Poor quality plumbing is a big problem both in business places and households. Improper and inadequate flow of water will leave a pile of unfinished house chores and will slowly put down businesses where water is an important commodity such as restaurants and hotels. While most property owners are familiar with plumbing systems, only a few understand how it works and the potential problems that come with plumbing. Learning more about your plumbing system will teach you how to respond quickly and properly to certain component problems. Below is a list of potential plumbing problems and how to avoid them.

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Clogged drains

This is a common plumbing problem that usually occurs in kitchens and bathrooms. It is usually caused by a blockage. When this happens, using chemicals is one effective way to restore proper water flow. Make sure to use safety gloves and goggles when pouring chemicals down the drain. Remember not to overuse the chemical solution since it may damage the drain.

How to avoid clogged drains:

Avoid throwing in cooking oil and fibrous wastes into your kitchen sink; and knotted hair and soap into your bathroom sink.

Failing water heater

Having a water heater device readily available for use anytime provides great comfort in a home. Learning that your water heater is malfunctioning during the winter is the worst thing that could happen. Thus, make sure this unfortunate situation is avoided.

Water Heater

Water Heater

How to avoid failing water heater:

Avoid a failing water heater at home with the following maintenance tips: flushing the tank, inspecting the anode rod, testing the temperature and pressure relief valve, and looking into the expansion tank regularly.

Low water pressure

Experiencing low water pressure provides great inconvenience at home. There are multiple causes of low water pressure. Corrosion, clogging or blockages can be slowing the water flow.

How to avoid low water pressure:

Low water pressure can be caused by defective fixtures. Avoid this plumbing problem by buying and installing new faucet aerators or showerheads. Don’t forget to do fixtures cleaning and maintenance regularly.

Low Water Pressure

Low Water Pressure

Running toilet

A running toilet can be considered a major plumbing problem since it’s wasting hundreds of gallons of water per day and causing you high water bills to pay. Thus, make sure the problem is solved as soon as possible. Calling a licensed plumber will help you get to the right solution fast.

How to avoid a running toilet:

To avoid a running toilet problem, see to it that your toilet handle and toilet chain are properly working. Checking the water level in the tank and the fill valve regularly may avoid a running toilet.

Leaking pipes

Leaks down the pipes should not be ignored, otherwise, you could be experiencing worst plumbing problems later on. Aside from being a nuisance, leaky pipes may cause structural problems. While using tapes, fillers and compounds temporarily fix pipe leaks, it would be wise to ask help from a professional plumber. 

How to avoid leaking pipes:

Leaks down the pipes can be avoided by setting the thermostat at the same temperature both day and night. Freezing water during the winter may cause pipes to burst and leak; allowing a drip of cold water prevents freezing, thus, avoiding the leak problem.

Leaking Pipes

Leaking Pipes

Quality plumbing through regular valve inspection and maintenance

Valves regulate the flow of water in buildings. Certain plumbing problems may start with valves or controls when not properly protected or maintained. Valve boxes can provide protection to the critical plumbing device. It also conceals the unsightly controls and provides easy and convenient access when needed, during equipment inspections or maintenance.

Preserve your plumbing system and get it immediately repaired at the first sight of the problem. Calling for the service of licensed and experienced plumbers will serve you the best results in no time.

Author Bio:

Jan is a writer for BestAccessDoors.com where she passionately shares her ideas and information in the construction, engineering, architecture, and plumbing industry. Besides writing, she loves spending her time with her dogs and family, or sometimes, finishing her favorite tv series in a day.