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The plumbing system in your home is more complicated than you may think. It is also more fragile than you may think. Just because you can find videos online to teach you to plumbing jobs around the house, it doesn’t mean that you should. If you make only one small mistake, you can end up paying double to cost to have a plumbing service come to your home to repair the original problem as well as the damage that you have done. If you are having a plumbing issue in your Tampa, FL home, you should never make it a DIY project. It is best to call a plumbing company, which only employs licensed plumbers.
The best way to keep your water flowing from the faucets and down the drain, it is essential that you can recognize plumbing issues early, so that you can hire a plumbing service before the damage gets worse.
Irregular Flow Of Water Coming From The Faucets
If you turn on your water in your Tampa, FL home, and you notice that it is flowing irregularly, it isn’t something that you should ignore. It may not be disrupting your life now, but if you don’t call a plumbing service right away, you will have some serious issues. The inconsistent flow is likely due to air in the water pipes. This is a good sign that there is a broken or leaky pipe somewhere. If this is the cause of your irregular flow and you ignore it, it can quickly result in a major flood in your home.
The issue could also be due to mineral deposits in your pipes. This is the best-case scenario because it can be rectified by having a filtration system installed in front of the main water pipes. This is a job that should only be handled by a plumber.
- Dripping Faucets
The sound of a dripping faucet can be annoying, but after a day or two, you will get used to it, and will barely hear it anymore. While you can get used to the dripping sound, you shouldn’t allow the faucets in your Tampa, FL home to keep dripping. If your faucet is dripping one drop per second, it will result in five gallons of water wasted per day. In a year, this wasted water can add up to just under 2,083 gallons. Not only will this increase the cost of your water bill, but it is also bad for the environment.
You may think that fixing a dripping faucet is easy, but there may be an underlying cause of the problem. It is best to hire a plumbing service to handle the repair. If there are any underlying issues, they can be repaired at that time.
- Blocked Drains
There is nothing more annoying than having a blocked drain in your Tampa, FL home. Blocked drains can make doing dishes, washing your hands, and taking a shower difficult. Many homeowners will purchase a liquid drain cleaner to remove the clog from the pipes. These products can be expensive, they don’t always work, and long-term use can cause damage to the pipes.
If you have a blocked drain, it is best to leave the job to a plumbing service. A licensed plumber will use a drain snake to remove the clog. If a snake doesn’t work, a plumber has the knowledge and experience to open up the pipes and remove the clog by hand. Hiring a professional is the safest and most effective way of removing a clog from the drain. If we can’t find the clog, we can inspect your pipes with a camera, to determine what is causing the water to drain slowly.
Water Heater Problems
If your water heater isn’t functioning correctly, it can make life in your home very inconvenient. There are a few signs that your water heater needs to be repaired or replaced. These include:
- Rusty hot water
- Loud noises coming from the water heater
- Leaking around the water heater
- No hot water
- The water doesn’t get as hot as you like
Water heater repairs or replacement should never be a DIY job. If you make just one small mistake, it can result in a flood in the home. Also, if your water heater is still under warranty, trying to fix it yourself will void the warranty. If you believe that your water heater isn’t working correctly, you should call a plumbing service. A licensed plumber can quickly diagnose the issue and either repair it or replace your water heater.
- Toilet Issues
If your toilet isn’t functioning properly, you should call a plumbing service immediately. If there is a crack in the porcelain, it can result in a flood if you don’t call a professional. If the toilet is continuously running, there is something wrong inside the toilet tank. The longer you allow the problem to continue, the more water you will waste. The DIY videos posted online make toilet repairs look simple; however, only a licensed plumber will be able to get to the root of the problem and repair it quickly. If you try to make the repair yourself, you could end up doing more harm than good, which can be very costly.
- Frozen Pipes
If it is freezing outside, your pipes are at risk of freezing. If your pipes freeze, they can burst, causing a significant flood in your home. If it is cold outside and your water doesn’t work, you should call for a plumbing service immediately. A plumber will know how to thaw the pipes quickly, which will keep the pipes from bursting.
If you are experiencing any plumbing issues in your Tampa, FL home, you should call Drain Flo Plumbing for plumbing service. Our licensed plumbers are professional, courteous, and highly-skilled. We can check out the problem and recommend the best solution to your problem.
