Reliance Plumbing

Difference Between Sewage Ejector Pumps & Sump Pump Systems!

2013-09-05T14:10:00.000-07:00

Difference Between Sewage Ejector Pumps & Sump Pump Systems

Ejector Pump System

Sump Pump System

Sewage ejector pump systems are always confused for sump pump systems. There are some similarities but both have different purposes for your homes plumbing. I am focusing on the Ejector pump system and the main difference from a sump pump system is that the ejector pump handles sewage and grey water. When your home has a overhead sewer system and you have a bathroom or either laundry in the basement you will always have a sewage ejector pump system to help eject the water up into the overhead sanitary sewer drain. Sump pump systems are usually tied into your drain tile system that collects water around your foundation that either splashes out directly outside or pumps into a storm drain system. Another difference between ejector pump and sump pump is the size of the discharge line. Ejector pumps system will always have a 2" discharge pipe while the sump pump systems are 1-1/2 discharge line most of the time. Another good way to determine if it is a ejector pump system or sump pump system is the type of lid that is sealing the pit. Ejector pumps will always have a sealed lip to prevent sewer smell, while sump pump system have an open lid that usually have condensate lines draining into them.

For expert Plumbing service, installations, or maintenance contact Reliance Plumbing. Our plumbers serve the North Shore and Northwest Chicago suburbs. Call (847) 583-1858 for 24-hour plumbing service today. +Christopher Michael Burns

NorthShore Chicago Land Flood Control!

2013-07-18T08:11:00.001-07:00

Drain Tile and Sump Pump System Simplified!

2013-04-30T06:47:00.000-07:00

Drain Tile and Sump Pump systems are important features to keeping a dry basement. Drain tile system are installed in basements to gather the water around your foundation wall and direct it to the sump pump witch then pumps it out directly outside that's called a splash out. Some cities in the North Shore Chicago land area with storm sewers allow home owners to drop the sump pump discharge line in to the storm sewer. Some cities are strict and do not allow discharge into storm sewer. Running the excess water away from your house is key to having a well installed system. Flood controls and Overhead sewer system will protect you from sanitary sewer flooding but with flash floods and large volumes of water around your home a drain tile system is what helps keep water out. In some case a house can be protected from the sanitary sewer but seepage and foundation cracks will allow water in that will cause you to flood from hydro-static pressure that can crack your foundation floor and create settling problems around your home.

For more Expert Plumbing Advice and Free Estimates, Feel Free to contact +Reliance Plumbing. Your Trusted North Shore Chicago land Plumbers.

+Christopher Michael Burns

We Finance Flood Control System North Shore Chicago!

2013-04-20T18:51:00.000-07:00

Sand bags, shovels, pumps, and water have been a normal thing the last couple of days in the Chicago land area. Flooding happens due to flash floods that are unpredictable and can strike at any time. Being prepared is important and may be costly. Financing a flood control might not be on your mind but it is important for your homes well being. I currently feel for everyone that had a flooded basement because I was working while my home was being flooded with sewage water because the city sewer was overwhelmed with water and back up into my own home that was unprotected from back flow from the main sanitary sewer line. If only a flood control system was installed I would have saved my TV, computers, and very important pictures that where damaged and had a lot of sentimental value that really touched me personally. I was at work overwhelmed with calls in the middle of the night fighting to protect our customer’s basement while my own was under water. If I could go back, I'm sure many would have asked themselves the same question. Financing a flood control is smart for many reasons. When you flood it costs a lot of property damage, money, and stress. After a flood restoration is required that some insurance companies may cover but all this can be avoided with a simple flood control system. Reliance Plumbing Flood Control is a great Dual Check Valve system that prevents city back flow into your home. For more information on installing and Financing a flood Control system, contact Reliance Plumbing.

Threats of Flash Floods and Basement Flooding Chicago land!

