Every home will experience plumbing problems at one point or another. Unfortunately, it is just part of home ownership. Having something go wrong with your plumbing can end up making the day quite stressful. Fortunately, there are many plumbing problems that can be easily fixed. Of course, there are times that you shouldn’t tackle the job on your own without the help of a professional, but Orsack Plumbing Company would like to talk about a few issues that you can resolve on your own.
Slow Drains in Whole House
Over time, buildup occurs in your drains. This can be in your bathtub or shower and sinks. The accumulation of hair and soap scum along with other personal care products, can really make your water drain slowly. To resolve this issue, remove the drain cover and use a wire hanger or auger to remove the buildup from inside the drain. This can be especially gross, so you might want to consider using gloves. Your first reaction might be to put chemical drain cleaners down the drain, but they have actually been proven to harm the pipes over time. If you can’t pull anything out of the drain, you can use a plunger to remove buildup from the drain. The use of vinegar and baking soda has proven to be effective as well. If you are still having issues after all of this, call a professional plumber for help.
Weak Water Pressure in Showerhead or Sink
It is incredibly hard to shower when you don’t have enough water pressure. If the problem is only when you try to use hot water, you need to check your hot water heater to see if the shut off valve is completely open. If that isn’t the issue, you most likely have lime scale buildup on your shower head. If you remove it and soak it in vinegar or another descaling solution, that should do the trick. If you have the issue with a sink, it is most likely an aerator problem. Calcium builds up over time and is likely the issue. Remove the aerator and rinse it out to remove the debris.
Slow Draining or Clogged Toilet; Plunger Not Working
When you have a clogged toilet, it can usually be fixed with a plunger. If you have tried and can’t resolve the issue with a plunger, the clog might be too severe and you need to call a professional plumber. We will have the proper tools to safely unclog your toilet.
Intermittent or Constantly Running Toilet
When you use the toilet and it doesn’t stop running shortly after, you need to investigate. It is usually an easy fix. You need to figure out which part of the toilet is the issue. You may need to replace the flapper because it is warped or broken. It may also be an issue with the chain, or just needing to make some adjustments to your float. If none of these fix it, call a professional plumber to check for bigger issues.
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Most of these issues can be solved on your own, but if you have tried to fix it and you aren’t having any luck, don’t hesitate to call Orsack Plumbing Company. We will be able to assist you with any of your plumbing needs; big or small.
