Have you ever experienced a loud hammering noise or pipe rattling in your walls or ceiling? Water Hammer, also called hydraulic shock, is “a sound of concussion of moving water against the sides of a containing pipe or vessel,” (State of Illinois Plumbing Code). Water Hammer is the result of a rapid deceleration of water flow in an enclosed space, like a pipe. There are a few ways to remedy this problem, requiring simple parts and know how.
With summer in full swing, C.J. Erickson Plumbing is looking to find the ugliest of the ugly. C.J.’s first “Ugliest Toilet Contest” begins June 15, 2010. Facebook Fans are invited to submit a photo or 30-second video of the ugliest toilet in their home. Fans may submit photos and videos through June 30, 2010. The winner of C.J.’s Ugliest Toilet Contest will win a free Kohler water-efficient toilet, removal of the old toilet and installation of the new toilet.
Many homeowners do not rank their household toilet very high on the list of priorities. However, it is a key fixture of a modern and well-functioning home. When building a home, or remodeling your bathroom, it is important to find the right toilet, both functionally and aesthetically.
Recently, C.J. Erickson Plumbing was asked by Clune Construction Company to attain our FMIScore. Obtaining an FMIScore is a requirement to prequalify to work with their company.
We had no hesitations about fulfilling this request. Economic stability in business today is important and should be questioned and verified. Companies, particularly in the construction industry, cannot be [...]
In 2006, as part of C.J. Erickson’s Centennial Celebration, the Community Service Corps was created. The purpose of the Community Service Corps was to establish and coordinate volunteer opportunities for C.J. Erickson Plumbing Co. employees. During that year our employees volunteered at local soup kitchens and even sponsored a house for the “Rebuild Together” project.
After [...]
Don’t let a flooded basement happen to you. As the snow begins to melt and make way for spring rains, make sure your home is protected from a sump pump failure or power outage.
A Pro Series Sump Pump provides the following standard features:
Switches automatically to battery power in an emergency
Pumps up to 2,400 gallons per [...]