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Flood Prevention Tips

May 15th, 2012 No comments

A message from owner Duane Blanton about Flood Prevention.

Run For Randy 2012

May 4th, 2012 No comments
Run For Randy

Run For Randy

Randy Palya was a special boy from Spring Grove, IL.  At the age of 9 he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain stem tumor.  He passed away in 2004 after fighting a courageous battle.

Now Run For Randy has been held for the last 9 years. Over 1,300 people participated last year alone. The charities benefited are: Make-A-Wish Foundation, Bear Necessities Pediatric Found, Richmond/Spring Grove Food Pantry, Helping Hands Food Pantry, It’s All About Kids, Mainstay Therapeutic Riding Program, Turning Point, Home of the Sparrow, Big Brother Big Sisters of Mchenry County, RSGSA, RBBA, MASF Randy Palya Memorial Scholarships, and more.

The 9th annual Run for Randy will be hosted at Horsefair Park in Spring Grove, IL on May 31, 2012.  More information could be found at www.runforrandy.org

How to remove scuff marks

April 28th, 2012 No comments

Scuff marks can really be a nuisance on finished wood floors. The simple tip to take care of them is baking soda, warm water, and a soft wash cloth. It will have your floors back to normal in no time. This is especially useful around Prom or functions where black shoes will be worn on wood floors.

Scuff Marks

Scuff Marks

 

Earth Hour 2012

March 30th, 2012 No comments

Earth Hour 2012

On Saturday March 31, 2012 at 8:30PM CST millions will recognize “Earth Hour.” Which is a where millions will turn off their lights for an hour to help commit to a controlled more sustainable planet.  Check out www.earthhour.org for more information on participation.

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March 29th, 2012 No comments

Windy City, Rainy City

March 22nd, 2012 No comments
Flooded Basement

Flooded Basement

 

Chicago, Illinois is the 3rd largest populated city in the United States.  April begins the the rainy season. When it rains, it pours. When it pours you may need a plumber. Higher than average rainfall produces an environment that overworks sump pumps. Overworked sump pumps tend to fail. At that time it could flood basements, bathrooms, kitchens. This can leave behind damaged furniture, appliances, carpet, and many things that you value. Contact us at 847-855-0000 today for a free safety inspection, or if you are in a plumbing emergency. We’re ready for whatever it is, whenever you need it.

Sewer Line Safety

March 7th, 2012 No comments

“Directional Boring.” This is a process where a trench-less system is tied in under ground, minimizing environmental disruption. If you have a blockage contact JULIE to locate your line, and then contact your service company remove blockage. If you smell a gas leak contact NICOR.

The signs of a gas leak are: discolored vegetation, bubbling water, hissing sounds, rotten egg odor.  Precautions to be taken are: leave area, avoid touching anything that creates sparks, and wait till you are in a safe area before using a cell phone.

Sewer Line Safety

Sewer Line

New Great Way To Blog Quick Pictures.

February 28th, 2012 No comments
Tumblr
Tumblr

There are plenty of cool images and quick little blog ideas here at our Duane Blanton Plumbing Tumblr. The URL is www.duaneblantonplumbing.tumblr.com. Cannot wait for everyone to check it out.

 

February 25th, 2012 No comments

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High Hopes For 2012

February 14th, 2012 No comments

Chrysler Cars

As the economy reaches a point in 2012 where the flipped coin is in mid-air, now is the time the hard working American’s have to call heads or tails.  If you’ve seen the Super Bowl commercial starring Clint Eastwood about Chrysler automobiles it should have brought a tear to your eye.  It wasn’t just selling cars, it was selling America.  As a business owner in the United States I thought wow.  This isn’t a time where we should be fighting other companies to get your business.  This is a time where all of us should be fighting together, for each other, for the customer, for our future.

As the world grows the future is scary.  It leaves much to ponder.  But if we all team up together then there isn’t a thing that could ever bring us down.  America isn’t just a country, it’s a family.  From here on out, we are here to fight for our family, for generations to come!