Winter is upon us, and so, too, is the problem of having your pipes freeze over when you least expect it. The three most common reasons why pipes freeze is due to poor insulation, quick drops in temperature, and thermostats that aren’t set high enough. However, you don’t have to immediately resign yourself to shelling out tons of money to repair your...
Read MoreHave you ever run out of hot water while taking a shower? It’s very frustrating and can be terribly inconvenient at times. To solve this problem, many people in Chicago are getting rid of their old water tanks and installing tankless water heater systems. Let’s check out three good reasons to buy one today. On Demand Heated Water When you decide to go...
Read MoreDrains are one component that many homeowners don’t think about until they start backing up, smelling or causing other problems. The way to maintain your drains and the rest of your plumbing system is to take the proactive approach. While a plumbing contractor can most certainly help restore your drains, these tips are great for reducing the need to call a...
Read MoreMost people understand that their sewer system transports the waste from their house to the city’s sewer lines, but if there is a sewer backup that occurs in the Chicago area, they need to call Apex Plumbing for help. We have been in business since 1983 and are determined to do our best to assist our customers with all of their plumbing needs. A sewer backup...
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With a wealth of DIY videos and instructions out there, anyone can be their own plumber. However, while learning DIY sewer and plumbing repair skills and tips are often enough to get the job done, there’s a bit of a risk that you might get in way over head. Here are some tips from Popular Mechanics on how to be a better DIYer when it comes to plumbing and sewer...
Read MoreDealing with plumbing emergencies can be stressful. That can be especially true if you don’t have as much experience solving plumbing problems. So instead of taking them on, Dummies shares here some emergencies where calling over an emergency plumber instead is your best bet: Sewer Line Blockage If your sewer line keeps backing up, you might have a problem with one...
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