10 Benefits of a Standby Generator Maintenance Agreement
You’ve made the smart decision to invest in a standby generator to protect you, your home and possessions in case of a power outage. These generators can provide protection for decades, but only if you take care of them. That is why you need a standby generator maintenance agreement. These are often sold with the […]
Buying a New Sump Pump
Is it time to buy a new sump pump? For sure, if a sump pump failure has caused your basement to flood. But there may be other issues. Maybe it’s constantly running. Or making noises it shouldn’t be making. Or maybe it’s just seven years old or older and you want to be proactive before […]
Types of Carbon Water Filters
Whether you get your water from a municipal water system or a well, making sure the water is clean and healthy is critical. One way to do so is by using a carbon water filter. Carbon water filters use carbon rich materials — usually coconut shells — to remove impurities in the water. As water […]
13 Unlucky Signs You Need a New Air Conditioner
With warm weather here and hot weather on the way, we hope you have had your air conditioner tuned up. And before the weather does get hot, think about whether you might need a new air conditioner. There are several signs you may need a new air conditioner. Generally, they can be divided into money, […]
The Comprehensive Guide to Choosing an Air Conditioning System in Buffalo Grove
If you are spending hot days at locations like the Raupp Museum or Buffalo Grove Town Center because your home is hot and uncomfortable this summer, it may be time to make some changes. Choosing an air conditioning system can seem overwhelming and frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be. At Ravinia Plumbing, we make […]
Seven Tips for Buying a Standby Generator
Where we live in Chicago’s North Shore and Northwest suburbs, it is not a question of if the power goes out, it’s when. We have too much hot weather, cold weather, heavy winds and torrential rains to avoid it. And when the power does go out, here is what is at risk: Loss of power […]
Attic HVAC Systems
Most homes have their HVAC system tucked away either in a furnace room in the basement or in a utility room or closet in the main living area. But some people find it beneficial to put the HVAC unit in their attic, even if they have a basement. With an attic-mounted HVAC system, all the […]
Carbon Water Filters
Clean water has many benefits. It’s safe to drink. It’s healthier to bathe in for your hair and skin. It’s convenient – no need to boil, treat or filter it. It’s economical – no need for plastic water bottles. It’s environmentally friendly. If you get your water from a well, chemicals, metals, and microorganisms can […]
11 Signs You Need a New Sump Pump
Those April showers (and March ones, too, as we’ve experienced) do bring May flowers and green grass. But if your home’s sump pump fails, they can also lead to basement flooding and all the expense and hassle that accompanies it. So, make sure your sump pump and battery backup are in working order. Here are […]
Raise a Glass to Clean Water
Do you get your water from a municipal source or from a well? Either way, you’ll want the water coming into your home to be clean, healthy and pure. Five Benefits of Clean Water Most importantly, clean water is healthy drinking water. You don’t have to worry about getting sick from drinking water from your […]