Plumbing problems can be quite a headache for a homeowner not familiar with how to fix plumbing. Pro...

1. Easy Ways On How To Do Plumbing Right
Plumbing problems can be quite a headache for a homeowner not familiar with how to fix plumbing.
Professional plumbers, on occasion, are expensive and can be a waste if they're solving a simple
problem. Avoid the wait and the expense by following these simple tips!
If you have noisy pipes that sound like hammering or squeaking, this is something that is easy to fix.
Exposed pipes need to be properly anchored. You might want to contact a professional when the
pipes are hard to access.
If you don't want plumbing in your home frozen, then don't let the inside temperature go under the
freezing mark, and make sure any pipes that have no protection from the elements are thoroughly
insulated. If the temperature surrounding the pipes is anywhere below freezing, this can cause the
pipes to freeze. At best, it can take time for them to thaw and for you to be able to have running
water. At worst, they will burst and you'll be paying to repair the damage.
Your septic tank should be pumped out at least once every five years if you want it to stay in
optimum working order. Regular maintenance will keep sediment from backing up inside of the
tank. Sediment can not only cause the sewage in the tank to back up into your house, but it can
cause the tank to fail completely. White it is somewhat expensive to pump the septic tank, it will be
much more expensive should you need to clean backup, repair your septic tank or replace it
altogether.
Knowing all your different tools and how they are used will be a great help when you work on a
plumbing job. Read manuals and do some research on the internet before starting a plumbing
project. Have a good grasp of what you're attempting to do before you do it, so you don't have to
repair your repair.
Don't pour cooking grease, leftover frying fat or any oils down your sink drain. When they cool, they
will harden and create clogs in your drains. A garbage disposal can even become clogged by
hardened grease and it will not run at optimum speed and efficiency. Don't put oils down the sink.
Swapping out old shower heads for energy-efficient ones can save you money on the energy bill.
Energy efficient shower heads can save you money on your energy bill and water bill. By installing
energy-efficient shower heads for a few extra dollars, you can save up to $100 or more a year per
shower head in your house.
Having water leaking into the dishwasher, however annoying, is luckily an easy fix. The hose that
runs from the kitchen sink to the dishwasher is not installed properly, and can be corrected quickly.
You must have the hose going uphill and then down to get rid of the water in the dishwater.
To lessen the chances of toilet problems, do not use as a place to put trash. You should never flush
cotton balls, sanitary pads, tissues, paper towels, diapers, or certain other materials, because these
things don't dissolve and could clog up your toilet. Even toilet tissue should be used conservatively.
Use enough to clean yourself, of course, but if you need to use wads of tissue you should flush
several times in the process instead of waiting till the end.
If you want to save a lot of time and money on plumbing repairs, prevention is the best weapon you
have in your arsenal. Clogged drains are a major problem that often requires professional help. Built

2. up hair can actually clog drains. You can stop this by using a screen or drain cover that is designed
to keep hair out of your drain and pipes. It is easy to get the hair out of a screen; however, removing
it from a pipe is a different story.
Clean the aerator to fix low pressure problems in case you have sediment buildups. Take out the
aerator, pull it apart, and clean inside with a brush soaked in vinegar. Then simply rinse and
reattach the aerator. Cleaning the aerator in this manner removes obstacles clogging it, which then
allows it to regulate the water pressure properly.
Running cold water while using your garbage disposal is recommended even though some people
insist that you don't have to. It is a common misconception that running water simultaneously is a
good idea, but that is not really the case. It could even cause food to stick to the blades of the
disposal, creating damage.
As the weather is becoming colder due to the coming of winter, be sure that your external faucets do
not have leaks or drips. You will have to fix this potential problem before freezing temperatures
come. Regardless of the material of plumber your particular pipes, whether it be copper, steel or
plastic, water pressure from freezing water will cause pipes to crack. Even the tiniest of cracks can
release enough water to cause water damage or flooding to your home.
If valves are seldom used they may become fused. Be sure to give them a shot of penetrating oil and
a turn from time-to-time to make sure they don't freeze up.
Good plumbers do work far beyond unclogging drains. Plumbers are routinely called on to repair
water lines.
Plumbing problems can be a nightmare because of the destruction that plumbing leaks can cause. If
you know one thing, you can easily avoid this. Know where your main water valve is so you can
quickly turn off your water supply and prevent water damage.
Choose which drain cleaners you use with care. Some contain strong chemicals which could cause
damage to your pipes. To prevent this, look for a product that promises not to damage your pipes.
Your plumbing needs some forms of bacteria in order to work properly and the wrong chemicals can
kill these good bacteria, as well as being toxic to people.
As you can see, plumbing problems don't have to be so difficult. If you can solve the problem
yourself, you can save time waiting for a plumber, as well as saving a whole lot of money. Try
applying what you've learned from this article next time you have a plumbing problem!