2013-04-17T14:00:00.001-07:00

Most homeowners in the Chicago and Chicago-land suburbs experience flooded basements during major storms aka (Flash Floods). These types of floods are expensive to clean up and can cause lots of damage to your home. To prevent such flooding issues, Reliance Plumbing installs flood control systems or converts gravity sewers to overhead sewer systems. The advantages of an overhead sewer system is that, it dose not rely on electricity to prevent flooding. A big advantage of this system is that during major storms lots of homes lose power that cause there sump pumps not to eject water out of the home. Not all homes can be converted to overhead sewer system due to shallow sewer mains that is a requirement for installation. Another great option to prevent flooding would be a Dual Check Valve Flood Control system. This system prevents the city water from "backing up" into your home when the city mains are overwhelmed with water. Flash floods are a sudden rain fall in small amount of time; that cause the city sewer lines problems because it can not keep up with the volume of water that cause it to "back up" into the lowest points which is usually an unprotected basement drain.

For expert flooding repairs from a team of professionals, contact Reliance Plumbing Sewer & Drainage. Our team of plumbers will gladly service your water heater, sump ejector pumps, and other residential or commercial plumbing problems. Give us a call at (847)583-1858 or visit us online for more information.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Sump Pump Battery Back Up System

2013-04-12T13:02:00.002-07:00

BATTERY BACK UP SUMP PUMP SYSTEM

Reliance Plumbing installs the PHCC Glentronics Battery Back Up system that works well and a better choice for your wallet. There are three different types of units which include the 1000, 1730, and 2400 system The model # stands for how many gallons per hour the backup pump can discharge water. The 1000 is the most basic unit and I like it because it is compatible with the maintenance free battery witch is nice because you never have to add distilled water to the battery. The 1730 is a good unit and pumps more water per hour but the only downfall of this system is that it is not compatible with the maintenance free battery and needs to uses the acid battery that has to be maintained every couple moths. The 2400 is also a great system and you can use the maintenance free battery and is usually a system that many customers like because of the price and the features.

INSTALLATION TIPS FOR BATTERY BACK UP SYSTEM

When installing the back up system you should always install a separate discharge line from your primary sump pump. There are many benefits for installing separate discharge pipe for example if one freezes you have a back up discharge pipe. Also instead of sharing 1-1/2 pipe between the primary pump and back up pump, with two 1-1/2 lines ejecting more water when sudden flash floods demand more volume of flow from your pumps.

For expert Plumbing repairs, directional boring water service installations, Sewer Lining or maintenance contact Reliance Plumbing. Our plumbers serve the North Shore and Northwest Chicago suburbs. Call (847) 583-1858 for 24-hour plumbing service today.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Reliance Plumbing Sewer & Drainage "Preventative Tips"

2013-03-04T13:52:00.000-08:00

Plumbing Problems "Common Vent and Main Sanitary Sewer Clogs" Preventative Tips!

2013-03-04T13:46:00.000-08:00

Plumbing Problems "Trap Clogs" Preventative Tips!

2013-03-04T13:41:00.000-08:00

Plumbing Problems "Common Clogs" Preventative Tips!

2013-03-04T13:31:00.000-08:00

Wilmette Plumber Cleanout Installation!

2013-03-01T07:47:00.000-08:00

Reliance Plumbing takes maintenance very serious and it is required in almost everything we own. For example a car needs a oil change every 3 thousands miles, and home owners often look past there sewer line. This can cause lots of damage to your home and hurt your pockets. When a sewer line is neglected roots and other build up from natural use can cause your drain lines to back up into your home. Sewer water contains a lot of bacteria that should be sanitized by a professional. But before the damage can be cleaned up, flow to your sewer line most be restored. And having a cleanout access outside of your home makes maintenance to your main sewer line a lot more convenient and safe. You will no longer have a big machine dragged into your basement or home. So by neglecting your line and not paying for simple maintenance every "year/two years" it can cost more in the long run. And when lines are not maintained it can cause further damage to the structure of your line. This happens when roots grow into the line from the pipe connections and grow big enough to break the pipe. So make sure you call your local plumber for simple maintenance that can save you lots of money and time.

For expert Sanitary Sewer drain repair, installation, or maintenance contact Reliance Plumbing. Our plumbers serve the North Shore and Northwest Chicago suburbs. Call (847) 583-1858 for 24-hour plumbing service today.

+Christopher Michael Burns

What Sump Pump Battery Back Ups Professionals Recommend!

