Have you ever had a drain that just wouldn’t drain? What if all of your drains won’t drain? You likely have an issue clogging up your sewer. That’s what happened to this customer, and what ultimately ended up leading to sewer repair in Addison, Illinois.  Sewer Repair In Addison, IL As Chicago’s #1 plumber, Quality Plumbing was called to clear out the sewer. At first, it seemed like a straightforward job thanks to the outside clean-out installed 5 years prior. After a failed attempt to rod the sewer upstream from the clean-out, it was discovered that the previous repair had failed. Improp ..read more

Water leaks are not an issue that you can put off. These leaks can cause monumental damage to your home. Leaking water can also increase your water bill, furthering the damage. Not to mention, if your water heater is leaking, you might not have hot water for your showers! In this blog, we go over the 5 most common reasons why your hot water heater is leaking.  1. Bad Connections to Hot and Cold Water Pipes If your plumber recently serviced your hot water heater, there may be some issues with the fittings. These fittings connect the water heater to your home’s plumbing system. There could ..read more

Water coming back into your house can only mean one thing: sewage issues. This happens when water is trying to drain but has nowhere to go. That’s a clear indication that there is a blockage of some kind, and what this customer initially called about. After attempting to power rod the blockage, it was determined that would not be enough. This customer in Bloomingdale, Illinois needed sewer repair. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you may need sewer repair as well: Your yard smells of sewage Your yard is soggy Your drains are draining slowly or not at all Your water bill is ris ..read more

A properly installed and maintained water heater will operate efficiently and effectively for years after its purchase. And while most systems are more than suited to keeping your household comfortable, we at Quality Plumbing believe even good things can be made better. That’s why we’ve compiled this quick list of five water heater accessories you can purchase and install to improve the effectiveness and safety of your equipment.  Timers Perfect for the energy-conscious customer, these devices help cut down on the power your heater draws when not in-use.  These devices get wired dir ..read more

As a homeowner, chances are good that you have already experienced the displeasure of a clogged or overflowing toilet. In addition to the mess, a toilet that clogs or overflows frequently can cause lasting damage to floor coverings, sub-floors, plumbing infrastructure, and even the ceiling below, when the toilet is located in an upper-level bathroom. In addition, any moisture that remains after the clean up can result in unhealthy mildew and mold growth long after the job has been completed.  The Cost of a Poorly Maintained Toilet According to census data published by the United States Ce ..read more