Skin care products can clog tub and shower drains

Bio Clean II  Some folks with dry skin types will use lots of oily products for their skin and hair. These products get into the drain and cause clogs just like we would see in a kitchen sink. This did not dawn on me until one of our plumbers came in the other day and told … Continue reading “Skin care products can clog tub and shower drains”

Drain Cleaning and Sewer Back-ups

Old plumbing systems differ greatly from new ones in terms of design. Chicago and other large cities have combined sewage and storm sewers, requiring different types of protection from sewer backups. Newer suburbs have seperate sewers – one for storm water and one for sewage.

Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #4

Part 4 of 4: Plumbing Services Some checkups are best done by professionals- but they’ll often save you from unexpected breakdowns and expensive repairs.   For snow birds – A professional plumbing winterization should be performed to keep your house safe from plumbing disasters while you are gone.  This will keep fixtures, water heaters etc … Continue reading “Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #4”

Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #3

Part 3 of 4: Appliances Checking up on your home appliances and drains before the winter begins will wind up saving you time and money.   Old garbage disposers can cause clogged drains.  Disposer blades wear out over time so they no longer do a good job of grinding up food.  When chunks of food … Continue reading “Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #3”

Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #2

Part 2 of 4: Home Maintenance Some basic maintenance around the home and garden will better protect your plumbing system against the cold.   Check gutters and downspouts for debris.  If there are leaves, twigs, etc. in them – clean them out or you will have a problem with ice dams on your roof. Empty … Continue reading “Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #2”

Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #1

Winter in Hinsdale IL Part 1 of 4: Basic Plumbing Checkups Even if you’re not a professional plumber, a few checks and adjustments will help prepare your home for the winter.   Remove the hoses from the spigots outside and shut off the spigot from inside (if there is a shut off there).  Drain hoses … Continue reading “Tips on Winterizing your Plumbing #1”

Christmas Scones

      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

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

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

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.