by Elk Grove Village Sewer & Plumbing | Nov 16, 2023 | Video Inspection
Running water and indoor plumbing make modern life possible. It’s difficult to imagine life if we still had to use outhouses or carry water from the well or river to wash the dishes. Today, we can wash the dishes in the comfort of our own kitchens, and our bathrooms...
by Elk Grove Village Sewer & Plumbing | Nov 9, 2023 | Water heater
It’s time to wash up after dinner. You turn on the hot water to rinse your dishes so you can load them in the dishwasher, and it hits you –– a foul odor coming from the faucet. What gives? Why does your water heater smell? A few different things can make the water...
by Elk Grove Village Sewer & Plumbing | Oct 26, 2023 | Frozen Pipes
Freezing pipes cause thousands of dollars in damage every single year. Burst pipes are among the leading causes of property damage during winter months, in fact, and can lead to all manner of other issues. Taking a proactive approach by protecting your pipes from...
by Elk Grove Village Sewer & Plumbing | Oct 19, 2023 | Sump Pumps
Sump pumps are handy to have for drainage and keeping your basement dry. They can also help pump out groundwater or water backup from excess rains, floods, and other occurrences. However, like all electrical equipment, they eventually wear out and will need to be...
by Elk Grove Village Sewer & Plumbing | Sep 28, 2023 | Cleaning and Maintenance
When you own a home, the costs add up quickly. Fortunately, there are some bills that you can control to a certain degree, such as your water bill. You need water, of course, but do you really need to be using as much as you are? An average family may waste as much...