When you buy a new home, it’s likely that some sort of plumbing problem will exist. The kitchen and the bathroom are the most common places that plumbing problems occur. Plumbing troubles are an expected part of home ownership. Below are some great tips so you can be ready when it happens to you.
It’s easy to fix noisy pipes which squeak or sound like hammering. You must anchor any type of exposed pipe. For pipes that are situated inside walls, or the floor or ceiling, you should hire a professional.
If you have a frozen pipe, turn on the nearest faucet so the water has an escape route when the pipe starts to thaw. This reduces pressure to keep the pipe from bursting, which could prevent a big mess in your home.
Don’t be tempted to use commercial bleach tablets, blue toilet tablets or any other product that claims to prevent toilet odor. These products can be great when it comes to getting rid of odors, but unfortunately, they can cause significant damage to the rubber portions of your toilet. This can lead to it breaking down or having other issues.
If you are unable to relieve a clogged toilet with a plunger, try pouring a small bucket of water into the bowl from about waist level if the level of water in the bowl is low. Once the water is lower, do this again.
Place a strainer on top of every drain so that you collect all debris that has the ability to clog the drain. Clean your kitchen strainer often, particularly if you can see debris accumulating. Bathtub drains should be cleaned regularly as well.
You have the knowledge, tools, and skills to apply all three to the plumbing system. If a plumbing issue arises that you aren’t sure you can handle, do some research about it before calling a plumber. The advice in this piece is meant to enhance your growing body of plumbing knowledge, and you should always continue to learn. You could have discovered a “regular” or new favorite idea for plumbing projects.
