by EGVS&P | May 4, 2023 | Sump Pumps
Having a sump pump can be a lifesaver in the event of water backup or flooding, but like any of the systems in your home, it needs to be properly maintained. That way, when you do need it, you won’t have to worry about it failing and leaving you with a serious mess on...
by EGVS&P | Nov 23, 2021 | Basement
Lots of rainfall can be both a great thing, and also a not-so-great thing. It depends on which perspective you have. While this is great for crops and other plants that need water, it’s not as great for basements. After heavy rainfall, basements can quickly...
by EGVS&P | Mar 1, 2021 | Spring Cleaning
Rain is a part of life each spring, but for many, that means springtime flooding. This can be a flooding of the yard, the basement, the parking lot or driveway, and more. The problem is, when your yard or structure floods, it can lead to a wide range of problems....
by EGVS&P | Jul 1, 2020 | Sewer, Sump Pumps
There are few things as unpleasant as walking into a basement filled with water. Knowing you may have lost precious items that had been stored for safekeeping is devastating, and the cleanup process can be costly and time consuming. However, the financial and personal...
by EGVS&P | Feb 1, 2020 | Plumbing Repairs
It’s been an unusual winter season so far here in Chicagoland. We had a very snowy and frigid Halloween followed by a 60 degree Christmas. Most long-term residents know this weather is par for the course in the Midwest, but springtime is always sure to bring plenty of...
