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Practical Plumbing Tips And Tricks For Everyday Home Maintenance

Learn essential plumbing tips and tricks to fix common issues that occur in your house. Know when to call a professional. Keep your home in top shape.

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There is nothing more joyful than being the owner of a place that you call home. But with every joy, some responsibilities must be taken care of.

And, sometimes the responsibility demands you to roll up your sleeves and tackle the plumbing issue that you have encountered.

But, if you are one of those people who hate the ruckus of plumbing , then the thought of tackling a plumbing issue would bring shivers to you.

Anyways, fear not, my dear, I have got some wonderful plumbing tips that I will share with you. These are the plumbing tricks that were taught to me by my father, that would practically help you in solving the minor issues that a homeowner had to face every other day.

So, do not look further, grab your tools and learn with me the dos and don’ts of plumbing.

DIY Quick Fixes For Minor Plumbing Issues

There are many things in your household and kitchen that could be used as a DIY solution to fix some common minor plumbing issues. Take a look:

Use Of Baking Soda And Vinegar

This combination acts as a fast-acting solution for minor clogs in drains. Mix equal parts of both and pour it into the drain. After 15 minutes pour hot (not boiling) water in the drain. Voila’ the drain is functioning properly.

Water Heater Issues

If your water heater is not working efficiently, check the pilot light or circuit breakers for gas and electric heaters respectively. You must also schedule an annual inspection of your water heating system with a professional, as it would not keep it running properly but are also required to keep the warranties valid.

Inspect Regularly

As a homeowner, I would recommend that you make it a habit to inspect your sinks, drains, and pipes to detect minor leaks and clogs. This would help you in saving lots of time and money as well.

What Should Be Avoided

Below are some of the mindful plumbing tips for homeowners that would help them avoid common problems. Take notes:

Avoid draining down the oil and grease, as with time the grease would build up in the drain and can eventually cause clogs. Dispose of it in an old container when cooled down.

Make it a habit to do regular inspections of all the drains, sink pipes, and all the wear and tear. This would help you detect the defect early which would help you save future headaches.

Do not trust every label that says flushable, instead use it for flush toilet paper and human waste ONLY. Flushing everything down the drain would eventually cause a major clog in the plumbing.

If you are fixing a bolt, avoid putting extra strength to tighten the fixings, as it could lead to broken bolts. This would lead to major problems in the future.

Use plungers instead of using chemical cleaners and drain openers. Chemicals would lead to damage to the pipes and drains and are also harmful to health.

Handy Plumbing Tips & Hacks

Here I am sharing some of the plumbing hacks that would help you in detecting leaks and fixing them immediately. Here are the hacks:

Check a leaking toilet by adding a few drops of food color in the toilet tank, if the color appears in the bowl after some time then it means the toilet is leaking and it’s about time to fix the flapper.

If a pipe bursts, immediately shut off the main supply water valve.

You can also use a wire coat hanger to clear minor clogs. Straighten it to create a hook at the end. This would help you in clearing out the hair and debris.

Run the plunger under hot water. This would soften the rubber, which would provide better suction.

How can I maintain plumbing in my home?

Try to follow a basic plumbing check-up routine. In which you must look for possible leaks and damages. Keep your drains clear, do not flush everything down the drain. Also, check the water pressure, and use strainers in the sink to avoid draining the food particles.

How many times should I inspect the plumbing in my house?

You must inspect your house plumbing, once a month or once bi-monthly. But, make it a habit to inspect in detail all the plumbing of your house every changing weather.

What should I do to avoid clogged drains?

You must not drain the grease or oil in the drain, use strainers and also pour hot water down the drain at least once a week. This will help you in keeping the drain open and functioning properly.

Does my homeowner’s insurance cover plumbing costs?

It generally covers ensuing water damage, if it’s sudden or accidental. Different policies have certain policies, for instance, they do not cover the physical damage to the pipe, if it is caused by wear and tear.

When should I call a professional plumber?

You must call a plumber if you cannot trace the origin of the problem, or if there are gas line leakage issues and major leaks.

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Conclusion

Although it seems to be, plumbing is not as difficult as it may seem to be. If you know how to fix minor leaks and clogs, then you might fix them on your own.

With basic knowledge and proper tools, you might quickly resolve the issue by yourself. If it does not happen, then you must hire the services of a professional plumber.

I hope my recommended tips and hacks will help you with maintaining the plumbing in your house. Happy plumbing!!!