Hentges Plumbing & Heating - Alton's Top-Rated Plumbing Contractor

Our thorough plumbing inspections in Alton focus on identifying pipes in uninsulated areas like crawl spaces, attics, and exterior walls that are most vulnerable to freezing. We check for proper insulation, locate your main water shut-off valve for emergencies, and recommend specific, proactive measures—like pipe wrapping or heat tape—to protect your home before the deep freeze sets in.

Given Alton's soil and water table, we test your sump pump's operation, check the discharge line for clogs or freezing (a common local issue), ensure the pit is clear of debris, and verify the backup power system. This inspection confirms your primary defense against spring meltwater and heavy rains is ready to work, preventing the wet basements many area homes experience.

The ideal times are late fall, before freezing temperatures arrive, to safeguard against frozen pipes, and early spring, before the rainy season, to ensure your sump pump is operational. This proactive, twice-a-year schedule aligns with our local climate patterns and is the most effective way to prevent the common plumbing emergencies we see in the Alton area.