Plumbing Company Morton IL

You Can Depend On Morton’s Favorite Plumber

Here’s a scenario to avoid: You’re in water up to your ankles or watching water gush from a broken pipe and you don’t know what plumber to call. If you’d like to avoid anything like that, make a plan now, because the best time to choose a plumber is before you need one! If you’re looking for a plumbing company in Morton IL, your search is over. Call Reading Plumbing at 309-692-2762.

Plumbing Issues Are Pretty Much Inevitable

You can’t predict plumbing problems. Whether it’s a minor issue like a dripping bathroom faucet or a clogged toilet that doesn’t respond to your best plunging attempts, everyone will at some point face some kind of plumbing issue. When – not if –  it happens, we’re ready to help. In fact, we even respond during evenings and weekends when plumbing emergencies strike.

Does Every Family Member Know How To Turn Off The Water?

It’s a good idea for every adult member of your household to know how to shut off the water main in case of an emergency. It’s also a good idea to note the location of individual shut-off valves. These are usually located under sinks and behind toilets. Decide when older children are mature and responsible enough to learn about emergency water shut-offs.

What If A Pipe Bursts?

When this happens, it’s usually as a result of bitterly cold weather. It’s an emergency, so call us immediately. Turn off the main water valve to prevent more extensive flooding and damage. It’s usually possible to prevent burst pipes by taking special care during unusually cold weather. Let a small amount of water run all night. Open the cabinet doors to let more heat get to the under-fixture piping in your kitchen and bathroom. You can also add insulation around certain vulnerable pipes. If you have concerns about pipes you believe to be vulnerable during very cold weather, ask us about additional measures.

What Should I Do About An Overflowing Toilet Or Sink?

Immediately shut off water service just to the problem area if possible. This should end the water flow. Next, call us for a repair.

Leaky Faucets Should Not Be Ignored

Leaky faucets don’t get better on their own, and they can waste a surprisingly large amount of water. In addition, some leaky faucets will reach the point that you can no longer turn them off. Call us to repair or replace your problem faucet.

We Have Plumbing Tips!

Not every plumbing problem can be prevented, but we offer the following tips to prevent as many problems as possible:

• Have an annual inspection and flushing of your water heater.
• Insulate any exposed or at-risk pipes to prevent freezing in winter.
• Discard cooking grease properly. Never pour it down the drain.
• If an item is non-flushable, don’t take a chance and flush it anyway.
• Install leak detectors near washing machines and water heaters.
• Avoid the harsh liquid products commonly sold to unclog drains, as they can damage your pipes.
• The best temperature to set your water heater’s temperature at is about 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Installing a water softener or water conditioner can greatly improve the quality of your water. These appliances can reduce damage to your pipes as well.
• Save water by installing more environmentally friendly shower heads and toilets.
• Never put anything down a drain or garbage disposal that could instead simply go into the trash.
• To clean hard water deposits from fixtures, use plain old white vinegar instead of harsh chemicals.
• Don’t leave leaks. Take care of them right away.
• Ask us to install stainless steel or “flood control” supply lines for all faucets.

Keep Our Number Handy Just In Case!

If you’re looking for a plumbing company Morton IL relies on, it’s Reading Plumbing. We want to be your plumber. Call us at 309-692-2762.