As great as modern plumbing is, pipes and drains are still subject to wear and tear over time. This can lead to problems that make operating in the kitchen or bathroom difficult and quickly disrupts one’s lifestyle. In today’s article, we look at 6 signs you need a plumber for common plumbing issues.
6 Signs You Need A Plumber
Signs You Need A Plumber #1: Leaking taps
There’s nothing that unsettles a nice warm bath quite like the sound of a dripping tap. Not only is a leaking tap incredibly annoying but it can also add to your water bill, which can end up costing quite a lot of extra money the longer you leave it. There are a few reasons taps can start to leak, with the most common being problems with the washer, O-ring, cartridge, or water pressure. Fortunately, a leaking tap is a relatively easy problem for a plumber to fix.
Signs You Need A Plumber #2: Blocked pipes
Blocked pipes are one of the most common plumbing issues that can be caused by everything from clogged hair in the shower, foreign objects such as bobby pins and hair ties to cooking grease and natural debris. If your home has a blocked drain, you may notice a strange smell or noise when you turn a tap on, water backing up in strange places or water taking too long to drain. It’s important to have your pipes cleared as soon as you notice any signs as it can lead to burst pipes which are most expensive to fix and require an emergency plumber.
Signs You Need A Plumber #3: No hot water
After a long day at work, finding out you’ve got no hot water can be a very unpleasant experience. Reasons for no hot water or water taking too long to heat up can differ depending on what system you use (gas, electric etc.) and can be caused by various malfunctions in the electrical circuit or gas supply. though it can sometimes end up turning into a larger problem, having weak or no hot water is mostly just unpleasant, which is why homeowners choose to ring a plumber up as soon as it’s noticed.
When to call a plumber #4: Low water pressure
Low water pressure can make it very difficult to shower and is often cited as one of the most common plumbing issues. To fix this, it might be as simple as sorting out a new showerhead or as complex as changing a valve or seeing if there is a deeper problem with the pipes. Low water pressure can be caused by several issues, such as mineral buildup in the pipes, corrosion, partially closed valves and water leaks.
When to call a plumber #5: Toilet not flushing
A toilet not flushing can be a little embarrassing if you leave with other people and can also start to smell quite quickly. Sometimes, fixing a toilet can be as simple as ensuring the toilet water level isn’t too low or changing a broken link in the toilet handle. But for more complex issues such as a flapper or valve problem (evident if a toilet keeps running) or you’ve got troubles with your drain line, you’ll have to enlist the help of a plumber.
When to call a plumber #6: Smelly drains
Of all the signs you need a plumber, smelly drains are a number one indicator. As well as being unpleasant, a smelly drain is usually a result of a blocked drain, sewer gas rising through the drains or leaking pipes. Though you can attempt to fix the problem by turning to drain cleaner, this will only mask the issue and can even result in more build-up forming in the pipes. It’s recommended you consult a plumber if smell pipes are an ongoing issue to find out the cause of the problem.
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