Urbana, IL

Diagnosed a jammed kitchen garbage disposal and a tripped reset switch. Unlocked the motor, reset the unit, and verified proper operation.

Cleared kitchen sink and bathtub backup caused by food buildup. Removed under-sink plumbing and rodded 30 feet with a 5/16” cable for effective drain cleaning. Reinstalled piping, tested for leaks, and verified full, proper drainage.

Inspected sewer line from garage roof vent using a sonde and cable machine to navigate tight turns. Located and marked the pipe in the backyard at 2'6" deep to provide an accurate cleanout installation quote.

Cleaned furnace burners and flame sensor, checked gas pressures, and delivered two filters for HVAC maintenance. Inspected plumbing system, verified water pressure, noted a noisy inducer motor, and provided a water heater replacement quote.

Resolved furnace not heating by resetting a tripped rollout switch and clearing system lockout. Cleaned the flame sensor, burners, pressure switch tubing, and drain trap. Tested system for 20 minutes to ensure proper heating performance.

Performed comprehensive HVAC maintenance, inspecting and testing all furnace components to ensure safe, proper system operation.

Installed a new shower neck and customer-supplied shower head, then tested for leaks. Inspected the three-handle shower valve causing shut-off issues and provided a quote for shower valve replacement.

Provided an onsite assessment and quote to temporarily disconnect and move the exterior heat pump for landscaping, then return to reconnect the unit and complete a full HVAC maintenance.

Completed toilet repair by replacing a cracked toilet with a new Toto Drake elongated model. Removed the old wax ring and hardware, installed new mounting bolts and wax ring, then restored the water supply and tested flushes to confirm zero leaks.

Investigated furnace not heating issue on a recall visit and found the main power switch turned off. Switched the power back on and verified proper system operation and heating.

Replaced two leaking outside spigots with new Woodford wall hydrants, installing new pipe and press-fit connections. Bled air from the system and thoroughly tested for leaks to ensure reliable performance.

Cleaned crawlspace furnace burners, igniter, and flame sensor, replaced the air filter, and verified heat pump defrost mode for seasonal HVAC maintenance. Inspected plumbing shut-offs, sinks, and dye-tested toilets with no leaks or issues found.

Performed fall HVAC maintenance and plumbing inspection. Replaced furnace filter, cleared condensate drain line, and tested igniter and capacitor. Inspected all sinks, toilets, faucets, and primary/backup sump pumps for proper operation.

Augered clogged toilet to clear a waste buildup blockage. Flushed multiple times with paper to test drainage and restore proper flow for a lasting toilet repair.

Inspected the existing crawlspace gas line and provided an estimate to extend a TracPipe line from the 1-inch black iron pipe to the stove area.

Replaced furnace filter, cleaned flame sensor and pressure port hose, tested igniter, and checked wiring. Plumbing inspection revealed a non-operational main sump pump. Tested all sinks, toilets, shut-off valves, and water temperature.

Inspected home plumbing, including toilets, drains, ejector, and sump pumps. Performed furnace maintenance, capped the fresh air intake line to prevent pest entry, verified system operation, and addressed duct noise from thermal expansion.

Performed comprehensive HVAC furnace maintenance: cleaned the burners and flame sensor, tested the igniter and inducer capacitor, cleaned inducer hoses, inspected the filter, and verified motor amperage and gas/static pressure levels.

Removed programmed schedule and configured thermostat to manual hold mode at 70°F for heating to prevent unexpected temperature changes and ensure consistent comfort.

Rodded a backed-up main sewer line to restore flow for camera inspection and located city taps. Hydro jetted the western line, identifying a 30-foot pipe sag, and marked all line connections for a potential lift station installation.

Replaced air filter, cleaned flame sensor, condensate trap, inducer port, and burners during bi-annual HVAC maintenance. Tested ignitor resistance, static pressures, and airflow. Inspected sinks and toilets for leaks and checked water temperature.

Resolved basement water leak by replacing a pinhole-damaged section of galvanized pipe above the water softener with 3/4" copper piping. Pressed all new connections and restored water flow with no further leaks.

Repositioned main pump and float during sump pump repair to free jammed switch. Secured connections, reinstalled pit lid, and verified proper main pump operation. Sent quote for recommended atmospheric backflow preventer on backup line.

Performed HVAC maintenance on the steam boiler and mini-split system. Removed and deep-cleaned the blowers on both indoor units to restore proper airflow and efficiency.

Quoted removing the outdoor AC unit for home renovations. Advised replacing the aging 1999 R22 system and problematic furnace rather than temporary relocation, and scheduled an estimate for a new air conditioner and furnace installation.