General Plumbing

General Residential Plumbing

Most people aren’t aware that when it comes to general plumbing the tiniest thing can impact how well your plumbing is working. When it comes to residential plumbing it is focused on two main areas, the kitchen and the bathroom. Here are a few general plumbing tips that can assist you with day-to-day plumbing issues that may arise. 

How to unclog a drain?

  • If you notice water draining slowly in your kitchen or bathroom applying a mixture of vinegar, baking powder, and hot water can usually fix it. You can also empty the clean out plugs if applicable.

Drain your water heater

  • It’s important that you empty your water heater at least twice every year. Why? Sediment reduces the efficiency of the heater and can cause complications down the road. If your water heater already shows signs of damage, call a plumber.
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What’s the deal with reduced water pressure? 

  • When leaks are serious enough to reduce your home’s water pressure, it’s best left to a professional plumber. Reduced water pressure is a precursor to a variety of other plumbing problems. The quick reaction of contacting a plumber as soon as you notice this may save you from incurring hefty repair fees in the future. If the water pressure is only reduced in your shower, it could be a result of sediment in the shower head. This is you can clean out yourself before calling a plumber.

Watch what goes down your drains 

  • If you keep debris from the drains like grease, paper towels and sanitary napkins (just to name a few), you’ll keep away clogs. Clogs take time to grow into proportions of concern. Therefore, most people are unaware that the clogs of today are caused by yesterday’s mistakes. Don’t be one of them. Watch what goes down your drains.
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