Sump Pump Repair (Before And After)

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Call Us At (847) 624-3872

Call Us At (847) 624-3872

Fox Valley Plumbing plumbers located in Elgin, Il, are the experts to call when your existing sump pump malfunctions or is in need of replacement.

We will provide routine maintenance, repairs and inspections for all types of commercial and industrial sump pumps. Our skilled plumbers are also available to handle sump pump emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days year. You can rely on our licensed and insured professionals for quality, fast service.

A sump pump is the last line of defense when it comes to flood prevention, so it is important to make sure your sump pump is always operating properly.

Heavy rains, storm drain backups and broken pipes can potentially cause serious damage to your commercial property and its contents, as well as safety issues for the building’s inhabitants.

Sump pumps are generally installed in the lowest point of the building. Water that finds its way into the building is quickly diverted to the sump pit.

Hotels, apartment buildings and other commercial properties may have elevator sumps to prevent flooding in elevator shafts. The sump pump, triggered by a float switch, turns on when the water reaches a predetermined level. The sump pump removes water by pumping it to an approved area.

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The New Year is here again.

Some of us are we are thinking about our New Year’s resolutions. The usual promises to eat better and shed some pounds. Well how about saving some money this year with some plumbing resolutions as well?

All home owners know maintaining good care of your investment will pay off in a multitude of ways specifically in regards to your home or business’s plumbing.

It’s sometimes easy to forget that the plumbing works all day. This makes it susceptible to problems. Don’t call the plumber if you don’t have to in the New Year!

Add a few plumbing resolutions to your list and don’t worry about your plumbing in 2019.

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Your garbage disposal is not a garbage can – Though it does say the word garbage, trust us, all garbage is not for your garbage disposal. Promise yourself to properly dispose of food waste in the New Year. It will save you a few hundred dollars in the end. 

Take Charge – A lot of times a minor leak or clogged pipe or drain can turn into a real pain. Pay very close attention to all things that don’t seem right, loud sounds, water that doesn’t get hot or stays too hot, water squirting or a change in the color of your faucet water. These small hazards will not stay small. They often end up being expensive emergency calls.

Get new appliances if possible – Are some of your appliances 7, 10 or even 15 years old? 

Appliances at the end of their shelf lives can cause more problems then they are worth.  Invest now and save later.  A busted water heater can turn into a flood real fast in a hurry. 

Having a good functioning water system means fewer chances of issues that will cause emergency hazards in the future.

TIP: Consider ENERGY STAR labelled products as they will be more energy efficient, saving you some cash on your total energy bill. 

Talk To A Professional Like Us– If you have any questions or concerns about your home or business’s plumbing system, having an expert like Fox Valley Plumbing & Backflow in Elgin Illinois to come for an inspection to make sure everything is running properly and efficiently will give you a peace of mind.

In 2019 and for years to come whenever you have a plumbing problem you cannot or don’t want to solve yourself,  Call 847-624-3872 and we’ll take if from there. 

Happy New Year… 

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No one wants plumbing problems.

Having a pipe that is leaking and increases your water bill or the risk of flooding your residence, is not a happy scenario. Neither is being left without hot water or drain issues. When the residence has a significant age, these problems will start to appear, due to extended usage of pipes and equipment.

So what do you do in this case? Keep the phone number of a reliable plumber on the first page of your agenda. A serious plumber will be able to respond to your problems and solve them in the shortest period possible. Thus, you avoid any other severe damages.

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Having a damaged pipe in your house means additional costs. You may face the need to replace your floors, as the humidity excess will deteriorate them. The walls can also suffer because of water leakages, so besides spending money on repairing your plumbing, you will also have to redecorate.

Issues regarding your water system in your residence should not be ignored. So make sure you find a reliable plumber before all these things happen.

Ask for recommendations from your friends or family, and see if they had a pleasant experience with any plumbers in the area. Also, you can search on the Internet for local plumbing services in Elgin, and check out the reviews left by customers of the plumbing company’s webpage.

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Also, look for plumbers that can offer you complete services. High sump pump maintenance or repairing processes for the water heater is also something of your concern.

You probably don’t want to have a plumber for every problem that might appear. The best way to go through these matters is to have a single, but reliable, plumber, with whom you can communicate at all time and who knows what previous works have been done on your property.

