The Duane Blanton blog
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December 15, 2023
Clogged toilets are a common annoyance that every home dweller encounters at one time or another. Although there are a variety of reasons why a toilet gets clogged, some causes are more common than…
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Introduction When looking to engage in trenchless sewer repair, you will likely face a rather challenging situation as a homeowner. While this can be quite overwhelming at times, you will have assistance available in…
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As travel restrictions ease around the country, and the opportunity to vacation opens back up, homeowners will begin seizing the chance to get some time away. Before you leave for vacation, homeowners should take…
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Now is when homeowners set aside time to commit to spring cleaning, and some are more thorough than others. Whether cleaning every room, top to bottom or just dusting and sorting a few spots…
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One: Selecting the Size of Water Heater for a Round Lake, IL Home When our plumbers are helping customers select the type of water heater needed for a home, its size is one of…
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Most Midwestern homeowners should be familiar with battery-powered sump pumps. As one of the most important pieces of equipment in the home to prevent flooding and water damage, sump pumps tend to be set-it-and-forget-it…
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You probably haven’t given much thought to your refrigerator, except for now, as it comes time to replace it with a new model. Maybe it’s finally started to break down, and you need to…
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Do you change your air filter each month? Checking and changing A/C filters every month might not seem like such an important item around the house, but a clean air filter can have a…
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Owning a home is a dream for many people. However, there are a lot of things that go along with owning a home that people need to be aware of. One of the most…
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Low Flow Faucets When our customers begin to complain to us about their high water bills, we suggest replacing plumbing fixtures with low-flow models. An easy place to begin the process of reducing water…
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