3 Plumbing Blunders to Leave Out of 2022
Homeowners can reduce the risk of a plumbing emergency by committing to keep up with maintenance, avoid chemical drain cleaners, and call a pro when it comes to a plumbing issue. All three of these mistakes are greatly tempting but very easily avoided.
Mistake #1: Liquid Drain Cleaner
Drain cleaning is best done by snaking or hydro-jetting, and while they both may require a bit more elbow grease than liquid drain cleaner, they provide better long-term solutions.
- Targeted Focus: The water from the hydro-jetting or the head of the pipe auger will only attack the clog, not the pipe.
- Better Removal: These physical forms of removal tend to actually clean out the whole blockage rather than just enough to allow the liquid to drain.
- Longer Lasting Result: Hydro-jetting and pipe augering clear out more of the clog, producing a greater distance between clogging occurrences.
Mistake #2: Lack of Water Heater Maintenance
Water heaters typically sit in a corner cabinet or a small garage area is rarely seen and hardly heard, faithfully heating the water that provides the entire house with expected comforts. It is easy to forget about and neglect until something goes wrong. However, regular maintenance can prevent a host of problems before they happen and may catch a problem early that would have turned into a plumbing emergency. Listed below are a few types of maintenance that a water heater needs.
- Flushing or descaling
- PRV(Pressure Release Valve) testing/adjustment/replacement
- Tightening pipe connections (water and/or gas)
- Tightening electrical connections
- Cleaning heating element
Maintenance should be performed at least once a year by a professional plumber to prevent further issues.
Mistake #3: Disastrous DIY
Perhaps the most expensive mistake a homeowner can make is that of attempting to do do-it-yourself plumbing repair or plumbing installation. While it may seem like a way to save money, lack of training and experience can cost dearly in the end. A homeowner shouldn’t end a project with more work and more cost than they began with.
This is what makes the price of a local plumbing professional worth the upfront price. Hiring a professional who knows what to use and how to install a new pipe or sink or toilet properly will save the customer a later headache and the possibility of multiple trips to the big box hardware store.
About A & W Plumbing and Heating, Inc.
Call A & W Plumbing and Heating, Inc. for any plumbing and heating services in the Murphysboro, IL area. They provide 24/7 emergency plumbing service, and all their technicians are fully trained and licensed. Their expert staff is here to help homeowners enjoy years without plumbing emergencies.
