It’s a Gas…Gas…Gas.

Warning, warning Will Robinson.  It was a phrase uttered in the 60’s and now with the Lost In Space reboot on Netflix we hear it again.  When it applies to gas line leaks and other problems it is a serious concern.  It is absolutely essential to have the issue inspected and repaired by a professional immediately!

Here are some symptoms of a leaky gas line –

1.  A strong smell of gas in the air

2.  The sound of leaking gas

3.  Family members are dizzy, fatigued, and even nauseous

4.  Appliances that rely on gas may start malfunctioning

5.  How did the gas bill go up so much?

You can easily wait too long to call in the right team to repair or replace your home or your office gas line.  This is not something to put off!  Your gas line repair pros in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicagoland are a phone call away.  That’s Tom’s Plumbing Inc. of Elgin.  If you experience any of the above symptoms just call (847) 697-6444.

Flood Season is Coming.

Anyone who has lived in the Northern Fox Valley is aware that when summer rains hit they often do so in full force.  During a storm in the Elgin area it is imperative that excess water gets pumped away from your home.  It is THE way to avoid property damage.  One heavy rain can ruin the value of your castle.

You probably need a sump pump that is hard wired into your home or plugged into an outlet.  If your pump is more than 6 years old, you may want to replace it.  That’s right…six years comes quickly.  So, if your last sump pump was installed in 2013 it is about that time.  May we suggest The M53 model which is one of the top of the line pumps on the market.

Tom’s Plumbing Inc. has been servicing the plumbing needs of the Northwest suburbs of Chicagoland around Elgin, Bartlett, Dundee, etc. for decades.  We are one of the leading sump pump installation companies in all of Chicago.  You can count on Tom’s Plumbing Inc. every time!  Just call (847) 697-6444.

What to Look for When Hiring a Commercial Plumber.

If you own or manage any kind of commercial property, you know that plumbing problems can occur at any time, day or night.  You have been there and done that…plumbing emergencies are part of the cost of doing business.  Just the wear and tear on commercial plumbing is greatly accelerated over residential plumbing.

What should you look for when hiring a commercial plumber?

1.  Experience…there is NO substitute for it

2.  A company that handles repairs AND installation

3.  They are large enough to handle your needs

4.  Someone who will be there in a timely manner

5.  The company is insured, licensed, and bonded

That last point is so very important.  An unlicensed plumber can probably do the job initially at a lower cost, but what about the ramifications afterward?  You can always trust Tom’s Plumbing Inc. for any and all commercial jobs both large and small in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicagoland.  Call Elgin-based Tom’s Plumbing Inc. and get to know them at (847) 697-6444.

Tom’s = Quality Plumbing Services.

The name Tom’s Plumbing Inc. has become synonymous with plumbing services you can trust EVERY time for over three decades in Chicagoland’s Northwest Suburbs.  We take great pride in being the proverbial “mom and pop” operation.  It allows us to get to know our customers better than those national plumbing companies.

Mike is the owner who grew up in Elgin, Illinois and spent his whole life in this amazing, ever-growing area.  He carved out his reputation in the plumbing business as a repipe, boiler system, and radiator repair specialist.  Just look around the area at Central DuPage Hospital, St. Edwards Hospital, Sherman and Hinsdale Hospitals.  He has his stamp on the plumbing of all of those buildings and many more!

Mike employs a crew of like-minded professionals who serve the Elgin, Bartlett, and Dundee area with great pride.  You simply will not find a more efficient and honest plumbing company in the Northwest Suburbs.  From our family at Tom’s Plumbing Inc. to yours we hope you will think of us next time you need a plumber by calling (847) 697-6444.

It’s Like a Cold Shower.

That is an expression that means a rude awakening.  In your home it could be a reality.  Want to put yourself in a bad mood to start the day?  One of the worst ways is trying to get ready for work and getting a cold shower because someone else used all the hot water.  It takes a good amount of time for the tank to fill back up, turn on the burner, and heat the water.

The reasons that people who live in the Northwest Suburbs are switching to tankless are endless hot water (Ahhh!), additional storage space, and lower energy bills.  That’s right, The US Department of Energy estimates that gas-fired tankless water heaters save an average of $108 per year over their traditional tank counterparts.

What is holding you back?  At least explore the idea to make the change this spring.  Contact the water heater repair and replacement professionals in Elgin and throughout the Northwest Chicagoland Suburbs…Tom’s Plumbing Inc.  They will give you the facts and you make up your mind.  Call Tom’s Plumbing at (847) 697-6444.

Into Each Life a Little Rain Must Fall.

On an average April day in Chicagoland it is nearly 30% likely that it will be a “wet day”.  That means at least four-hundredths of an inch of precipitation.  What it does not indicate is what does one exceptionally rainy spring day do to area flooding.  If sump pumps fail on around Elgin area properties, you can bet that flooding is a real danger!

What should you be looking for if you are uncertain about YOUR sump pump?

1.  Is it making unusual noises?

2.  Is it vibrating a great deal?

3.  Does it run more than it needs to?

4.  How long does it run?

5.  Have you noticed any discoloration including rust?

You probably don’t know, but it is recommended that sump pumps be checked every 3-4 months.  That makes the math easy.  If you have not had it done in 2019, then it is time.  The sump pump repair and replacement experts at Tom’s Plumbing Inc. will come to your Northwest Suburban home and let you know it your sump pump is ready for spring and summer flooding.  Just give them a call at (847) 697-6444.

Wait a Minute…that Doesn’t Sound Right!

Plumbing scams, they just keep on coming.  By now, you would think with all the horror stories and instances being reported on the internet that the scammers would have gone away.  Because fraudsters target the people least likely to suspect them, like the elderly and the infirm, they keep running the same old shakedowns.

Here are some things you should know –

1.  Some plumbing contractors will offer you leftover materials from their last job

2.  They randomly discover major issues that you never noted

3.  They want full payment up front…IN CASH ONLY

4.  Excuses…no license to show, improper tools, etc.

Don’t fall for plumbing and other related scams!  When you hire Tom’s Plumbing Inc. to do a job in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicagoland you know that you are trusting the best every time.  Ask the questions and they will give you honest answers.  Contact Elgin based Tom’s Plumbing Inc. anytime at (847) 697-6444.