Baker & Sons Plumbing

06/16/2026

🌦️ SOUTHERN ILLINOIS WEATHER 🌦️

If you've lived here very long, you know our weather can be a little... unpredictable. 😅

One day it's sunshine and 75°.The next day it's thunderstorms, hail, and a tornado warning.

We want to see your craziest Southern Illinois weather photos!

📸 Lightning🌪️ Storm clouds❄️ Snowstorms🌈 Rainbows🌅 Beautiful sunsets🌊 Flooding⛈️ Severe weather

What's the craziest weather photo you've ever taken in Southern Illinois?

Drop your photos in the comments below and tell us where you took them!

👇 Let's see what Southern Illinois has to offer.

06/16/2026

Happy Tuesday morning!!

If you’re needing new pipe work, there are more options that don’t destroy your yard!

06/15/2026

👨‍🔧 Meet the Staff Monday: Patrick Hoxworth

This week we're introducing one of the hardworking faces behind our storm shelter installations — Patrick Hoxworth!

Patrick has been part of the Baker & Sons family for 1.5 years, and when asked what he enjoys most about his job, his answer was simple:

💙 His coworkers and his customers.

When Patrick isn't helping keep Southern Illinois families safe, you'll likely find him spending time with family and friends, or hanging out with his furry crew:

🐶 Loki
🐱 Luna
🐱 Bowie

His favorite part of working at Baker & Sons?

🏠 Installing storm shelters and helping families prepare for severe weather.

And if he could have any superpower?

✈️ The ability to fly!

One piece of advice Patrick wants every homeowner to remember:

✅ Preventative maintenance is worth it.

Thank you, Patrick, for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to taking care of our customers every day!

Drop a 👋 in the comments and help us show Patrick some appreciation!

06/15/2026

06/11/2026

☕🚽 Kendra’s tea cup this morning had the whole office understanding just how seriously she takes her job. As she drank out of her Pot-tea 😂

You see, at Baker & Sons, we hear a lot of tea. 😏

Customers call every day with stories, DIY plans, and the famous:

“I’ll just fix it myself.”

Meanwhile, Kendra sits back, sips her tea from its own dedicated bathroom, and politely says,

“Okay sir… we’ll hear from you soon.” 😂

With her outstanding customer service background, she already knows how this story usually ends.

✔ Organized
✔ Efficient
✔ Gives the tea its own bathroom

We’re not saying plumbers know everything…

But after 40 years in business, we’ve heard enough tea to know when a callback is coming. ☕🚽😂

06/11/2026

Yesterday we talked about the changes.. today let’s talk about what remains the same in the last 40 years.

Technology has changed.
The way we communicate has changed.
The tools we use have changed.
The world has changed.

But some things haven’t.

🔹 Treating customers like family.
🔹 Showing up when we say we will.
🔹 Doing the job right the first time.
🔹 Standing behind our work.
🔹 Supporting our community.
🔹 Taking pride in a hard day’s work.
🔹 Building relationships that last for generations.

For 40 years, Southern Illinois has trusted Baker & Sons Plumbing with their homes, businesses, and families. That’s a responsibility we never take for granted.

While the tools may be different than they were in 1986, our commitment to honest service, quality workmanship, and our community remains exactly the same.

Thank you for allowing us to serve Southern Illinois for the past 40 years. We look forward to continuing that tradition for many years to come.

❤️ A lot has changed in 40 years. Our commitment to you hasn’t.

06/10/2026

Since Baker & Sons Plumbing opened its doors in 1986, a lot has changed.

Let’s see who remembers these…

☎️ Having a phone attached to the wall.
📼 Renting movies for the weekend.
🗺️ Using a paper map to get somewhere.
📷 Taking pictures and waiting for them to be developed.
💿 Burning CDs for road trips.
📞 Calling your friend’s house and hoping their parents didn’t answer.
💻 Listening to dial-up internet.
⛽ Gas under $1 a gallon.
🛒 Writing checks at the grocery store.
📖 Looking up phone numbers in the phone book.

If you’ve been around since then, what’s something that is nostalgic for you?

Drop your memories in the comments below! 👇

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06/10/2026

There is no better compliment than hearing directly from our customers, and this one means a lot to our team.

Tom Vowell recently trusted Baker & Sons Plumbing with a storm shelter installation, followed by plumbing, sewer, and septic work for a new build. Here’s what he had to say:

“You have a real treasure in Chase and R***r… These two are people you should invest in. I have been a supervisor in law enforcement for over 20 years and these two are top notch. They represent your business very well and are very good at their trade.”

Tom also gave a special shout-out to Melissa, Austin, and Richard for helping make the entire process a great experience.

At Baker & Sons, we believe great service starts with great people. We are incredibly proud of our team and the way they serve our customers every day.

Thank you, Tom, for your trust, your kind words, and for choosing Baker & Sons Plumbing. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of your new home project and are grateful for customers like you!

👏 Help us congratulate Melissa, Chase, R***r, Austin, and Richard in the comments below!

06/09/2026

🔧 Stop Plumbing Problems Before They Start.

Most major plumbing repairs don’t happen overnight. Small issues often give warning signs long before they become expensive emergencies.

That’s why Baker & Sons Plumbing offers Maintenance Plans designed to help protect your home, save money, and give you peace of mind all year long.

✅ Priority Scheduling
✅ Discounts on Repairs
✅ Annual Plumbing Inspections
✅ Early Detection of Potential Problems
✅ Peace of Mind Knowing Your Plumbing Is Being Monitored

Think of it like routine maintenance for your vehicle—taking care of small issues now can help prevent costly repairs later.

Your home is one of your biggest investments. Let us help you protect it.

📞 Call Baker & Sons Plumbing today to learn more about our Maintenance Plans.
618-993-6986

Family Owned • Trusted Since 1986 • Serving Southern Illinois

06/09/2026

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