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Sewage backing up into your home is one of those situations where every minute counts. That’s why it’s important to know what to do in the first 10 minutes of a sewer backup emergency. What you do right now determines how much damage gets done, how much the cleanup costs, and how quickly life gets…

Chicago winters do not ease you in gently, but show up fast and hit hard. That is why getting through this fall plumbing checklist before temperatures drop is one of the smartest things you can do as a homeowner. Frozen pipes, failed sump pumps, and backed-up drains are all far more common in winter than…

Most sewer problems are invisible until they become impossible to ignore, and a sewer camera inspection changes that completely. But the question is – what to expect during a sewer camera inspection?  First of all, it is the fastest and most reliable way to find out what is actually happening inside your pipes without any…

Hydro jetting is one of the most powerful tools in a plumber’s arsenal, but it is not a magic fix for every sewer problem. So, what can hydro jetting fix, exactly? Hydro jetting drain cleaning does an exceptional job clearing out buildup, grease, roots, and debris that other methods leave behind. However, knowing what it…

A sump pump that fails during a heavy storm is one of the most expensive surprises a homeowner can face. Storm seasons bring serious rainfall, and your sump pump is the only thing standing between that water and your basement floor. That’s why it’s important to know how to test your sump pump before the…

Grease clogs are one of the most common and most preventable reasons people need drain cleaning services. Bacon grease. Leftover frying oil. The butter left in the pan after Sunday breakfast. Pouring it down the kitchen sink feels harmless in the moment – it’s liquid, after all, and it disappears the second the water runs.…