Semi-Annual Heating to Cooling Changeover
The days are growing longer and the temps are getting warmer. You’re thinking about summer barbecues and swimming lessons. Take a moment to also consider re-acclimating your home.
Author: Doug Flader
Doug Flader, a fourth-generation leader at Flader Plumbing & Heating Co., upholds the company's long-standing tradition of excellence. While continuing to provide top-quality plumbing and heating services to Libertyville, Mundelein, and Vernon Hills, Doug proudly takes care of his community by supporting local youth programs around the Chicagoland area.
The Hidden Problems a Maintenance Visit Can Catch Before They Become Disasters
Furnace and HVAC issues always seem to strike when temperatures are freezing or when all of Chicagoland is under a heatwave.
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3 Reasons a Home Maintenance Plan is the Best Way to Avoid Emergencies
Here are 3 reasons why a home maintenance plan is the single best thing you can do to protect your equipment and your comfort this year.
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Spring Plumbing Checklist for New Homeowners
Surviving your first winter in a new home is a moment of relief. But while you were keeping up with snow removal and cranking the heat, your plumbing system took a beating.
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How to Avoid Mid-Winter Plumbing Emergencies
Chicago winters are tough enough; the last thing you want to deal with on a cold day is a serious plumbing issue.
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Improving Indoor Air Quality During Winter
Winter is one of the worst times of year for indoor air quality. Your family huddles inside a tightly sealed home, and it feels cozy being protected during the colder months of the year.
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Hearing Crackling and Gurgling from Pipes?
To fully understand what’s causing these weird noises in your pipes, it’s helpful to have a fundamental understanding of what’s occurring behind your walls and below your property.
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Shape Up Your Garbage Disposal
There is a proper way to care for and feed a garbage disposal and, when followed, these guidelines will have the disposal serving you well for many years.
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Protecting Your Outdoor Faucets from Freezing
When a frigid blast from the arctic vortex strikes your neighborhood, one of the possible outcomes is burst water pipes, and outdoor faucets are particularly vulnerable. Winterizing your outdoor plumbing is incredibly important. It might seem like a chore, but doing so can help you avoid some potentially hefty plumbing repair bills.
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What Low Shower Pressure Means
There’s nothing worse than stepping into the shower after a long day only to be met with a weak trickle of water. Low water pressure doesn’t just ruin your shower, it can point to bigger plumbing issues.
