Different Hot Water Heaters (and Which Is Best for Your Home) Part 2 There are just some things that a homeowner has to deal with – nosy neighbors, mowing the lawn, and if you stay somewhere more than ten years, you probably have to deal with getting a new hot water heater, too. This probably … Continue reading Different Hot Water Heaters (And Which Is Best for Your Home!): Part 2

Different Hot Water Heaters (And Which Is Best for Your Home!): Part 1 Ever notice that we don’t always realize how much we value something until we lose it? Like if the power goes out in the middle of a storm you’re suddenly filled with a deep appreciation for electricity. Or if your hot water … Continue reading Different Hot Water Heaters (And Which Is Best for Your Home!): Part 1

Why You Need A Sump Pump Battery Backup We’ve already talked about sump pumps, but if you need a refresher on what they are and what they do, check out our blog post on them specifically. In that post, we briefly mention the importance of a sump pump battery backup, but let’s take a more … Continue reading Why You Need a Sump Pump Battery Backup

5 Common Plumbing Problems to Look for While House Hunting A new home is a clean slate. While moving can be stressful it can also be an exciting opportunity. However, a strong foundation (like good plumbing) is more important than a walk-in closet. Common plumbing problems can lurk below the surface and cause major damage … Continue reading 5 Common Plumbing Problems to Look for While House Hunting

What Causes Corroded Pipes—And How to Spot Corrosion in Your Home While older homes certainly have their charm, they can also come with a laundry list of problems.  Older piping systems are typically high up on this list. Many old houses have galvanized (zinc-coated) pipes or copper pipes. Unlike newer homes with corrosion-resistant PVC (polyvinyl … Continue reading What Causes Corroded Pipes—And How to Spot Corrosion in Your Home

Why You Should Never Use Chemical Drain Cleaners in Your Home When you’re facing a slow-draining kitchen sink or a stagnant shower drain, you might be tempted to turn to a chemical drain cleaner. Think again. Chemical drain cleaners seem like a quick, easy fix—but they don’t get to the root of the problem and … Continue reading Why You Should Never Use Chemical Drain Cleaners in Your Home

3 Tips To Protect Your Home From Flooding Spring showers may happily bring beautiful flowers, but they also come with an unwelcome guest: flooding. Don’t let your home suffer from the costly and stressful flooding headache. Turn over a new leaf instead. Flatley’s is here to help. Read on to learn 3 easy ways you can … Continue reading 3 Tips To Protect Your Home From Flooding

Why Does My Hot Water Always Run Out? Ah, a hot shower. There’s no better start to your morning. (Except maybe pancakes.) But there is nothing more frustrating than running out of hot water before your shower finishes. No one likes freezing showers—but no one will admit to hogging the hot water. Why does this … Continue reading Why Does My Hot Water Always Run Out?

Get Your Sump Pump Checked This Spring Living in the Midwest has its perks… like unpredictable spring thunderstorms! A flooded basement can result in thousands of dollars in damage and potential loss of important and cherished items. The Chicago suburbs are notorious for not being prepared against spring flooding. It’s important to have your sump … Continue reading Get Your Sump Pump Checked This Spring

8 Helpful Plumbing Tips to Follow Before Going on Vacation After a chilly winter, you deserve to soak up some sun. Spring break is just around the corner. Maybe your family is off to a week-stay in the Bahamas—if so, we’re jealous. No matter where you’re jetting off to, don’t forget to prep those pipes. … Continue reading 8 Helpful Plumbing Tips to Follow Before Going on Vacation