You might be in the situation where you live in an old building. In this case, problems may appear when the draining system gets clogged by the gathered debris. Or when an old pipe is starting to cave in. A good plumber will always know about these matters and find a rapid way of solving your problem.

It may not be that difficult to find a good plumber. You just need to pay attention to the quality of services he is willing to offer. You want to make sure your money is well spent, and you won’t have plumbing issues soon after the plumber took care if your issue.

Follow the feedback that is given by former customers and the reputation an individual plumber or plumbing company manage to create in the area. These might give you a piece of mind when you’ll have to choose your plumber.

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In order to cut down on the chance of hot water burns, Fox Valley Plumbing recommends a temperature setting of 120°-125° F. Always keep safety in mind when it comes to water heaters.

Never store paints, solvents or combustibles near the unit due to the obvious risk of fire.

At Fox Valley Plumbing we use Bradford white water heaters, which carry a 6 year warranty. Customers can purchase an additional warranty. All water heater installations include a new ball valve on cold-water inlet, die electric unions and a one-year warranty on workmanship.

If your water heater needs to be replaced or repaired, Fox Valley Plumbing are the industry leading experts in water heaters. Satisfaction is guaranteed and customer satisfaction is our number one priority starting with our pricing all the way down to our cleanliness.

Fox Valley Plumbing is an Illinois licensed plumbing contractor and the installation technician will always be an Illinois licensed plumber. We are fully insured and bonded for your protection and ours.

Call today to schedule the installation of your new Bradford white water heater today.

Prices subject to change if the current condition of piping is of poor quality, not up to plumbing code or location of water heater is not easily accessible. Prices include disposal of old water heater.

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What Causes a Pipe to Leak?

When pipes corrode, they leak and cause many unwanted problems to your home.

High Water Pressure:

High water pressure can cause wear and tear on your pipes. Water running through your pipes at high speeds can cause your pipes to burst or leak.

Tree Roots:

Roots of trees, bushes and big shrubs growing in through the connection points of the pipes can cause obstructions that are tough to deal with as a homeowner. The long thin roots form masses that can grow into tight balls and then grow until they fill the pipes in every direction causing them to leak.

Keeping your home drains free of roots and obstructions is a worthwhile endeavor. Tree roots can apply a lot of pressure to the system as they grow. They can even crush pipes rendering them useless.

Power rodding can save you the hassle and expense of such repairs. To date, power rodding remains one of the best ways to deal with this invasive and irritating problem.

Temperature Changes:

Winter in Elgin and most of Illinois, brings snow, ice and plummeting temperatures that can wreak havoc on plumbing. A ruptured water line can cause extensive, costly damage and disrupt your life or business.

Make sure you winterize your property outdoors, draining pools and irrigation systems and hoses, insulating and covering outdoor faucets and securing doors and windows in garages and outbuildings with water supplies.

Foundation Shifts:

Small shifts in your home’s foundation as it settles over time can create your water lines to move, causing them to disconnect or rupture.

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Can you tell if the plumbing in your home needs work?

Would you like to learn ways to make plumbing improvements yourself? If you have decided to learn more about how to better maintain your home’s plumbing, read on for some ideas. The advice in this article will show you how to streamline your own plumbing.

Because pipes have a tendency to freeze in the winter months, it’s a good idea to insulate pipes that are in colder spaces. Think about crawl spaces, basement bathrooms, outside water sources, etc. Insulation can be wrapped around pipes, and is available at any hardware store. Proper insulation will save your pipes from any damage, and as an added bonus, your hot water will stay a lot hotter as it travels from the water heater.

When attempting to tighten a pipe, you should know that over-tightening the pipe is bad news. Only tighten until leaks are stopped, because going further can damage threads, and maybe cause pipe cracks.

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Pump your septic tank every five years to keep it working well. Doing this prevents any sediment from getting built up within the tank, which causes a backup in your home or causes your entire septic system to fail. Although it could cost a good deal of money to pump out your septic tank, it will cost a lot more having to clean sewage backup or having to fix or replace a septic tank.

Property owners have the option of installing flood alarms to alert them of flooding danger. Flood alarms work on the same principle as smoke alarms. They run on batteries and will have an alarm go off when they touch water. Flood alarms can alert you to leaks or potential floods.

Now that you have the advice in hand, you can get going on taking care of your own plumbing needs. These new ideas may help yield positive results in your work. If they do not work, keep trying until you get pleasant results!

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