down these costs.” If you’re frustrated with your energy bills from last winter, you might consider replacing your old furnace with an energy-efficient one. Furnaces with ENERGY STAR certifications, rated by the Department of Energy’s unbiased testing, “are designed […]
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It’s winter and it’s freezing outside. But the furnace is operating at peak efficiency and you are quite comfortable inside. Except the air is really dry. Your skin is cracking. Your throat is scratchy. And you might even get the occasional static electricity shock. Not to mention potential damage to floors and furniture caused by […]
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With just a few weeks before we greet 2021, now is the time to be thinking about your new year’s resolutions. Here are 12 things you can resolve to do in 2021 for your electric system and how you use electricity. LED lights. LED light bulbs cost more initially, but use 75% less energy than […]
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Most of us do not think about replacing our furnace or heater until it’s too late. The temperature begins to fall in the house well below the thermostat setting, and we realize the furnace has died. Could we have seen this emergency coming? And how often do you need to replace a furnace? Here are […]
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The Christmas tree is up. The ball is about to drop from Times Square. And you’re making your new year’s resolutions. Does your list include reminders to be nice to your HVAC system? If not, here are 12 suggestions (hint: not “one a month”; take care of them as quickly as you can). Change your […]
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With the new year around the corner, you’re undoubtedly making your new year’s resolutions. Lose weight. Save money. Etc. While you’re at it, resolve to treat your plumbing system with respect. Here are an even dozen resolutions to get you started – one for every month of the year. But this doesn’t mean you can […]
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Responding to restrictions imposed by COVID-19, retailers cleverly offered their holiday sales long before Thanksgiving. Sadly, utility companies do not offer “Black Friday” sales, but you can give yourself a discount on your bill by following a few simple tips. 1. Maintain your system Performing routine maintenance on your furnace and ductwork will increase the […]
Read MoreThe weather is warming. The days are getting longer. Welcome to spring! But in addition to those positives, the advent of spring also means thund Read more…
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