Serious plumbing problems will cause serious headaches for you, not to mention the potential damage to your home. There are some tips listed below to help you start fixing your plumbing problems.
Frozen pipes are on of the worst plumbing problems. Prevent the pipes from freezing by insulating any sections of pipe that are close to the outside walls, and never allowing the temperature inside to be below freezing. If ambient temperature surrounding pipes goes below freezing, pipes can freeze as well. If you are lucky, you will only experience a minor inconvenience until the pipes thaw. However, they could burst, and that could make a mess and result in a big repair bill.
You need to avoid using any kind of tablet or odor remover in your toilet if at all possible. These may deodorize, but they can seriously damage the rubber pieces in the toilet, causing poor functionality or even complete breakdown of the fixture.
Every so often, inspect the floor around your toilet and see if it has gone soft. Straddle the toilet, then start rocking on each foot to check whether you feel softness or weakening on the floor under you. You can save money by noticing and treating this problem as early as possible.
Shower Heads
Putting in shower heads that are energy-efficient can save you a lot of money in energy costs. Most hot water is consumed in our showers. When you invest in energy-efficient shower heads, you will save around $100 a year for every shower head.
If the hose that leads to your kitchen sink has not been maintained or installed properly, you may notice that water is constantly draining to the dishwasher. The hose must lead uphill then back downhill to prevent the combining of water from each device.
Superior quality is important when it comes to shower fixtures. People will buy the cheapest option thinking it will do the job they need it to do. The disadvantage to doing so is that these models are not highly durable and easily break.
Good management and prevention can help you save money on plumbing. One of the most common repairs involves fixing drain clogs. Clogs in drains can be caused by hair, among other things. You can prevent this from occurring by using a drain cover or a screen that is meant to keep the hair out of the drain and pipes. It’s a lot easier to take hair out of a screen than to pull it from a pipe.
Clean the aerator to if you are dealing with low water pressure issues due to sediment buildup. A small brush (an old toothbrush is ideal) dipped in vinegar will do a great job on the aerator after it’s been removed and disassembled. Rinse the aerator, reassemble it and reattach it to the faucet. This should raise the water pressure nicely because anything that was inside of the aerator will be removed.
Do not attempt to remove grout from your plumbing. You might be able to break it up a little bit and then get it a little further down the line. Plastic pipes, if you have them, will work better than metal. This is a tough problem, however, that very often requires professional intervention.
Garbage Disposal
It is important not to run water while using a garbage disposal. It is popular belief that running water will help the garbage disposal work, but this is mistaken. The opposite is actually true. The running water can cause the disposal to clog, causing a plumbing problem.
If a plug needs to be removed, there are a few methods you can use. The first method is by using a chisel and hammer to try to loosen the fitting. Your other option to try is to chisel through the out plug.
Plumbing Problems
Plumbing issues can be bothersome, but with perseverance and hard work, they can be fixed. With knowledge, you can deal with some plumbing problems without needing to hire a plumber. Help yourself out and try following the tips provided above to fix all your plumbing problems.