by opendrains | Aug 1, 2025 | Hydro-Jetting, Sewer Line Rodding
When faced with stubborn sewer line blockages, Chicago homeowners often debate between two popular drain cleaning methods: hydro-jetting and sewer rodding. Both techniques have distinct advantages, and choosing the right method depends on the specific circumstances of...
by opendrains | Jul 15, 2025 | Sewer Line
Summer in Chicago often means backyard barbeques, family gatherings, and enjoying the warm weather. Unfortunately, it can also mean increased strain on your plumbing system. Sewer line issues can quickly escalate into plumbing nightmares, causing serious inconvenience...
by opendrains | Jul 1, 2025 | Sump Pump
July cloudbursts can dump two inches of rain on Chicagoland in a single afternoon—enough to turn an unprepared basement into an indoor pool. A healthy sump pump is your first line of defense against the water damage, mold, and foundation issues that follow a summer...
by opendrains | Jun 14, 2025 | Sewer Line Rodding
For most people, there’s not a lot of thought when it comes to their sewer systems. You flush the toilet or pull the stopper out of the sink and the water drains away. Until it doesn’t. Slow drains and clogs are real problems that most homes and businesses will have...
by opendrains | May 31, 2025 | Tips & Suggestions
If you own or manage a commercial building, you know that maintenance is never-ending. But while you’re keeping up with HVAC systems, landscaping, and electrical work, there’s one critical task that often gets overlooked: cleaning the roof drains. Ignoring your roof...
