by DRC Plumbing & Sewer | Aug 22, 2022 | Drains, Hot Water Heaters, Plumbing emergency, Plumbing mistakes, Plumbing Tips, Sump pumps
As professional plumbers, we’ve seen a lot of emergency plumbing issues. Some of these are the result of older homes with inferior pipes and systems. The natural wear and tear on joints and valves can present challenges to home owners and apartment dwellers in these...
by DRC Plumbing & Sewer | Jul 18, 2022 | Plumbing emergency, Plumbing Tips
We all like surprises: birthday parties, gifts, unexpected visits from loved ones, and so on. Those spontaneous moments can be absolutely delightful. However, some surprises are just downright nasty, and one of those is the discovery of a water leak or flooding...
by DRC Plumbing & Sewer | Mar 15, 2022 | Drains, Plumbing emergency, Plumbing Tips, Sewers, Sump pumps
The drainage system for your home’s plumbing helps to maintain a healthy and dry environment. Bathroom and kitchen areas have plumbing which carry harmful waste water down sink, toilet, tub, and shower drains out to a sewer pipe to send that waste underground below...
by DRC Plumbing & Sewer | Oct 19, 2021 | Bathroom Plumbing, Plumbing emergency, Plumbing Tips
If you’re a homeowner, you should know that sometimes things happen with plumbing. With consistent use and constant pressure, faucets, hoses, drains, fixtures, sewers, sump pumps, and other items will eventually wear and fail. Angi (formerly Angie’s List) recommends...
by DRC Plumbing & Sewer | Jul 22, 2021 | Drains, Plumbing emergency, Plumbing mistakes, Plumbing Tips
Your doctor, nutritionist, or personal trainer may be telling you that grease is bad for your diet. But, you should also know that grease and oils are terrible for the health of your plumbing! If you are draining the grease from your pots and pans into your kitchen...
by DRC Plumbing & Sewer | Feb 15, 2021 | Plumbing emergency, Plumbing Tips
In the Chicagoland area, February has been unkind with an artic weather pattern which brings with it snow and sub-zero temperatures. The trend is forecasted to continue significantly further into the month. We hope that your home is prepared and that you are safe,...