2013-02-07T12:11:00.000-08:00

What is a battery backup system? A battery backup system is used to aid your primary sump in case of failure, power outage, or help discharge the water when it reaches a certain level. It is important to have a battery backup especially for finished basements to protect your investment and from potential damages that can be very expensive. Many homeowners have asked "what would work best for my home" and my answer is every home is different and depending on the size of the basement and how much you want to spend is the key factors to making a recommendation. As a plumbing professional my favorite back up system which is the most expensive is the SumPro system. I like this system because there are additional options to fully protect your basement and alert you by phone when your power has failed and it working on the battery powered back up. It also includes an alternation switch to uses different pump that are in the pit to prolong the life of the sump pump by not having a designated primary pump. The picture shows one pump but as a professional and seeing what works and what does not I prefer two pumps with separate discharge lines because in the event one gets frozen you have a backup many plumbers like to share the same discharge pipe but Reliance Plumbing prefers to have two.

Another system thatworks well and a better choice for your wallet is The Glentronice ProSeries system There are three different types of units whichinclude the 1000, 1730, and 2400 system The model # stands for howmany gallons per hour the backup pump can discharge water. The 1000 is the mostbasic unit and I like it because it is compatible withthe maintenance free battery witch is nice because you never have toadd distilled water to the battery. The 1730 is a good unit and pumps morewater per hour but the only downfall of this system is that it is notcompatible with the maintenance free battery and needs to use acidbattery that has to be maintained every couple moths. The 2400 isalso a great system and you can use the maintenance free battery andis usually a system that many customerslike because of the price and the features.

For expert Plumbing repairs, directional boring for water service installations, Sewer Liner or maintenance contact Reliance Plumbing. Our plumbers serve the North Shore and Northwest Chicago suburbs. Call (847) 583-1858 for 24-hour plumbing service today.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Northbrook Plumbers Reliance Plumbing Sewer Lining Chicagoland

2013-01-29T06:29:00.000-08:00

Reliance Plumbing went out and lined about 25 feet of sanitary sewer drain line from 6' pipe to 4' transition inside home. This process saved the homeowner lots of money and unnecessary trenching. The video goes over the diffident steps that go into lining a Sewer. First you have to measure the line with camera and have to measure the exact length to be lined. Next they cut the liner material, bladder, and retrieval line. Next they remove the air from liner to prepare to pour the resin and epoxy mixture. After they pour the mix into the line and roll epoxy resin through material. After line is prepared it is ready to shoot into line. After liner is installed a bladder is installed right after to support the liner to dry for 3-4 hours. New pipe is seamless and warranty is up to 50 years on liner.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Tankless Water Heater Maintenance-Reliance Plumbing

2013-01-24T07:54:00.001-08:00

Customer had called Reliance Plumbing to check low hot water pressure. Reliance Plumbing went out and repaired valve on hot side and flushed and removed scale build inside of Tankless Water Heater because of hard water build up. Vinegar was run through system for about 45 minutes to break up and flush out scale build up inside of unit.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Cast Iron Roof Drain Vent Stack Installation

2013-01-23T09:51:00.000-08:00

Customer in Skokie had called Reliance Plumbing to fix drainage and vent problem to convert to code. Reliance went out and Installed 6" Cast Iron Stack for Roof drain and vent. All above ground joints where leaded in per code and installed trap drain for existing drain pipe.

Before

After Stack was Installed

After Roof Drain was Installed Before Flashing was Installed On Roof

For expert Plumbing repairs, directional boring for water service installations, or maintenance contact Reliance Plumbing. Our plumbers serve the North Shore and Northwest Chicago suburbs. Call (847) 583-1858 for 24-hour plumbing service today. +Christopher Michael Burns

Gurnee Plumber Water Service Repair

2012-12-13T11:53:00.000-08:00

Customer in Gurnee called Reliance Plumbing to check large amount of water in front yard. Our Plumber went out and was able to determine the exact spot that was leaking from water service line for home. Our excavation team went out exposed pipe and made proper repairs and connections for underground water service line. Pin hole leak are common for underground line and a good sign that you have a problem is high water bills, saturated ground with water, or cracks in your foundation from hydro-static pressure.

