One way to avoid any costly repairs (from appliance to plumbing repairs) at your home is a regular maintenance. The key on regular maintenance is to catch small problems before they grow.
Routine Maintenance Tasks
Check pipes and connectors under the sinks, tubs or toilets for any leaks or any signs of moisture. Check for signs of corrosion on brass or copper fittings; corrosion occurs more rapidly on damp metal, so corroded connections could reveal a slow leak.
Check water pressure by turning faucets in sinks, showers and tubs.
Check drainage system by how quickly the water drains after you test the faucet; slow drains could mean a clog waiting to happen.
If any items above have an issue then call a plumber to prevent any costly repairs in the future when thing will get worse.
Most Common Plumbing Issues
Low Water Pressure
When you have a low water pressure, this issue might not be related to the pipes in your house but to the municipal water supply. It is rare, but a break in a main line can temporarily reduce your water pressure. A more common cause of this problem is a build-up of deposits or sediment on faucet aerators.
Dripping Faucets
A dripping faucet in the sink is annoying plus it drives your water bill higher. A single faucet can send hundreds of gallons of water per year down your drains a drop at a time. Probably the issue with rubber or silicone-based washers that got bad and needs to be replaced.
Running Toilet
The toilet water is running non-stop after flushing, it might be time to replace its inner mechanism. Toilets usually run when the flapper valve that lets water pass from the tank to the bowl no longer fits properly, the float is imbalanced or the fill tube comes loose. In some cases, it could be more difficult issues, then call a plumber.
Clogged Drains
The water stays in the sink, tub or toilet or drain but very slow then your pipes a clogged. Plungers use air pressure to dislodge a clog, but they cannot remove it entirely. Commercial drain cleaners and clog removers are safe for most drains for occasional use, but these caustic materials can damage some pipe materials if used too frequently. If you don’t want to damage your pipes or deal with it on your own, then call a plumber but be prepared to pay some high cost for these type pf repairs.
Pipes are leaking
Leaking pipes can be the most expensive issue from all other since it is potentially can damage your walls, ceiling or floor. Leaks usually happen at joints, which is why commercial joint fillers (fitting compounds) is always available in local stores such as Home Depot, Lowe’s etc. This stuff can be a temporary fix, because in some cases the pipes may need to be replaced or its fittings.
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Interesting article! it is always easy to check regularly your home and be proactive than pay later a big buck!
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