Sewer Repair Scams.

Repairing a clogged sewer or drain line at your Far Northwest Suburban Chicagoland home or business is an expensive proposition. There are nefarious plumbers out there that will seek to scam you if you are not vigilant. Tom’s Plumbing of Elgin is not only dedicated to doing the job right, but to doing it honestly as well!

 

Seniors are particular targets for plumbing predators. Watch out for -

1.  Plumbers that ask leading questions such as…”are you the decision-maker?”

2.  If they show you a “video” of your clogged drain, make sure it’s YOUR drain.

3.  Best of all, check out the background of who is at your residence.

The safe and sure way to avoid sewer repair scams is to call Tom’s Plumbing of Elgin. They have decades of experience in matters such as sewer repair and drain cleaning. When honesty matters, call Tom’s Plumbing of Elgin. Oh, that is not all that they do by any means. To learn more, visit their website at tomsplumbingservice.com. For service call (847) 697-6444.

Understanding Sewer Laterals.

News flash: Many sewer backups are not the city’s responsibility! You, the homeowner, are responsible for those clogs. They could be clogged by roots from trees off your property, you are still liable for the repairs. Tom’s Plumbing of Elgin is the right place to call if you have clogged drain lines anywhere in this area.

Understanding sewer laterals at least may help. For example, the upper lateral is part of your residential sewer system. It runs from your home to the property line, which is generally the curb or sidewalk. The lower lateral is the section that runs from your property line to the public sewer main line in the street.

This is simply to show you that if you live in the Far Northwest Suburbs of Chicagoland, you can count on Tom’s Plumbing to unclog your drains. That is the bottom line here! Whatever problems prevail in the way of drain clogs call Tom’s Plumbing, located in Elgin, at (847) 697-6444. Please visit their website at tomsplumbingservice.com.

Plumbing Scams are Prevalent.

Especially among our senior citizen population in Chicagoland, people will try to take advantage of an opportunity to prey on the uninformed.  It comes in many fashions…get rich schemes, retirement investments, IRS prank calls (have you gotten one of those?), etc.  Even plumbing scams are rampant…especially in the winter.

We want you to be aware of –

1.      Leading questions to determine if you live alone

2.      Telling you that your plumbing problems are worse than they really are

3.      Attempting to sell unnecessary sewer repairs

Please read the page entitled “Avoid Scams” on the website www.tomsplumbingservice.com.  It is a real eye-opener!  We at Tom’s Plumbing want you to be knowledgeable about problems that may occur with your plumbing.  We hope that these tidbits of information will help.  When you truly need an honest and reliable plumber in the Elgin area call us at (847) 697-6444.

It’s Not Always about the Why but the When.

This axiom may apply to many things, but one of them is when to call a plumber.  So many of us try a DIY solution or “wait out the problem” hoping it will heal itself.  Many times, both decisions are not prudent.  If you try to fix a plumbing problem yourself you are likely to make it worse and, believe me, it is not going away on its own!

How about a few tips on WHEN to call a plumber –

1.  One or more of your faucets continues to drip, drip, drip.

2.  All of a sudden, the hot water isn’t so hot.

3.  The water pressure decreases.

4.  Drains become clogged and backed-up

It is probably time to contact a professional to troubleshoot these and other problems.  Tom’s Plumbing Service is your professional plumbing choice in the Northwest Suburbs.  Mike and his team at Tom’s Plumbing have been serving the Elgin area for decades.  Don’t hesitate, give Tammy a call to schedule an appointment at (847) 697-6444.

Keep that Drain Flowing During the Holidays.

You are in charge!  You see, that line running from your house to the city sewer line is YOUR responsibility as a home-owner.  If the drain clogs, a professional is needed to get it flowing freely again.  A variety of issues may be at play such as things that were flushed down the toilet to tree roots or cracked pipes.

We want you to be aware of a couple of obvious things that you can do to avoid a clogged drain.  Never, ever pour grease down the drain.  It is very tempting to do so during your holiday cooking.  Also, don’t use household drain cleaners.  Those substances can and WILL cause damage to pipes.

Fear not…you are not alone!  Tom’s Plumbing Inc. is your drain cleaning expert in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicagoland.  The professionals at Tom’s Plumbing will have your drains flowing freely again in no time.  At the very first sign of a clogged drain in the Elgin area call on Tom’s plumbing at (847) 697-6444.

The When and Why of Hiring a Plumber.

Eventually, nearly every home and business owner will need the expertise of a professional plumbing service.  When that day comes it would be comforting to know when exactly you need to make that call.  We would like to give you some tips on what to look for that would prompt you to call us.

1.  When any one or more of your faucets continues to drip, drip, drip.

2.  No hot water.  I don’t care if it is summer…you still need it.

3.  The water pressure has been reduced to a considerably slower pace.

4.  Clogged drains…you can see direct evidence of this the first time it happens.

No one likes to call a plumber, but absolutely NO ONE wants to wait too long to call one!  We hope these tips will help you make the right decision.  When it’s time, please think of us for all of your plumbing needs in the Northwest suburbs.  We are the Elgin area’s full service plumbing company Tom’s Plumbing Inc.  Give us a call at (847) 697-6444.

Get to Know Your Plumber.

In many ways, it is as important to know and trust your plumber the same way you do with your family physician or auto mechanic.  Your plumber can cost or SAVE you thousands of dollars over time.  You better believe that is worth finding the right person and company to trust with all of your plumbing needs!

Let’s read some plumbing reviews.  It’s a “great ma and pop shop that does quality work at reasonable prices”.  “He installed a new water heater for me…did a great job.  I am very pleased”.  “They are the best plumbing company around.  They perform quality work…at very fair prices”.  “Tammy sent Mike out the same day”.

So, who are these two?  This Tammy and Mike?  They are the driving force behind Tom’s Plumbing Inc. of Elgin, IL.  Tom’s Plumbing has proven time and time again to be the Northwest suburb’s choice for every plumbing problem large or small.  The next time you need a plumber call Tammy and Mike at Tom’s Plumbing Inc. (847) 697-6444.   

Signs of Sewer Line Problems.

Ahhh Spring - the flowers begin to bloom in Chicagoland and the trees are sprouting their leaves.  While these are wonderful they may have a profound effect on your home’s sewer line.  The major “root” of sewer line problems is an overgrown tree root.  That is not meant to be funny…not when you are up to your knees in backed-up sewage!

I hope that you know this is not a DIY job.  Do not just apply liquid drain cleaner and walk away.  Listen for any gurgling noises - that is a bad sound around your home unless someone is using mouthwash in the bathroom.  If you walk outside and the grass is wet, but it hasn’t rained ask your dog, then assume that you may have a sewage problem.

All in all, your sewage system requires proper maintenance.  This time of year, in Chicagoland, the rains come early and often.  If you live in the Elgin area your plumbing problems always have a solution.  For many years the answer is Elgin, IL plumbing experts Tom’s Plumbing Inc.  At the first sign of sewer problems call Tom’s Plumbing Inc. at (847) 697-6444.