Are you Doing More Laundry These Days?

The kids have been home for the summer.  Clothes get dirtier faster than they did.  So, what happens?  You spend more time in your laundry room and your washer and dryer get quite a work-out this time of year.  It is only human that we ignore minor problems, especially in an isolated area of our home, until they become big problems.

A backed-up drain which may creep up on you slowly or a faulty washing machine supply hose can have you walking through your laundry room ankle-deep in water.  When is the last time you replaced those hoses or made sure the shut off valves weren’t stuck in the open position which will not allow them to be turned off in case of an emergency?

Small plumbing problems often become big ones simply because we think they will magically disappear.  You know the drill.  At the first sign of problems in your home’s laundry room call Tom’s Plumbing Inc. serving the plumbing needs of Elgin and surrounding Northwest Suburban Chicagoland.  That’s Tom’s Plumbing Inc. at (847) 697-6444.      

Choosing the Right Water Softener.

It is a worthy goal of each and every household in the Elgin area.  You probably should have a water softener installed in your home.  It all begins with choosing the right unit for your domicile.  Here’s a good start…multiply the number of people in your home by the gallons of water that they use each day.  About 80 gallons is the average.

Here are some FAQ’s about water softeners -

1.  How is the hardness of water measured?

2.  How, then do I determine MY water’s hardness?

3.  What do the numbers mean?

4.  What type of salt should be used?

5.  Does the recharged water harm my septic system?

May we help?  We are Tom’s Plumbing Inc. of Elgin Il. serving a wide area in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicagoland.  We have spent decades learning about water softeners.  It is just one of our many areas of plumbing expertise.  Are you thinking about a new water softener?  Then, please call us at Tom’s Plumbing Inc. (847) 697-6444.

It’s Flood Season.

Chicagoland is noted for its intense and historic summer rainfalls.  Some have been nearly 20 inches of rain in 24 hours!  If you have lived here for decades you know what we are talking about.  When a storm occurs in the Northwest Suburbs it is imperative that excess water is pumped away from your home to avoid property damage.

Do you have a sink, a washer, or a toilet in your basement?  Do you use that area of your Elgin area home for recreation?  If so, then you either have or definitely need to make sure that your pump is working correctly as well as your sewage ejector pump.  They pump debris out and will keep your basement from flooding.

Having the right sewage ejector pump and/or sump pump for your home is about as essential as having a roof over your head.  What you may not know is whether or not your situation requires inspection, repair, or replacement.  That’s why you call Tom’s Plumbing Inc. of Elgin serving Chicagoland’s Northwest suburbs.  That phone number is (847) 697-6444.

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.