EASY PLUMBING TIPS THAT EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW

Post On June 23, 2020

When it comes to owning a home, simple preventative measures can help you avoid massive problems in all areas of your house, specially bathrooms and kitchens. When it comes to owning a home, simple preventative measures can help you avoid massive problems in all areas of your house.

Plumbing is a skill that everyone should have a basic idea about, since there are some plumbing problems which require no professional assistance and will save you a lot of money. Thus, here are some of the basic plumbing tips you need to remember–

Know the Location of Shut-Off Valves:

Knowing how and where to shut off your home’s main water supply is as important as knowing how and where to turn-off or reset an electric breaker or replace a fuse. Every home was required to have a main water shut-off valve installed inside the home during initial construction. The shut-off valve is typically located near the front foundation wall in the basement. The main water may have come through the concrete floor or through the wall. The valve is typically within 3-5 feet of where the main water enters. In some cases, the main water may enter in a different area, like a mechanical room, up through the floor, near the water heater or furnace.

Don’t Put Garbage Down the Drain:

From grease to egg shells, cleaning products to face wipes, there are many different items that many people chuck into their sink or down toilet without a second thought.

But did you know that your casual flushing could be risking your pipes and potentially cause a blockage?
Not only that, but our sewer systems simply weren’t built to deal with all of the products and objects that are sent down the pipes. If it’s not liquid or human waste, it’s probably best to put it in the trash rather than sending it swimming.

Many of these items are non-biodegradable and certain products like coffee grounds can cause blockage in the pipes. Other products contain harmful chemicals and can cause massive damage to your pipes and can result in huge blockages. 

Next time your drain is clearing slowly, don’t buy expensive, chemical drain cleaners.Manually unclog a drain with a drain snake. Just insert into the drain and pull back out with the clog culprit attached. If you don’t have or don’t want to hassle with one, try using a wet/dry shop vacuum to suck out the clog.A drain treatment uses a combination of water, bleach, and toxic chemicals to actively remove common blockages like fat, oil, grease, and soap scum from your pipes.

Check for immediate leaks:

While major leaks may be easy to catch, minor leaks in your home’s plumbing can cause serious damage over time. The additional water waste can also create a spike in your family’s water bill. Take some time to check the areas of your home’s plumbing that stay out of your day-to-day eyesight. Areas like under the kitchen sink, bathroom sink, under and around your water heater, and your outdoor faucets. Most of these leaks can be easily fixed and don’t require a professional plumber.

Take pictures before closing up walls:

Your walls may not hold much inner beauty, given that they contain all sorts of wires and pipes that ensure proper functioning of your house. Since we are most likely to forgot which pipe is behind which wall, it’s a good idea to take pictures of what’s inside those walls. Not only will it ensure you tear down the right wall during a repair, but will also make you save time, which serves a great value it case of leaks. so, the next time you are remodeling your house, you will know where the framing and the plumbing lines are!

Professional plumbing services cost a little more than one would prefer, given that you can do these yourself with little to no knowledge. These DIY tips can help you keep your bathroom and kitchen problem free and minor repairs can be easily treated. Regular checks are an important part of maintenance as well. So, the next time you have a plumbing problem, try to solve it yourself with the help of these tips!

This are the EASY PLUMBING TIPS THAT EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW !

So next time, don’t be afraid to be to replace parts, since there is little damage you can possibly do. So, if you hear the toilet running frequently, or your sink is dripping, get replacement parts and give it a go!

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