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Christmas Scones

By scot-admin

      These tender/crumbly, full-flavored scones feature cranberries and pecans. With oats in the dough, they’re a tasty throwback to their Scottish origins.       2 cups (8 1/2 ounces) King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour 1 cup (3 ounces) old-fashioned rolled oats or quick-cooking (not instant) oats 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon … Continue reading “Christmas Scones”


Drain Tips for unclogging tub drain

By scot-admin

Women’s Jams & Jellies are a tub drain clog culprit.  When these items get into the drain – which they do because much of these products  sit on top of the skin and are washed down the drain when bathing or showering.  Add those oils to soap scum and hair and you have a drain … Continue reading “Drain Tips for unclogging tub drain”


Lemon Scones with Lemon Glaze

By simon@scottishplumber.com

Serves/Makes:   16 Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons baking powder 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons grated lemon peel 1/2 cup butter (cut into 1/2-inch pieces) 2 eggs, beaten 2/3 cup milk 1 cup dried cranberries are a nice addition to this recipe Directions: Preheat oven to 450degrees F. Grease … Continue reading “Lemon Scones with Lemon Glaze”


Winter Sump Pump Coupon

By simon@scottishplumber.com

Print this coupon and present it at the time of service for a FREE sump pump inspection, plus $25 off any sump pump repair or $35 off any sump pump replacement! Serving Chicago Metro area.


MacRosemary Mini Scones

By simon@scottishplumber.com

Rosemary Scones


Does vinegar and baking soda unclog a drain?

By simon@scottishplumber.com

The Scottish Plumber recommends Bio-Clean to most homeowners who are looking for an environmentally friendly and safe way to clean their drains.


The Frozen Pipes Are Calling…

By simon@scottishplumber.com

The Chicago area has had some cold weather lately- with temperatures averaging around 10-20 degrees Fahrenheit and wind chill factors bringing it below zero in the last couple weeks.  And with cold weather and especially chilling winds, comes frozen pipes. It’s important to keep the water pipes in your home from freezing: frozen pipes can … Continue reading “The Frozen Pipes Are Calling…”


MacBanana Chocolate Chip Scones

By simon@scottishplumber.com

This is a sweet and chocolatey scone, but not too sweet or filling; with a cake-like consistency and a hint of banana flavor. Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1 ripe mashed banana 1 … Continue reading “MacBanana Chocolate Chip Scones”


Tub and Shower Drain Clogs

By scot-admin

Bio Clean Women’s jams & jellies are a common tub drain clog culprit. These items get into the drain because they sit on top of the skin and are washed down the drain when bathing or showering. Add those oils to soap scum and hair and you have some serious drain blockage. Today there are body scrubs that … Continue reading “Tub and Shower Drain Clogs”


Water Heaters “cash for clunkers” program

By simon@scottishplumber.com

Most homeowners don’t start thinking about their water heater until it suddenly stops working; which means they don’t have much time to shop around for the best deal and the most energy efficient model on the market.  When there’s no hot water in your home and you’re aching for a nice hot shower, you’ll take … Continue reading “Water Heaters “cash for clunkers” program”