We thought would be good to provide a few tips in respect of plumbing at home The most common plumbing problems are blocked drains and toilets, leaky taps, and pipes, running toilets and geyser problems.
To save money you can tackle your own plumbing problems, just make sure that you understand what the problem is and that you know how to fix it, otherwise it is advised to contact a professional.
Blocked drains can be a nightmare. You can use drain strainers at your sinks or bathtubs, to keep food and hair out of your drains. Hair especially is a rather common reason for blocked drains as it binds with grease and other sticky stuff and then forms clogs.
Be careful of food waste, it should be avoided at all times and although we are sometimes lazy to remove the small food particles from the sink, it is actually important that you do as it clogs up drains rather quickly, especially tealeaves and coffee grounds that do not break down.
Do not discard old cooking oil down your drains, the oil will clog up your pipes. Let the oil cool and pour it in a disposable container and throw it away.
Clean your drains regularly. You can use vinegar to clean your drains. Let the vinegar sit for a few hours and then flush it away with running hot water. A plunger can be used to help remove clog in your drain or toilet.
Signs that may indicate that you have a water leak are mould, peeling paint, the sound of running water when no taps are open, mysterious puddles or stains, if you suspect a leak but hear nothing you could use a simple method to place a screwdriver against pipes, place your ear on back of screw driver and listen if you hear any water running, naturally all taps must be closed.
A leaking tap can be fixed, by simply replacing a washer, yet make sure you have closed the input feed, as removing the tap without closing main feed could lead to unfunny, yet funny, disaster and an early shower
When you need a plumber, choose a reputable local plumber and always call a certified plumber for major issues.
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