Fixes For Common Plumbing Issues

Last Updated on March 20, 2022 by Kravelv

Plumbing issues are common and plumbing systems can be a little complex. Some of the most common issues may arise during your time of home ownership and it is important to notice them when they happen. Having a plumber come out when you notice the problem can ensure that the problem is solved and that further damage is not done. Here are some of the most common household plumbing issues that you’ll likely experience at least once.

1. Clogged Toilet

While toilets will get clogged and can often be undone by using a plunger, there are times when clogs become too much for a simple fix. These difficult clogs will need to be snaked out according to anytimeplumbing.net. If the snake does not remove the clog, then pipes will need to be removed to remove the problems from within the system.

Toilet leaking is a very common problem in older homes. Possible causes are loose tee bolts, tank lid leak, loose water supply line, or faulty wax ring. Contact a professional plumber to fix the issue. Learn more about – How to fix toilet leaking around its base?

2. Clogged Drains

Yet another common plumbing issue that happens from time to time. One of the most common culprits of this is grease that has been dumped down the drain or hair that is backing the system up. A plumber can bring a snake with them to remove the problem, or once again must go through the system and remove the pipes to remove the issue. This is something that cannot go without repair however, since this can cause issues throughout the other plumbing areas of the home. When it comes to drains, be sure to keep grease, foods and other objects from being pushed down them that could cause a clog. It’s a good idea to get a drain screen for the shower, especially if you or your loved ones have long hair that could slip down the drain and clog it up during a shower.

Sewer line repairs are some of the trickiest in the plumbing business, mainly due to their length and complexity. Traditional techniques to find leaks and other issues relied on guesswork to figure out where to start drilling or digging. But in the modern-day methods are significantly less invasive and more cost-effective. Sewer video inspection is one of the cost-effective and time-consuming ways to find the source of sewer issue with no digging or damage.

3. Dripping Faucets

Faucets can drip and being one of the most common types of problems out there, they need to be fixed. This can lead to an increase in the amount of water wasted, while also be extremely annoying. Dripping faucets cost you money and on average, if you let one continue dripping year-round, it can waste up to 3000 gallons of water annually. That is a hefty amount of money on a bill and most people like to keep their bills as low as possible. While you may not know why they’re dripping, an experienced plumber will know. Once the issue is fixed, you will be surprised at how low your water bills will be.

4. Low Water Pressure

You need water pressure to take a comfortable, relaxing shower. However, when the water is just trickling out of the shower head, you’re going to find yourself with a lot of soap in your hair and no way to really rinse it. This can be due to several factors such as a bad pump, a corroded hot water heater or other plumbing issues. Low water pressure can be due to a busted pipe and sometimes, busted pipes can lead to dangerous mold in your walls and throughout your home.  A plumber will come out and assess the situation, so that you can get back to that shower and rinse your hair fully out.

5. There’s No Hot Water!

When you wake up to find that there is no hot water coming from the pipes, then you are really going to want to find a way to make the hot water appear. Not many people enjoy taking cold showers, especially when it may be freezing outside. A nice hot shower or bath at the end of a long day is not only called for, but it is one of the best ways to relax and unwind after working all day. The hot water tank may make nose like it is heating, but there is nothing coming out. The average life of a water heater is only usually eight to 12 years and yearly maintenance can help keep this from happening. You need to speak with a licensed plumber that can come out and see if perhaps you need a new hot water heater installed or if there may be another issue lurking within the plumbing system of the home.

Remember, while many of these issues can be fixed easily on your own, it is always a good idea to call a professional plumber to ensure that further damage is not done to the home, or that accidental damage doesn’t occur during a DIY fix to a pipe or other plumbing part. A plumber can also provide you with further information on how to reduce the chances of having these issues happen again by repairing, maintaining and installing new plumbing fixtures that do the job.