Why Is My Toilet Bubbling? Common Causes and Fixes for Illinois Homeowners

A bubbling toilet can catch you off guard. It might seem minor at first, but it often points to a larger issue with your home’s drainage or air flow, something worth fixing before it becomes disruptive. For homeowners across Bloomington, Peoria, Collinsville, and Springfield, bubbling toilets can be caused by anything from minor clogs to serious issues with your sewer...

If you’ve ever dealt with spotty dishes, dry skin, or water that smells a little off, your home’s water quality may be part of the problem. Homeowners across Illinois, including Peoria, Bloomington, Collinsville, and Springfield deal with a wide range of water conditions depending on their municipality or well system. At Tiger, we know water treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re...

If you live in an older home in Illinois, there’s a good chance your foundation includes a crawl space. These spaces can be vulnerable to moisture due to heavy spring rains, winter snowmelt, and high humidity levels. Homeowners in Bloomington, Peoria, Collinsville, and Springfield often don’t realize there’s a problem until the damage is done. At Tiger, we specialize in...

If you’re searching for ways to stay more comfortable indoors while easing the strain on your HVAC system, you may not need to look further than your ceiling fan. Often overlooked, ceiling fan direction plays a vital role in seasonal comfort and efficiency. With quick seasonal adjustments, homeowners in Bloomington, Peoria, Springfield, and Collinsville can better regulate airflow, support indoor...

Sweltering in your Springfield home with a rising energy bill? You’re not alone. Illinois summers bring long stretches of heat and humidity that push AC systems to their limit. But with a few smart strategies, you can stay cool and lower summer cooling costs. Whether you’re managing Peoria’s industrial heat, Bloomington’s humid evenings, or the summer sprawl of Collinsville and...

Signs You Need a Backflow Preventer Backflow isn’t something most homeowners think about until something smells off, water runs brown, or pressure drops without warning. But when water reverses direction in your plumbing, it can carry contaminants right into your drinking supply. For families and businesses in Illinois communities like Bloomington, Peoria, Collinsville, and Springfield, a backflow preventer isn’t just...

A cold shower can sometimes be a treat in the heat of summer. But other times of the year, not so much. If you live with other people, you may find yourself juggling bath times with chores that need hot water because it runs out too soon. If this is an ongoing problem, here are five reasons why and how...

A good plumber is like gold. A great plumber is…well, priceless. You can have issues that come up rarely and are dealt with quickly or you can be stuck with problem after problem that never gets solved in a timely manner. Here are the characteristics of a truly professional plumber. They communicate Good plumbers communicate with you. Whether they are...

Spring might be just around the corner, but furnace season is still in full swing. Because of the colder weather, you might have noticed an increase in your natural gas utility bills. Let’s take a look at why your natural gas bill can be so high this time of year, and some steps you can take to reduce this expense....

Similar to our HVAC system, our plumbing system is designed to withstand the test of time, pressures from the ever-changing weather, and other factors that attempt to decrease its durability. However, if you don’t take care of your system, fixtures, faucets, or drains, you may end up needing costly repair or even replacement services. That’s why our skilled plumbers have...