If plumbing is something that you find difficult or intimidating, you are not alone. Many people can\’t solve their own plumbing problems, which means that plumbers can charge a lot of money for even simple and quick repairs. Don\’t let this happen to you, read on to learn how to solve your own plumbing problems!
Avoid plumbing problems! Do not stop up the toilet! Some common items that will stop up a toilet include: toys, hair, paper towels, birth control items, and feminine personal products. Do not flush these items down your toilet – unless the instructions say otherwise! These can stop up your toilet – to the point that nothing else will work – except calling a plumber!
In order to avoid unsightly and unnecessary clogs in your shower, invest in a drain strainer. This cost-effective addition to your shower will gather your hair before it makes it to the drain, and limit the chances that you will find yourself showering while standing in a clogged up mess.
Unclog drains with ease. Try using a plunger and drain cleaner, as your clog may simply be a build-up of hair and debris. If this doesn\’t work you may have to clear the drain with a snake. Feed the snake into the drain line as far as it will go. Turn the crank gently, which will help to loosen the clog. Remove the snake, and run water down the drain to see if the clog has been removed. You may have to use the snake a couple of times, before the clog is cleared so don\’t give up!
Use strainers in all drains to catch hair and other objects. This will prevent all the material from going down the drain and causing a clog, which can cause a bigger problem down the line. Clean out the strainers daily so that you don\’t start getting backup of water in your sink or tub.
Keep a strainer over every drain in your house to prevent stray debris from clogging your pipes. The strainer in the kitchen sink should be cleaned each time you have large particles trapped in it. Clean out the bathtup strainer every few days before it becomes clogged.
Everyone in your home should know where the main water shut off valve is. By knowing where to find this valve, you\’ll be able to shut off the water in the event a pipe bursts, a bathtub or toilet overflows or any other emergency that requires you to turn off the water.
If you have problems with a slow drain, there are easier things you can do other than removing the pipes to clean it. There are certain tools made just for this purpose that you insert into the drain to loosen the clog so it washes away or grab it and remove it completely.
In conclusion, you want to be sure that you know what all of the noises you hear coming from your basement are. Some noises could be normal, some could mean that are more serious problems. Hopefully this article will help you determine what sorts of issues require your immediate response. For Redding plumbing service, call us at (530) 737-5113 or contact us online.
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