For expert Plumbing repairs, directional boring for water service installations, or maintenance contact Reliance Plumbing. Our plumbers serve the North Shore and Northwest Chicago suburbs. Call (847) 583-1858 for 24-hour plumbing service today.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Northbrook Plumbers Broken Overhead Sanitary Sewer Repair

2012-11-28T11:25:00.000-08:00

As nature takes it course a common problem for customers with Overhead Sanitary Sewer systems is caused by Earth plate tectonics and settling. Over time your home will settle cause by plate tectonics and pipes will shift and eventually break over the years. In most cases it causes a home full of sewage for nowhere to go. And worst case scenario it washes into the ground that causes the ground to be saturated with sewage water around your foundation. A common sign that your Overhead Sewer is broken is a Sewage smell coming from your sump pump pit, NOT to get confused with an ejector pump pit. This is a sign because your Sump Pump pit in most cases has a drain tile system that goes around the perimeter of your home that collects natural ground water to discharge it away from your home to prevent flooding. So when you do get a sump pump pit the smells like sewage good chance the Sewer system is broken and leaking into the drain tile system that is causing the smell. So what’s the solution to this problem well it includes excavating outside your home and replacing the pipe that is broken. Sometimes it breaks and you could still make a connection to the existing cast-iron pipe that comes out the side of your foundation wall. In the event the old pipe is broken flush to the wall we would have to remove the pipe and run new sewer line threw the foundation wall. In most cases running a new pipe is beneficial because material upgrades are always being made and there is a thicker grade pipe called Ductile iron also known as ductile cast iron that last a lot longer and is more durable to the settling of your home. So if you have an overhead sewer system you should have it checked every year or no more than two years for proactive maintenance by a professional by rodding all the roots going out to the street to prevent future backups.

For expert Plumbing and Sanitary Sewer drain repair, installation, or maintenance contact Reliance Plumbing. Our plumbers serve the North Shore and Northwest Chicago suburbs. Call (847) 583-1858 for 24-hour plumbing service today.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Castiron and Floor Sink Installation

2012-10-20T12:19:00.001-07:00

Customer in Park Ridge called Reliance Plumbing to run underground drain line for New Bar in front of restaurant. Reliance broke up concrete and excavated in order to locate the existing drain and vent line. Found existing cast-iron pipe and connected 4" drain for Zurn floor sink and 2" drain for new sink and vent line. Poured lead joint connection for Zurn floor sink and ran new water lines to new bar area.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Northbrook Directional Boring Water Line Installation | Reliance Plumbing

2012-10-03T09:09:00.000-07:00

Reliance Plumbing installed 63 feet of 1-1/2" copper water line from parkway to inside home with new water meter. Directional Boring saves lots of time and money. Old water lines and sewer lines used to be run in the same trench but now; Directional Boring technology has improved the way water lines and sewer lines are installed today.

For expert water line installation, or repair contact Reliance Plumbing. Our plumbers serve the North Shore and Northwest Chicago suburbs. Call (847) 583-1858 for 24-hour plumbing service today.

+Christopher Michael Burns

Evanston Residential Sanitary Sewer Main Liner

2012-09-10T07:24:00.000-07:00

Home owner in Evanston was having frequent sewer backs and had offset pipe for main sewer drain and waste line. When dealing with such problems it is always best to video inspect the sewer line and locate the bad spot. After spot is located you could either make spot repair or line sewer that saves a lot of time and money, Trench-less sewer repair are the new trend because homeowners are running into chronic sewer problems that are solved with trenchless sewer repair with new seamless epoxy resin pipe. Customer entire sewer was lined and received a 50 years warranty on new sewer pipe.

+Christopher Michael Burns

New Sewer Line Installation Wilmette Plumber

2012-08-13T14:41:00.000-07:00

Customer in Wilmette called Reliance Plumbing to check sewer back up problem. Reliance went out and after several attempts of rodding could not restore flow. Used video inspection camera and located the blockage outside in front yard. After excavating and exposing pipe attempted to use push rod to clear heavy blockage. After hours of rodding line was still not draining. Final solution was to replace entire line and remove blockage. After excavating from home to parkway found 15 feet of heavy build up that would not been able to clear with power rodding or hydro jetting.

