The cats are picky about their water and the litter box location. A few plumbing-friendly setups keep the cats drinking and the home dry.
The fountain
A pet fountain keeps the water moving and the cats interested. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Chicago, the fountain is the drink magnet.
The filter
The fountain filters keep the water clean between the changes. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Chicago, the filter swap is the habit.
The placement
Keep the bowls away from the litter box and the noisy spots. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Chicago, the placement matters.
The faucet
Some cats prefer the dripping faucet over the bowl. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Chicago, a pet fountain beats the drip.
The litter
The clumping litter can clog the drains if it gets washed down. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Chicago, the litter stays out of the sink.
The cleanup
The enzymatic cleaners handle the accidents without the damage. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Chicago, the cleaner is the fix.
The call
Setting up a cat fountain? Call 888-217-3585 and Chicago Home Plumbing Co will match you with a Chicago pro for the install.
Plumbing in Chicago: what to know
In Chicago, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Cook County — from Cicero, Stickney and Berwyn to ZIP codes like 60608, 60623, 60609 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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