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The plumbing system in your Tampa, FL home is made up of two parts. The first is the water delivery system, which brings clear, treated water into your home from the city’s water main. The second part is the drainage system. It is responsible for allowing water and waste to exit the home. We rely on our plumbing systems to handle many daily household tasks. If either of your plumbing systems isn’t functioning properly, it can make life in the home very inconvenient.
Many homeowners today make home repairs DIY projects in hopes of saving money. While this is fine for certain projects, plumbing repairs should not be a DIY project. If your plumbing system is experiencing any of the following issues, you should call a licensed plumber:
#1 There Is No Water Coming Into Your Home
If there is no water coming into your Tampa, FL home, you won’t be able to shower, flush the toilet and perform many daily household tasks. This is considered an emergency and would require the help of a licensed plumbing service. Before you make the call, you should check with a neighbor to see if they have water. If they don’t either, there is likely a widespread outage. You should also check with the water company to ensure your water bills have been paid. If everything checks out, you should call a plumber. There are a few issues that could be causing the issue, including:
- Clogged pipes
- Corroded pipes
- Aging materials
- A clogged tap
- An issue with the water main
It would take the knowledge and experience of a licensed plumber to find the source of the problem and make the necessary repairs. The sooner you call a plumbing service, the sooner you will have running water again.
#2 Poor Water Pressure
Poor water pressure can make simple household tasks take longer than they should. For example, poor water pressure can make it difficult to rinse the shampoo from your hair. This problem can also make it difficult to wash your dishes.
If the water pressure in your home is poor, the issue could be a clogged aerator, which is a relatively easy fix. The issue could also be a leaking water line, which is a more serious issue. If there is water leaking behind the wall, it can cause water damage to the area. The standing water can also promote mold growth. Because these issues can be expensive to repair, it is best to call a licensed plumbing service as soon as the issue arises.
#3 Water Heater Issues
Every appliance in your home is designed to make your life more convenient. However, some appliances are more essential than others. For example, if your dishwasher breaks down, you can wash your dishes by hand. If your washing machine breaks, you can bring your clothes to the laundromat. One appliance you cannot live without is your water heater. If your water heater breaks down, you won’t be able to shower and perform many daily household tasks. Also, if your water heater is working properly, it will affect the way your water-based appliances perform. If your water heater is experiencing any of the following issues, it is essential that you call a licensed plumbing company immediately:
- No hot water
- The water isn’t getting hot enough
- Poor hot water pressure
- Rusty hot water
- Strange sounds coming from the water heater
- Moisture or water pooling around the water heater
If you call a plumber when the problem first starts, you may be able to prevent a complete water heater breakdown.
#4 Dripping Faucet
Many people think that a dripping faucet isn’t a big deal. After a day or two, you don’t hear the dripping sound any longer, so the issue isn’t a nuisance. What you may not know is that a dripping faucet is more serious than you think. The faucet is dripping because there is an issue with the mechanics inside the faucet. If you allow the problem to persist, eventually, the dripping will become a steady stream. Also, a dripping faucet wastes more water than you think. Over the course of a month, a dripping faucet can waste up to 330 gallons of water. This amount of wasted water can cause a significant increase in your water bill, and it is harmful to the environment. If a faucet in your home is dripping, you should call a licensed plumber to make the repair.
#5 Your Toilet Is Running Continuously
If you think a dripping faucet wastes a lot of water, the amount of water from a continuously running toilet will shock you. Over the course of a month, a running toilet can waste up to 900 gallons of water.
If your toilet is functioning properly, it should run after you flush the toilet. When the tank is full, it should stop. If your toilet doesn’t stop running, you should call a licensed plumber. There are several issues that could be causing the problem, and it would take the knowledge of a licensed plumber to find the source of the problem and make the necessary repair.
Why Choose Drain Flo Plumbing?
If you have a plumbing issue, don’t waste your time on a Google search for “plumber near me.” Instead, contact Drain Flo Plumbing. We have been serving residential and business customers in Tampa, FL, and the surrounding areas since 2008. We are fully licensed and insured and have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We also have a 5-star rating on Google.
We understand that plumbing issues can arise at any time of the day or night, which is why we offer emergency service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you call for a plumber at night or on a holiday, we will get someone to your home as quickly as we would if you had called during regular business hours.
When you call for plumbing service, we will give you a free estimate. Unlike many plumbing companies that charge by the hour, we charge by the job, and our work is guaranteed.
To schedule an appointment for plumbing service, give us a call today!