For Expert Sewer Service commercial or residential plumbing work. You can always “Rely on Reliance” Plumbing! (847) 583-1858. (http://www.relianceplumbing.com)

+Christopher Michael Burns

Sewer Lining Northbrook Plumber

2012-08-06T13:16:00.000-07:00

Customer in Northbrook called Reliance Plumbing to check sewer problem. Reliance Plumbing went out and power rodded sewer line and flow was restored. After video inspection of sewer line; found several bad spots under pool area. Reliance Installed 55" feet of new sewer line from spot repair to transition from cast iron to clay.New pipe fixed all spots that where roots infested and broke clay joint with one piece of epoxy resin pipe. Repair was trenchless witch saved this customer a lot of time and money.

Flood Control and Old Clay Tile Sewer Systems Chicagoland

2012-08-06T11:20:00.000-07:00

Home owners in Chicago land are having more frequent sewer backs up and broken lines. A problem with the Chicago land sewer system is that sanitary sewer and storm lines share the same main line in the middle of the street. This is a problem because when flash flood hit they cannot keep up with the large volume of water at once so many home owners end up with sewage in there basement. A solution to this problem would be to convert your home to an overhead sewer system or install flood control system. Another problem home owners often face is broken sewer line that cause sewage backs ups. When dealing with such problems it is always best to video inspect the sewer line and locate the bad spot. After spot is located you could either make spot repair or line sewer that saves a lot of time and money, Trench-less sewer repair are the new trend because homeowners are running into chronic sewer problems that are solved with trenchless sewer repair with new seamless epoxy resin pipe.

For Expert Sewer Service commercial or residential plumbing work. You can always “Rely on Reliance” Plumbing! (847) 583-1858. (http://www.relianceplumbing.com)

+Christopher Michael Burns

Water Heater Service and Repair!

2012-07-18T14:00:00.000-07:00

The water heater is a key component in a home or business. If the water heater is not working properly (not heating water or leaking, for example) it can be a very uncomfortable situation for a family and a disaster for a business. Reliance Plumbing provides expert water heater repair, service and replacement. We carry many brands that are effective and also energy efficient. We also install high energy efficient “green” water heaters such as tankless water heaters. Call us today to learn more about the efficient tankless water heater option!

Why Sewer Cleanout Access are Important to your Home!

2012-07-17T10:47:00.000-07:00

Reliance Plumbing

Difference Between Sewage Ejector Pumps & Sump Pump Systems!

NorthShore Chicago Land Flood Control!

Drain Tile and Sump Pump System Simplified!

We Finance Flood Control System North Shore Chicago!

Threats of Flash Floods and Basement Flooding Chicago land!

Sump Pump Battery Back Up System

Reliance Plumbing Sewer & Drainage "Preventative Tips"

Plumbing Problems "Common Vent and Main Sanitary Sewer Clogs" Preventative Tips!

Plumbing Problems "Trap Clogs" Preventative Tips!

Plumbing Problems "Common Clogs" Preventative Tips!

Wilmette Plumber Cleanout Installation!

What Sump Pump Battery Back Ups Professionals Recommend!

Northbrook Plumbers Reliance Plumbing Sewer Lining Chicagoland

Tankless Water Heater Maintenance-Reliance Plumbing

Cast Iron Roof Drain Vent Stack Installation

Gurnee Plumber Water Service Repair

Northbrook Plumbers Broken Overhead Sanitary Sewer Repair

Castiron and Floor Sink Installation

Northbrook Directional Boring Water Line Installation | Reliance Plumbing

Evanston Residential Sanitary Sewer Main Liner

New Sewer Line Installation Wilmette Plumber

Sewer Lining Northbrook Plumber

Flood Control and Old Clay Tile Sewer Systems Chicagoland

Water Heater Service and Repair!

Tips for Keeping Your Water Heater Running at its Best

Tankless Water Heaters Vs Traditional Storage Water Heaters

Why Sewer Cleanout Access are Important to your Home!