Plumbing Is Not As Hard As It Seems

By Tony Chang


Don't be intimidated by the flood of information about plumbing - you can learn it. It is a topic that is easy to do research on and to teach. Hopefully, finding this list of helpful tips will help you with your plumbing methods and skill set.

Over-tightening a pipe can be just as bad, maybe worse than if you under-tighten it. If you over-tighten your pipes, you can crack or otherwise damage the pipes. Only tighten pipes until they stop leaking.

If the water in your toilet is low along with the toilet being clogged, pour some extra water in the bowl to make the plunger effective again. This procedure can be repeated if the water level again returns to a level that is too low.

Check any loose tiles for water damage evidence. Press the tiles to see if they "give," which could be a sign of a leak. If the tile does yield, the problem should be investigated immediately. It is much easier to fix a plumbing problem in its early stages.

If the forecast calls for below-freezing temperatures, you should constantly supply heat to exposed pipes. You pipes may freeze in very cold weather. Even pipes located inside of the house can freeze. Ensure you have a heating lamp or a type of tiny heater on the pipes to maintain water flow.

If your plumbing system is showing its age, it may be in your best interest to replace some parts. While it is possible to patch some issues caused by damaged pipes, these are not permanent fixes. Go ahead and bite the bullet; the cost of a new part is worth it if you can resolve an issue for good.

To extend the life of your pipes, try to stay away from drain cleaners if you can. Drain cleaners contain very corrosive chemicals that can damage pipes if used too frequently. Instead, if you find your drain is blocked up, look at hiring a professional to come out and look at it to see what the problem is.

Research potential plumbers before hiring one. Sometimes plumbers will not be very good at their job, and can even make problems worse than they are. Ask around, and check online reviews. Your relatives and friends will likely know a plumber they will recommend.

You need to learn the size of the hot water tank needed for your home if you want to use your water heater in the most efficient manner possible. If you are aware of how many people and appliances will be using hot water, you can determine the appropriate capacity.

Now that wasn't so bad, was it? Like many other subjects, the plumbing world has a vast amount of information available. It's good to get an idea of where to start. Then you can move forward logically to unravel your problem. Hopefully, the tips above have given you the information you need.




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